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The conflict in the Middle East is cause for law enforcement, security professionals, and the general public to be on alert and remain vigilant about suspicious activity here in the U.S., according to national security officials. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin regarding a “heightened threat environment” […]
Before Super Bowl LIX kicks off on Sunday, Feb. 9, a massive coalition of federal, state, and local officials is hard at work to ensure the safety and security of employees, players, and fans during the big game at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The Trump administration’s newly appointed U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) […]
“I wish we lived in a world where my job wasn’t necessary,” said Larry Thompson, vice president of security at the NBA’s Orlando Magic. Unfortunately, though, security is necessary. And it’s often a key component of effective facilities management. So, what’s ahead for building security in 2025? Thompson will be sharing his industry predictions during […]
On March 1, President Joe Biden and other officials marked the 20th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and honored its workforce. Following the September 11 attacks, former President George W. Bush established DHS by signing the Homeland Security Act of 2002. On March 1, 2003, 22 agencies unified under a single […]