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Policewoman Shot in Paris Following Attacks

Policewoman Shot in Paris Following Attacks

The gunman also reportedly robbed a gas station in the northern part of the country

12 Dead in Attack on Paris Newspaper

12 Dead in Attack on Paris Newspaper

Charlie Hebdo, a satirical newspaper, was the target of what many are calling a terrorist attack

The Security Pitfalls of Airport Worker Access

The Security Pitfalls of Airport Worker Access

Some of the biggest holes in airport security revolve around those that work there.

US Air Force Drone Fleet Fizzles

US Air Force Drone Fleet Fizzles

Military branch lacks manpower to meet growing demand for unmanned missions.

Border Security: At What Price?

Border Security: At What Price?

Aside from security on campus or in the K-12 environment, there is nothing more passionate than border security.

How to Stay off FAA

How to Stay off FAA's 'Naughty List' with Your Drone

Video gives tips and best practices for flying your unmanned aircraft.

North Korea’s Internet Restored amid US Hacking Dispute

North Korea's Internet Restored amid US Hacking Dispute

North Korea’s internet was down for several hours before being restored Tuesday.

Security Report says White House Needs New Fence

Security Report says White House Needs New Fence

The report also suggests that the Secret Service needs a new director from outside the organization



Dallas Police Department to Add 200 Body Cameras in January

Dallas Police Department to Add 200 Body Cameras in January

The DPD cites the need to increase transparency, accountability and community engagement.

National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Looks to Israel for Advice

National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Looks to Israel for Advice

The deputy director of the center is willing to look beyond his borders for cutting edge techniques

Police Raid Sydney Café

Police Raid Sydney Café

Police forces shot and killed a hostage-taker early Tuesday

Kenya President Makes Case for Tougher Security Law

Kenya President Makes Case for Tougher Security Law

The president cites a dangerous enemy in calling for a change.

Supreme Court of Canada Upholds Cellphone Search at Arrest

A 4-3 decision by the country's highest court said the evidence Toronto police found on a robbery suspect's phone, including a photo of a handgun and a draft text message which read in part, "We did it," should not be excluded.

UK Police Boost Security after Threat against Officers

UK Police Boost Security after Threat against Officers

Police in Birmingham, England received a threat Monday.

U.S. Prepares for Security Risks ahead of CIA Torture Report

U.S. Prepares for Security Risks ahead of CIA Torture Report

American agencies around the world prepare for possible threats related to the release of the report

New U.S. Guidelines Ban Profiling by Federal Law Enforcement

New U.S. Guidelines Ban Profiling by Federal Law Enforcement

Airport and border screening are exempt from the new rules.

FBI in Danger of “Going Dark” if not able to Tap Devices

FBI in Danger of “Going Dark” if not able to Tap Devices

Government agency attempts to stand its ground against political leader.

Sony Hack Exposes Social Security Numbers

Sony Hack Exposes Social Security Numbers

Social Security numbers appeared more than 1.1 million times in 601 publicly-posted files stolen by hackers.

NYPD Twitter Fail

NYPD Twitter Fail

Critics attack NYPD after on social media after "wehearyou Tweet comes out soon after Eric Garner decision.

Body-mounted Camera Funding for Police Announced by Obama

Police shootings of youth and protests drive demand for video documentation of police activities.

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