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About the same number of NYPD officers will be watching this year

NYPD Reponds to Thanksgiving Parade Threat

The department is boosting security at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade after a threat by ISIS.

CDC Reports Improvement in Childhood Obesity for Children Enrolled in WIC

CDC and USDA Report Improvement in Childhood Obesity for Children Enrolled in WIC

According to the agencies, 34 state agencies have reported decreases.

Trench Collapse Deaths Increasing Sharply This Year

"Trench deaths have more than doubled nationwide since last year - an alarming and unacceptable trend that must be halted," said Assistant Secretary Dr. David Michaels. "There is no excuse. These fatalities are completely preventable by complying with OSHA standards that every construction contractor should know."



More than 46 million turkeys were cooked and eaten for Thanksgiving 2015, USDA estimates.

Think Food Safety This Thanksgiving: USDA

Do not wash the turkey because that will spread pathogens onto kitchen surfaces. (The only way to kill bacteria that causes foodborne illness is to fully cook the turkey.)

BSEE Releases Final Pipeline Decommissioning Costs Reporting Rule

The rule will amend the existing BSEE regulations.

More U.S. home fires occur on Thanksgiving on average than on any other day, according to the U.S. Fire Administration.

Holiday, Needs Survey Put Added Emphasis on Fire Safety

NFPA said its latest survey of U.S. fire departments found there are extensive needs by departments of all sizes and in every area. USFA reminds us that home fires double on Thanksgiving.

OSHA Issues Final Rule for Walking-Working Surfaces Standards

OSHA Issues Final Rule for Walking-Working Surfaces

The rule addresses personal fall protection systems' requirements.

DOL Awards More than $111M to Expand Regional Job Training

DOL Awards More than $111M to Expand Regional Job Training

The grants will support tuition-free programs for industry-specific skills.

NSC Asks Drivers to Take Control of Their Safety This Thanksgiving Holiday

NSC Asks Drivers to Take Control of Their Safety This Thanksgiving Holiday

The Council estimates as many as 437 people may be killed.

Surgeon General Says Addiction is a Brain Disorder, Not a Moral Failing

Surgeon General Says Addiction is a Brain Disorder, Not a Moral Failing

This represents a shift in how substance abuse is perceived.

FAA Gives Travel Tips Ahead of Holiday Season

FAA Gives Travel Tips Ahead of Holiday Season

The FAA is asking air travelers to take an active role in flight safety.

OSHA Says Training Could Have Prevented Tree Service Worker’s Death

OSHA Says Training Could Have Prevented Tree Service Worker's Death

The company was cited for willful and serious safety violations.

10,000 Prison Officers Protest Due to Health and Safety Concerns

The Jo Cox murder trial has been put on hold.

NIOSH Criticizes ANSI Nail Gun Standard

NIOSH Criticizes ANSI Nail Gun Standard

The agency has given feedback on how to improve the consensus standard.

Volcano Scientists Gathering in Washington State

The International Volcano Observatory Best Practices workshop is taking place in the United States for the first time this week in Vancouver, Wash.

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