The new FLIR FIDO X4 is a premium handheld explosives trace detector (ETD) that delivers unmatched sensitivity for a broad range of explosives, so you can easily detect threats at levels others can’t.

New FLIR Fido® X4 Receives ASTM E2520-15 Performance Certification

FLIR Systems, a Winner in the Annual ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program for Four Consecutive Years, is pleased to announce that the FLIR Fido® X4 premium handheld explosives trace detector (ETD)...
As part of this effort Commissioner Bratton explained that Verizon has invested over $80 million to enhance its network, and its network engineers have been hard at work for more than two years to ensure the Verizon network, already the premier network in south Florida, is ready for Super Bowl LIV.

Super Bowl LIV Security & Bill Bratton on Verizon’s $80M Ramp Up

Public safety agencies have been planning for years to ensure the stadium, associated sites and events leading up to Super Bowl LIV are protected and connected, in a collaboration that requires...

NJ Bans Cops from Using Clearview AI App that Scrapes Social Media

January 25, 2020 – In Breaking News – NJ .com The state attorney general is ordering all New Jersey police to stop using a powerful new facial-recognition technology that’s pulling millions of...
Courtesy of the DEA

2019 Nat’l Drug Threat Assessment Includes New Gang Section

DEA Acting Administrator Uttam Dhillon has announced the annual report outlining strategic review of threats posed to the United States by domestic and international drug trafficking and the abuse of illicit...
The new partnership between NUAIR and DroneResponders will enhance UAS educational services and training programs for public safety organizations. (Courtesy of NUAIR)

NUAIR and DroneResponders Aim to Compliment ‘NYFLY’ Initiative

The Northeast UAS Airspace Integration Research (NUAIR) has announced a new partnership with DroneResponders Public Safety Alliance, the world’s fastest growing nonprofit program supporting the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) by...
Suspected child sexual exploitation or missing children may be reported to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, an Operation Predator partner, recognized in the 2019 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, via its toll-free 24-hour hotline, 1-800-THE-LOST. (Courtesy of NCMEC)

Mexican Man Extradited Back in US to Face Child Porn Charges

Former Rosemont, Illinois, resident Marcos German Mendez was indicted Thursday on federal child pornography charges for allegedly exploiting a minor to produce sexually explicit images. U.S. Attorney John R. Lausch, Jr., Northern...
The BolaWrap® is a hand-held remote restraint device that discharges an 8 foot bola style Kevlar® tether at 513 feet per second to entangle a subject at a range of 10-25 feet.

Texas Police Agency to Carry BolaWrap, See in Action (Multi-Video)

Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office in Texas has joined more than 100 police agencies across the U.S. who are either field testing or have deployed the BolaWrap remote restraint device...
Meeting strangers off the internet is inherently dangerous, and Tinder is doing something about it. The popular dating app is beefing up its user security options, offering a panic alarm for when casual meet-ups or dates take a turn for the worst

Tinder Adds Panic Button, Location Tracking for Dates Gone Bad

January 23, 2020 – In Breaking News – The Wall Street Journal Tinder wants to allow users to send out an alarm when bad dates turn really ugly. The popular dating app plans...
To report suspected human trafficking, the importation of goods produced with forced labor, or child sexual exploitation to federal law enforcement, call: 1-866-347-2423. To get help from the National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 Or text HELP or INFO to 233733 (BEFREE). To get help with child sexual exploitation from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or report.cybertip.org. To report suspected forced labor trade violations, submit information at: eallegations.cbp.gov/Home/allegation. Any tip reported is welcome. Provide the information to allow professionals to decide if action can be taken. (Courtesy of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

DHS Issues Strategy to Combat Human Trafficking & Other Heinous Crimes

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is committed to upholding the law and preventing illicit activity from harming American interests. As part of the homeland security mission, DHS enforces trade, travel,...
Priority will be given to high-risk and high-need organizations. To qualify and apply for the grant, NSBA members must be a registered non-profit organization or a government entity such as a school, library, or public agency.

Apply Today for $75K K-12 Emerg School Grant from Alertus & NSBA

Alertus Technologies, a leader in emergency mass notification solutions, and a Platinum Award Winner in the 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, is collaborating with the National School Boards Association (NSBA) to provide...