Large numbers of alien families are entering illegally across the southern border, hoping that they will be released into the interior rather than detained during their removal proceedings. Promulgating this rule and seeking termination of the FSA are important steps towards an immigration system that is humane and operates consistently with the intent of Congress. (Courtesy of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement)

New Rule on Unaccompanied Children & the Crisis at the Border (Videos)

Acting Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) Kevin K. McAleenan and Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Alex Azar have announced a final rule that finalizes regulations implementing the relevant and substantive...

Fake Goods, Real Dangers: IPR Center Reports $1.4B in Counterfeit Seizures

The National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center (IPR Center) is reviewing an annual report on the number of IPR seizures which has raised the total estimated manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP)...
Illinois State Police Trooper Nicholas Hopkins was fatally shot after executing a search warrant Friday, Aug. 23, 2019. Hopkins leaves behind a wife and three children. Hopkins was a 10-year veteran of the force, and is the fourth Illinois State Trooper to be killed this year. (Courtesy of the Illinois State Police.)

Hero Down: IL State Trooper Shot & Killed Serving Warrant (Multi-Video)

August 23, 2019 – In Breaking News – Fox News An Illinois state trooper died Friday from wounds he suffered hours earlier while executing a search warrant. Illinois State Police SWAT team member Nicholas Hopkins, 33, was shot at around 5:30 a.m. during an exchange...
Preparation makes all the difference in both preventing these attacks and responding to them.

American Society of Safety Pros Aims to Reduce Risk of Workplace Violence

Violence in workplaces across the United States is a growing problem, with shootings too often reported at manufacturing plants, shopping centers, schools, night clubs, churches and many other places. No industry or...
Detecting threats needs to be comprehensive, however it doesn't have to be complicated. Designed for simplicity, Attivo Networks redirects attackers away from the target assets and provides high-fidelity alerting and intelligence on malicious activity and insider policy violations.

No Nonsense Cyber Threat Detection Made Simple with Deception

For years, attackers have successfully used deception tactics for breaching networks. They masquerade as legitimate employees, using stolen credentials and deceptive measures to infiltrate a network, all while remaining undetected for lengthy...
Crews work as United States Border Patrol Acting San Diego Sector Chief Kathleen Scudder delivers remarks applauding the completion of 14 miles of new border wall construction in San Ysidro, California, August 9, 2019. (Courtesy of CBP, by Tim Tucciarone)

New Border Wall Project Completed in San Diego (Learn More, Multi-Video)

On August 9, 2019, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), completed construction on approximately 14 miles of new border wall system...

AST Travels to Italy to Check Out Security in the Eternal City of Rome

As American Security Today's Editorial Director, I am excited to travel to Italy: Rome & Pompeii on August 27-31, and I am just dying to get on the plane!  Among us will be...
Soter Technologies’ FlySense™, a 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Award Winner for Best Alert Notification System, is an innovative real-time vaping and elevated sound incident detection solution and smart alert system that provides visibility to areas where cameras are not permitted. (Courtesy of Soter Technologies and YouTube)

‘Alarming’ First Vaping Death Reported in US (Multi-Video)

By Medscape Medical News An individual who had recently vaped and was hospitalized with severe respiratory illness in Illinois has died, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and US Centers for...
New CT baggage-screening devices can remove the need for passengers to remove both large electronic devices and liquids in their bags as they pass through security, reducing stress at the start of a journey and contributes to a more enjoyable passenger experience.

Smiths Detection CT Boosts Security & Improved Passenger Experience

Airport security can often be a frustrating and anxiety-inducing experience for travelers. While 57% of passengers feel uncomfortable with the removal of personal items from bags, 48% would prefer not to be...
Gallagher Security Health Check (SHC) is a free tool designed to help you identify and understand vulnerabilities that could exist within your Gallagher security system.

‘ASTORS’ New Competitor Gallagher Wins a Product of the Year Award

Gallagher, a global technology manufacturer and new competitor to the Annual 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, has announced its Security Health Check auditing tool has won a New Product of the...