The spread of false information during disasters "can cause confusion, inundate government resources, be used by malicious actors to scam/steal, and even create physical threats." Keep Reading
Person of the Year said it was "great to be among friends" as "I do miss the mission immensely." Keep Reading
According to the contracts, ACSI is expected to receive fees in the aggregate amount of up to $9.0 million, subject to certain approvals from local authorities and systems acceptances. Keep Reading
Each year, Homeland Security Today honors shining stars in the community who are making their own unique, invaluable contributions to advance the mission of keeping America safer from myriad threats. Keep Reading
From dozens of nominations, these awards select people from across the nation who are supporting America in their communities in tangible, beneficial ways, and we are proud to recognize each one. Keep Reading
Former Acting DHS Secretary Kevin McAleenan and L.A.'s HSAC Director James Featherstone honored. CLICK THROUGH TO READ ABOUT ALL OF THE 2019 HONOREES. Keep Reading
The free briefings will be available for front-line government, law enforcement, first responders and others serving the homeland mission. Keep Reading
Some stakeholders identified communication challenges as well as opportunities for OEC to improve communication. For example, approximately one quarter (26 percent) of SWICs said that OEC does not communicate training well. Keep Reading
The UK Security Minister says the current Brexit deal includes a promise to co-operate on security after leaving the EU and that “a no-deal situation would have a real impact on our ability to work with our European partners to protect the public." Keep Reading
After examining FEMA’s roles and responsibilities in the public alert and warning process, OIG concluded that FEMA has limited responsibility for the sending and canceling of state and local alerts. Keep Reading
