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And the Rest is History
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
The title of this blog comes directly from this week’s Tech Speak, a mini episode of our Technologically Speaking podcast.
FLETC Observes Black History Month 2023
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Carter G. Woodson, known as the “Father of Black History,” created the celebration of Black accomplishment in 1926. Black history in the U.S. predates 1619 when enslaved Africans were brought to Virginia
Bronx Daycare Provider Charged With Sexual Exploitation Of A Child And Production, Receipt, And Distribution Of Child Pornography
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Patrick J. Freaney, Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Office of the United States Secret Service (“USSS”), Michael J. Driscoll, Assistant Director in Charge of the New York Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (“FBI”), and Keechant L. Sewell, the Commissioner of the New York City Police Department (“NYPD”), announced today that SILFREDO CASTILLO MARTINEZ was charged with sexual exploitation of a child and production of child pornography as well as receipt, distribution, and possession of child pornography.
Arkansas Survivors Affected by the Recent Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 3, 2023
News Release: LITTLE ROCK - Arkansas homeowners and renters in three counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred on March 31 could be eligible for help from FEMA. The designated counties for FEMA Individual Assistance are Cross, Lonoke, and Pulaski.
“LEGISLATIVE SESSION” published by the Congressional Record in the Senate section on March 30
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 3, 2023
“LEGISLATIVE SESSION” was published on pages S1075-S1078 of the Congressional Record on March 30.
Secret Service Falls in Charity Hockey Game to Rival FBI in Thriller, 2-1
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
A capacity crowd was on hand at the MedStar Capitals Iceplex to witness the 2023 Charity Hockey Game between the United States Secret Service and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Fans were treated to 45 minutes of non-stop action, and three total goals.
TSA officers prevent two travelers from bringing loaded guns onto flights on the same day at Philadelphia International Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Philadelphia International Airport prevented two Pennsylvania travelers from bringing their loaded handguns onto a flight on Wednesday, March 22.
TSA alarmed about the increase in the number of guns carried to BWI Airport checkpoints
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials and the Maryland Transportation Authority Police are concerned about the increase in the frequency that they are seeing travelers carry handguns to security checkpoints at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Temporary TSA PreCheck® application center set for April 17 to 21 inside West Virginia International Yeager Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Residents of the state capital and the surrounding Charleston region will be able to enroll in the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) popular TSA PreCheck® program at West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) from April 17 to 21, where officials will host a temporary “pop-up” enrollment center inside airport terminal near the baggage claim area.
Secretary Mayorkas Recognizes Over 1,300 DHS Employees with Annual Secretary’s Awards
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the 1,341 winners of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary’s Awards, which honor employees from 43 different states, countries, territories, and districts.
Bangor TSA officers intercept loaded firearm during security screening
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers stopped a 57-year-old passenger from carrying a loaded firearm onto an airplane on Monday at Bangor International Airport (BGR).
TSA highlights IND’s gold-standard security model with two-week training for international delegation
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Officials with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) are hosting high-level aviation officials from the Philippines for two weeks of training in Indianapolis, part of an international partnership aimed at improving security at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).
TSA recruiting officers to work at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking to hire women and men to work at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport in preparation for the busy spring and summer travel seasons and is participating in two upcoming hiring events.
TSA officers prevent local woman from bringing a gun onto flight at Norfolk International Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Norfolk International Airport prevented a local woman from bringing her loaded 9mm handgun onto her flight on Friday, March 17.
TSA officers prevent two individuals from carrying guns through checkpoint at Pittsburgh International Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) prevented two Pennsylvania residents from bringing their handguns through the security checkpoint on Friday, March 17, and Saturday, March 18.
TSA to begin installation of computed tomography screening technology at JQF
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Officials with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today the installation of two new computed tomography (CT) X-ray scanners is on track to begin Monday at the Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (JQF) security checkpoint.
TSA offers spring break preview and travel tips for passengers departing Portland International Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) anticipates steady passenger volumes through its security checkpoints at Portland International Airport (PDX) during an extended spring break travel season
Passengers encouraged to arrive early as TSA installs new checkpoint technology at Bismarck Airport
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Three state-of-the-art advanced technology Computed Tomography (CT) checkpoint scanners that provide 3-D imaging will soon be installed at the Transportation Security Administration checkpoint at Bismarck Airport (BIS).
FEMA Mitigation Funds Help Homeowners Rebuild Stronger
By Homeland Newswire | Apr 3, 2023
News Release: LAKE MARY, Fla. - More than 50,000 Florida homeowners have received funds from FEMA to rebuild their homes stronger after Hurricane Ian.
British Nationals Sentenced for Interference with Flight Crew, Assault during Flight Diverted to BIA
By Homeland Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
Two men from Manchester, England were sentenced in U.S. District Court in Bangor today for interference with a flight crew and assault.