People

L.A. to deploy crime-analysis software

The county will use Coplink to integrate more than 50 million records across four systems.

Cybersecurity

Davis: FISMA could prevent 'cyber Pearl Harbor'

The cybersecurity requirements should be more than just a paper exercise, lawmaker says.

People

Davis: Government needs to share

He said the federal government is weak in sharing information, taking action to meet challenges and investing in federal employees.

People

Government sites realize less is more

They're trying to mirror Google's simplicity.

People

DHS ramps up TWIC program

By the end of summer, DHS will check the backgrounds of 400,000 port workers, Chertoff said.

People

Ciber wins medical outsourcing pact

Under the $13.1 million deal, the company will oversee network operations, help-desk services, Web development, systems analysis and project management.

Digital Government

Verizon offers wireless priority service

The service is a federal program that gives priority network access to national security and emergency preparedness officials in times of emergency.

Modernization

In-Q-Tel head resigns

Just months after taking the position to lead CIA ventures, Yoran unexpectedly steps down, citing a desire to be home more.

People

Database to help prepare for disasters

OFPP is pushing for an online database consolidating disaster-related experts and contracts.

People

SBInet now a factor in immigration debate

Lawmakers may heighten oversight of the $2 billion Secure Border Initiative.

People

GAO: Treasury's report system falls short

The oversight agency recommends ways to develop the Governmentwide Financial Report System.

People

Electronic death registration still alive

SSA program makes progress in states

Digital Government

State and local IT budgets to grow

Input analysis suggests fed market growth will slow

Digital Government

Maryland university officials to discuss state's technology competitiveness

Summit will bring together business, education, research and technology leaders.

Digital Government

Wi-Fi to ride N.M. commuter rail

New Mexico officials have not finalized the details, but the service will likely be free.

Cybersecurity

N.Y. county throws cold water on hot spots

A law requires Internet cafes and other commercial entities to secure their wireless networks to prevent identity theft.

People

Lee: FEMA working on biz relationships

She said the agency is emulating DOD's practices before the 2006 hurricane season starts.

People

DHS, HHS make secret pact to share airline passenger info

The ACLU says the agreement could violate a deal with the European Union.

People

Staving off brain drain with a video camera

Also, Hurricane Katrina helped GAO learn to work more efficiently using a Web portal.

People

Remote Navajo community gets connected

Residents now have access to a range of Internet services, including VOIP phones.