PSR - October 18, 2025

El Paso Fire Dept. secures $4.4M in federal funding to boost emergency response

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October 18, 2025

Federal funding is a vital resource for enhancing municipal emergency services. The El Paso Fire Department recently secured $4.4 million in federal aid specifically to bolster its emergency response capabilities. This level of investment is crucial for public safety departments across the nation, often providing the necessary capital for modernizing fleets, purchasing new technology, or staffing additional personnel.

Top News

El Paso Fire Dept. secures $4.4M in federal funding to boost emergency response

The City of El Paso Fire Department has been awarded more than $4.4 million in federal funding to enhance public safety through expanded staffing and upgraded e

kfoxtv.com/news/local/el-paso-fire-dept-secures-44m-in-federal-funding-to-boost-emergency-response

People & Leadership

Aberdeen announces new Police Chief

According to the Aberdeen Police Department, Tanner Jondahl will begin as Chief of Police in late October.

www.dakotanewsnow.com/2025/10/17/aberdeen-announces-new-police-chief

Little Rock Fire Department names new chief

The Little Rock Fire Department has appointed a new chief.

www.kark.com/news/local-news/little-rock-fire-department-names-new-chief

Strategic Initiatives & Funding

Cornyn: DFW Police Departments to Receive $330K to Promote Public Safety | Senator Cornyn

News October 17, 2025 WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) announced that DFW area police departments were awarded federal grants totaling nearly $350,000 through the Community Policing Development Microgrants and Accreditation program, which encourages innovative solutions […]

www.cornyn.senate.gov/news/cornyn-dfw-police-departments-to-receive-330k-to-promote-public-safety

Tech Updates & Other News

Public Safety Broadband Technology Association Launches New Wildfire Podcast

The Public Safety Broadband Technology Association launches podcast series, "Catching Wildfire: Emerging Technologies and Operational Innovations in Wildfire."

www.firehouse.com/podcast/press-release/55324181/public-safety-broadband-technology-association-launches-new-wildfire-podcast