The Transportation Security Administration will roll out new, futuristic scanners at airport checkpoints capable of detecting prohibited items and maybe even speeding up the screening process. (Courtesy of the TSA)

TSA Getting Futuristic Scanners to Help Get Through Security Faster

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which was recognized with a Platinum Award in the 2021 'ASTORS' Awards Program for 'Excellence in National Security for Traveler Security Management,' has awarded two orders...
Police identified Frank R. James, 62, as a person of interest in the investigation of the shooting. James has previous addresses in both Philadelphia and Wisconsin, officials said. If you see him DO NOT APPROACH. Any information can be directed to @NYPDTips at 800-577-TIPS. (Courtesy of NYPD and Twitter)

Manhunt On for Suspect in Brooklyn Subway Rampage (Multi-Video)

April 12, 2022 – In Breaking News – East Bay Times At least 10 Brooklyn subway riders were shot Tuesday by a man wearing a gas mask and a green construction vest who tossed...
In every emergency there is too much at stake to be delayed at the gate. SOS Silent, a Multi- 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, is saving lives, money and time.

SOS Emergency Gate Access Sensors Return to Compete in 2022 ‘ASTORS’

Siren-Operated Sensors (SOS), a Platinum Award Winner in Three Consecutive 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Programs, is pleased to announce the company's newest product has been nominated to compete in the 2020...
CBP has had ver 1 million migrant encounters in 2022 fiscal year so far, and according to Fox News, over 62,000 illegal immigrants evaded Border Patrol agents in March, averaging about 2,000 a day. (Courtesy of CBP)

Border Patrol Stopped 23 on Terrorist Database at Southern Border in 2021

April 18, 2022 – In Breaking News – FOX NEWS Border Patrol apprehended at least 23 people coming across the southern border whose names are on the terror watchlist in 2021, according to Customs...
DedroneRapidResponse is the first portable/mobile detection unit that detects, identifies, and locates nearly 300 different drone types, pinpointing the drone, shows if it's carrying a suspicious load, and also pinpoints the location of the pilot.

DedroneRapidResponse 1 of 2 Nominated in 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

Dedrone, a market leader in smart airspace security, and a 2021 Platinum 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award Winner for Best Airport/Aviation Security Solution, is pleased to announce the company's new portable detection...

FEMA’s New Building Code Strategy to Improve U.S. Safety & Resilience

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released a new building codes strategy last week, redefining the goals and objectives it will pursue to promote the application, adoption, and enforcement of hazard-resistant...
Genasys Emergency Management and Zonehaven Evacuation Solutions are Helping to Protect More than 10 Million U.S. Residents

Genasys Wins Critical Comm & Evac SaaS Contracts Across Six U.S. States

Genasys Inc., a global leader in critical communications systems and solutions that help protect and keep people safe, and a Double Award Winner in the 2021 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program,...
Cayce Police Officer Roy Andrew Barr, 28, was killed while responding to a domestic violence call early Sunday morning, one of the most dangerous circumstances for police officers. FBI data show that 8.5% of the officers killed between 2011 and 2020 were responding to domestic violence or disturbance calls. (Courtesy of Cayce Police Department)

Hero Down: SC Police Officer Killed Responding to Most Dangerous Call

April 24, 2022 – In Breaking News – DAILY MAIL A South Carolina cop was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call early Sunday morning. Roy Andrew 'Drew' Barr, 28,...
Illiana “Lily” Peters vanished Sunday night while riding home on her bike has been discovered dead in the woods just blocks from her house. (Courtesy of the Chippewa Falls Police Department Chippewa Falls Police Department)

Juvenile Arrest Made in Connection to 10 Year Old Wisconsin Girls Death

April 26, 2022 – In Breaking News – CNN Police in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, arrested a juvenile suspect in connection with the death of 10-year-old Illiana "Lily" Peters, Police Chief Matthew Kelm...
The TSI-3000 Mobile Analyzer developed by 2018 'ASTORS' Award Winner Teknoscan Systems, Inc. allows for large numbers of people to be effectively and quickly screened for COVID-19 with no need for expensive, consumable reagents. (Courtesy of Teknoscan)

TeknoScan COVID Detect Breathalyzer Nominated in 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), a contagious disease caused by a virus,  emerged in Wuhan, China, in December 2019, and has since spread worldwide, leading to the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 can be severe and...