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Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
23 hours ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
11 hours ago

We're in a new era of heightened CEO safety measures, security pros say

This attack is just shedding light on the fact that you're even more vulnerable outside of the office, said Don Aviv, CEO of Interfor International, a security consultancy.
Information security
#terrorism
NYC parents
fromMail Online
1 day ago

NYPD cop's sleeper cell' warning as NYC teen bombers are indicted

Americans in major cities should remain vigilant against potential sleeper cell attacks following recent terror incidents.
NYC parents
fromMail Online
1 day ago

NYPD cop's sleeper cell' warning as NYC teen bombers are indicted

Americans in major cities should remain vigilant against potential sleeper cell attacks following recent terror incidents.
Social justice
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Counter-terror unit probing threat to bomb a garda station if officers 'get heavy handed' with protesters

A bomb threat was sent to Garda Headquarters, warning that a device would be detonated near a garda station if authorities acted heavily against fuel protesters.
Germany news
#law-enforcement
NYC politics
fromGothamist
23 hours ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago

Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

A sheriff's deputy was filmed using a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect, prompting an internal investigation by the department.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
23 hours ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago

Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

A sheriff's deputy was filmed using a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect, prompting an internal investigation by the department.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
13 hours ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NYPD shot and killed man who slashed 3 with machete at Grand Central, officials said

A man attacked three people with a machete at Grand Central subway station before being shot by police.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Police: Armed robbery suspects used gun, rock, and bear spray in Dorchester attack

Three suspects were arrested for an armed robbery involving multiple assaults in Dorchester.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Pre-dawn Rosemead street takeover ends with four hospitalized with gunshots

Four people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds during a street takeover in Rosemead, with all victims in stable condition as investigations continue.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Former Boston police commissioner, off-duty cop, firefighter, and restaurant partner save choking man

Quick action by off-duty responders saved an 80-year-old man choking at a Chestnut Hill restaurant on Easter eve.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD cops smash into Subaru driver while rushing to Brooklyn knife assault, 3 injured

Two police officers and a civilian were injured in a car collision while responding to a knife assault in Brooklyn.
#ice
fromTruthout
2 months ago
US politics

Who Are the Shadowy Contractors That Are Training ICE's Attack Teams?

Private security and weapons firms were contracted to train ICE snipers and special response teams amid expanded deportation funding and relaxed hiring and training standards.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Social justice

Local Police Chief Says ICE Agents Drew Their Guns On One of His Officers: It Has to Stop'

ICE agents allegedly violated civil rights by stopping individuals and an off-duty Brooklyn Park officer, knocking her phone from her hand while she recorded.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Video of an ICE shooting shattered the agency's story. Will it usher in accountability?

Surveillance footage undermines ICE's claims of a violent altercation during a deportation attempt in Minneapolis, raising concerns about the agency's use of force.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

ICE agents in Northern California shoot man after he allegedly tries to run them over

ICE officers shot a murder suspect in California after he allegedly attempted to run over an officer with his vehicle.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Dashcam video shows what led up to ICE shooting after traffic stop in Stanislaus Co.

ICE agents shot a suspected gang member in Patterson during an attempted arrest related to a murder investigation in El Salvador.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Months after the ICE shootings in Minnesota, a federal probe remains elusive

Federal investigations into three shootings involving immigration agents in Minneapolis are stagnant, with little cooperation from federal authorities.
Careers
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Now the FAA says gamers are the answer to its air traffic controller shortage

The FAA is targeting gamers in a recruiting campaign to address air traffic controller shortages, despite ongoing training challenges.
DevOps
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

The US Army is test-driving a new hotline for soldiers overwhelmed with too much data both in and out of combat

The US Army Data Operations Center aims to enhance data management and support soldiers with data-related issues during a transformative phase.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Teen Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries In Mission District Shooting Following Fight

A teenager was shot in a violent incident shortly after a citywide call for a ceasefire against street violence.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Calling It a 'Crisis Point,' DA Brooke Jenkins and Other City Leaders Call For Ceasefire Amid Spike In SF Homicides

San Francisco is experiencing a significant increase in homicides, with 14 reported this year compared to 4 at the same time last year.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Drug checking service issues warning after surge of suspected overdoses in Toronto | CBC News

Toronto's drug checking service warns of a surge in opioid overdoses and related deaths, highlighting contamination in the unregulated opioid supply.
Fundraising
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Firefighters ask for support for colleague critically injured in training academy fall

Community support is requested for firefighter Nick Spinale, who sustained serious injuries during training and requires multiple surgeries for recovery.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Teen tried to buy gun for terrorist attack, court told

Alfie Coleman, 21, from Great Notley, Essex, had spent the previous months messaging people who he thought were fellow extremists in 2023. In fact, they were MI5 operatives who arranged to sell him a pistol and ammunition.
London politics
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

Tate Modern evacuated and Millennium Bridge closed as police respond to 'suspicious package'

Police investigated a suspicious package outside the Tate Modern, but the incident was resolved with no danger or injuries reported.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Mayor Bass has a new goal for the LAPD: Forget growing, just stop shrinking

Karen Bass aims to stop the decline of the Los Angeles Police Department amid budget constraints, shifting from plans for expansion to maintaining current personnel levels.
#cybersecurity
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago
Information security

Your MTTD Looks Great. Your Post-Alert Gap Doesn't

Defenders are slow in responding to alerts, creating a significant gap in cybersecurity effectiveness against fast-moving threats.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
#nypd
Boston
fromBronx Times
6 days ago

NYPD to reopen former 40th Precinct as base of Bronx Patrol Borough South - Bronx Times

The NYPD is restaffing the former 40th Precinct station house to serve as the base for Bronx Patrol Borough South.
Boston
fromBronx Times
6 days ago

NYPD to reopen former 40th Precinct as base of Bronx Patrol Borough South - Bronx Times

The NYPD is restaffing the former 40th Precinct station house to serve as the base for Bronx Patrol Borough South.
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Garda Commissioner declares national fuel protests an 'exceptional event'; Ambulance and fire services to curtail operations due to fuel shortages

Three national fuel depots at Whitegate refinery, Shannon Foynes port and the Port of Galway remain restricted due to the blockades, and movement at the three sites is extremely limited.
Europe news
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Central CA detective shot and killed while serving eviction notice at Porterville home, sheriff says

Sheriff Boudreaux confirmed that the detective was shot while serving an eviction notice, and the suspect is believed to be armed with a high-powered rifle.
California
Mission District
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Shooting at Mission and 17th injures one following 'big fight'

A shooting occurred on Mission Street, leaving one person injured, with ongoing investigations into the suspects involved.
fromFortune
5 days ago

'This utter lack of communication and consultation flies in the face of federal law': states push against immigration detention plans | Fortune

ICE purchased a 418,000-square-foot warehouse in Surprise, Arizona, for $70 million, with plans for a processing site capable of handling 1,000 to 1,500 immigrants daily.
US politics
#new-york-city
New York City
fromNewsday
2 days ago

New York subway stabbings leave 3 hurt as police shoot and kill knife-wielding man, officials say

A man with a machete attacked three people in a subway station before being shot by police.
New York City
fromPeople.com
2 days ago

3 People Injured, Machete-Wielding Man Shot Dead After He Attacked in N.Y.C.'s Grand Central Station

A man named Anthony Griffin, claiming to be Lucifer, stabbed three people at Grand Central Terminal before being shot by police.
New York City
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Machete-wielding man shot by police in New York City Grand Central station

A machete attack at New York City's Grand Central station left three elderly victims wounded and the attacker in critical condition after being shot by police.
New York City
fromNewsday
2 days ago

New York subway stabbings leave 3 hurt as police shoot and kill knife-wielding man, officials say

A man with a machete attacked three people in a subway station before being shot by police.
New York City
fromPeople.com
2 days ago

3 People Injured, Machete-Wielding Man Shot Dead After He Attacked in N.Y.C.'s Grand Central Station

A man named Anthony Griffin, claiming to be Lucifer, stabbed three people at Grand Central Terminal before being shot by police.
New York City
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Machete-wielding man shot by police in New York City Grand Central station

A machete attack at New York City's Grand Central station left three elderly victims wounded and the attacker in critical condition after being shot by police.
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Insane moment cops deploy Batman-like gadget during high-speed car chase before suspect shoots himself

A suspect in a high-speed chase shot himself after a failed police maneuver using a grappling device to stop his vehicle.
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Two dead after separate double stabbings just hours apart in London

Detective Chief Inspector Dave Whellams expressed condolences, stating, 'My thoughts remain with the victim's family and loved ones, as well as those in the community who have been affected by this incident.'
London politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

BREAKING: Police shoot stabbing suspect at Grand Central Station | amNewYork

The stabbing occurred just before 10 a.m. on April 11 on the 4/5/6 line, within the confines of NYPD Transit District 4.
New York City
Social justice
fromPUNCH
2 weeks ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
California
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Calif. sheriff's deputy spots fuse of 'active' bomb during traffic stop

A traffic stop revealed an active pipe bomb in a vehicle, leading to the arrest of the suspect on multiple charges.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

Why Operationalizing AI Security Is the Next Great Enterprise Hurdle

Security operations lag behind rapid tech advancements, leading to inefficiencies and risks in managing numerous security tools.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Police release bodycam footage of Plymouth butcher knife standoff

Plymouth police released body camera footage of a standoff with an armed man who held his wife hostage inside a home.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Cops with patrol rifles to be stationed at key locations in Toronto, police create new counter-terrorism unit | CBC News

Toronto police are establishing a counter-terrorism unit and task force to enhance security against extremism and terrorism in the city.
#san-francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

SFPD Negotiates With Assault Suspect Barricaded Inside Cadillac Hotel In the Tenderloin

fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

SFPD Negotiates With Assault Suspect Barricaded Inside Cadillac Hotel In the Tenderloin

London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Sadiq Khan protection officers leave bag with guns and Taser on south London street'

Armed police officers left a bag with firearms and a Taser on the street, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan police.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

Ransomware Response: How Businesses Regain Control Under Pressure

Ransomware attacks create urgent pressure, forcing quick decisions and impacting operations, legal obligations, and overall enterprise strategy.
New York City
fromQNS
2 days ago

Hundreds of firefighters battle massive 5-alarm warehouse fire in College Point: FDNY - QNS

Firefighters contained a massive 5-alarm warehouse fire in College Point, preventing injuries and limiting damage to one building.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Embracing the Warrior-Guardian Paradox in Modern Policing

The warrior and guardian are not competing philosophies between which a department must choose. They are complementary capacities every officer needs - and every agency must develop, sustain, and honor equally.
Social justice
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Stonestown Galleria Evacuated Over Possibly Armed Person, SFPD Says Stay Clear of the Area

Stonestown Galleria was evacuated due to police activity related to an undisclosed threat, possibly involving an armed individual.
Austin
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jasmine Crockett's Fugitive Bodyguard Shot Dead by SWAT Team: Report

A fugitive security worker for Rep. Jasmine Crockett was killed by Dallas police after a standoff, raising questions about vetting procedures for congressional security personnel.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
fromSecuritymagazine
4 weeks ago

Security Team Member Dies in Standoff with Dallas Police

Robinson's true identity was revealed after the Irving police released a bulletin for a car with stolen government plates. A Dallas officer noticed the vehicle in question while working a security job with Robinson six months prior. Dallas police attempted to pull Robinson over on Mar. 11, and Robinson fled before being rediscovered in a hospital parking garage.
US politics
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Debate grows over NYPD's Strategic Response Group after attempted terrorism attack near Gracie Mansion

A failed bomb attack near Gracie Mansion intensifies debate over the NYPD's Strategic Response Group, with Mayor Mamdani maintaining his position to disband the unit despite the terrorism threat.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hope in Hostage-Taking and Kidnapping Incidents

Narratives shape how people process trauma and build resilience, while uncertainty from wrongful detention creates profound psychological strain that unfolds silently within families.
Los Angeles
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

Mayor Karen Bass beefs up LAPD presence in DTLA after violent mob takes over luxury apartments

Los Angeles will deploy increased police presence downtown with zero tolerance for street takeovers following a chaotic incident at a luxury apartment building.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Man who talked down hospital bomber says would-be attacker asked for a cuddle

A hospital patient prevented a bombing by showing kindness to the attacker, who later received a lengthy prison sentence for his actions.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Discussing Use of Force in Security: A Challenging Discussion?

Use of force in security cannot be entirely avoided but should be deployed only as a last resort when lesser options fail, requiring comprehensive training in tactics, de-escalation, and legal authority.
#crisis-intervention
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Social justice

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

When every second counts: government tech helps first responders' lifesaving missions

Indoor-capable drones and indoor location-tracking technologies significantly improve first responder situational awareness and reduce risk in hazardous interior environments.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Editorial | NYC makes its own luck with a strong NYPD counterterrorism unit | amNewYork

Two bombs at Gracie Mansion failed to detonate, narrowly preventing mass casualties; robust NYPD counterterrorism funding and staffing remain essential amid escalating Iran tensions.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago

4 Campuses Targeted in Latest Rash of Swatting Calls

Early Thursday morning, officials at Villanova University outside Philadelphia received a "threat of violence targeted at an academic building" and quickly closed their campus and canceled all activities. University officials issued an all clear at 1:36 p.m. on Thursday and noted that the FBI and local law enforcement were continuing their investigation. Alcorn State University in Mississippi initiated a campus lockdown Thursday morning due to a "safety threat," which officials cleared several hours later. Wiley University in Texas also locked down its campus due to a "threat via email" and lifted the lockdown at noon Thursday.
Higher education
Mental health
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Implementing Meaningful De-Escalation Training in Your Security Program

De-escalation training reduces aggressive incidents and is a critical risk-mitigation strategy for modern security personnel and organizations.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Cops Including SWAT and Forensics Swarm' Area Near Nancy Guthrie Home In Middle of the Night

SWAT, forensics, and FBI converged near Nancy Guthrie's home amid an unresolved kidnapping and ransom investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
Mental health
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Armed individual enters Canton police station, threatens officers during mental health crisis, officials say

Canton police used de-escalation and a Taser to subdue a mentally distressed person displaying a realistic-looking airsoft gun; no injuries, individual hospitalized.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

They help police with mental health calls. So why are 'mobile crisis' teams in crisis?

Mobile crisis teams expanded nationwide to respond to psychiatric emergencies, but inconsistent and inadequate funding is forcing programs to shut down and struggle to operate.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Watch: Cambridge police rescue injured person on MBTA tracks in the nick of time

Two Cambridge police officers jumped onto MBTA Red Line tracks and pulled an injured person to safety seconds before an oncoming train.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

DHS announces the end of its "surge operation" in Minneapolis, but not entirely

This isn't the first time Department of Homeland Security officials have claimed that Operation Metro Surge, its massive campaign in Minnesota, was slowing down or ending altogether. Homan teased a "drawdown" in late January, and a few days later President Donald Trump said he had ordered the withdrawal of 700 agents from the state. But an estimated 2,000 agents remained, and residents reported that raids continued.
US politics
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Enhancing Incident Response with Integrated Access Control and Video Verification

Integrated access control and video verification technology enhance incident response capabilities and operational resilience by providing situational clarity and enabling faster security action.
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