SECURITY

GRAND BLANC, MI -- Whether it’s the one child he parents, or the more than 8,000 that he looks over as superintendent of Grand Blanc Community Schools, more security helps give Trevor Alward “peace of mind.”Heading into the 2022-23 school year, Grand Blanc redistributed funds to add five armed security guards from Premier Security Solutions that will be placed at the district’s elementary schools.

Washtenaw Community College will be hosting an open house in its new Automotive Cybersecurity Lab on Thursday, Sept. 8 from 6-8 p.m.

Oxford High School students are returning to class this Thursday amid much uncertainty. The Oxford School District started reaching out to parents this week with updated safety plans which are getting mixed reviews.

The other popular downtown spot to watch the show is always Hart Plaza. We’ve told you how the city had added 10 new high-tech metal detectors and tonight was the first major event they’re being used.

A high-tech way to quickly detect weapons in schools is getting a test run in Metro Detroit.

On Wednesday, increased security was present at Marygrove High School after a troubling video surfaced online.

It’s World Password Day, which is a great reminder for all of us to manage our passwords to protect our online accounts, which are constantly being targeted.

Questions still remain after the heartbreaking loss and shocking discovery of Brendan Santo’s body in the Red Cedar River in East Lansing. Local 4 Investigator Karen Drew has uncovered new details in the case, and traveled to Michigan State’s campus to get answers.

Here are some tips from the Federal Trade Commission on how to spot scam, spam or phishing text messages on your mobile device.

Figures show that of 40,900 refugees granted visas, only 12,000 have reached the UK.

As the Detroit Tigers look ahead to Opening Day, they’re still working to ensure there will be staff to man the park and take care of the field. The union for some 270 workers and the team still haven’t reached a contract for this season.

We’re talking with Senate Homeland Security Committee Chairman Sen. Gary Peters about the potential threat.

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Administrators said students will notice the changes in multiple ways.

Blumira continues to hire in the Ann Arbor area.

The Commons Speaker wants to know how Wayne Couzens was deemed suitable to be on duty at parliament.

The fine was levied by House Sergeant at Arms William J. Walker after an investigation revealed that Crenshaw and an unknown man, who appeared to be a former member of Congress, entered the House Chamber without clearing security.

Hex is a wave-based security system that uses the existing WiFi waves in your home to detect motion.

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Protecting people is what the Detroit Bodyguard Protection Unit on West 8 Mile Road is all about.

Ann Arbor-based cybersecurity firm Blumira hopes to double its workforce over the next year.

There is a sign out front of the Michigan First Credit Union in Eastpointe is asking people not to wear a mask.

A handgun was found in a man’s carry-on luggage during x-ray screening at Detroit Metro Airport, officials said.

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A Senate committee hearing Wednesday will focus on worldwide threats to U.S. national security. The country's top intelligence officials are expected to discuss several issues, including recent cyber hacks by Russian and Chinese spies. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joined CBSN with more.

An associate professor of electrical engineering and computer science at U-M, Fu is the founder of the Archimedes Center for Medical Device Security. The university released the following Q&A with Fu, who discussed the medical device industry and the challenges it faces. Updating legacy medical device software is a huge challenge. A lot of medical device manufacturers have a difficult time grappling with computer security risks. The world needs five-year academic programs that combine biomedical engineering, software engineering and public policy to culminate with a master’s degree.

ANN ARBOR – Local cybersecurity startup Blumira has plans to double its headcount in 2021. With a team of 25, Blumira plans to double its headcount by the end of the year with a focus on hiring additional leadership roles and growing its sales and engineering teams. Part of Blumira’s success over the past year is due to its adoption of SaaS applications and migration to the cloud. Most recently, he led product management at Duo Security, which was acquired by Cisco in 2018 for $2.35 billion. in computer science and was head of UX and engineering at Arbor Networks (acquired by NETSCOUT in 2015) prior to his role at Duo Security.

A sign displayed outside the Capitol building in Frankfort, Ky., advises that the grounds are closed, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston)WASHINGTON – A message on Monday morning said an “external security threat” was present at the U.S. Capitol. “All buildings within the Capitol Complex: External security threat, no entry or exit is permitted, stay away from exterior windows, doors. UPDATE: U.S. Capitol Police: "In an abundance of caution following an external security threat under the bridge on I-295 at First and F Streets, SE, Acting Chief Pittman ordered a shutdown of the Capitol Complex. Unclear if this is the cause of/related to Capitol lockdown- but it’s in the same area where the security threat was supposedly located https://t.co/Dev82K5nBt — Garrett Haake (@GarrettHaake) January 18, 2021

Inauguration preparations continue with tight security and pandemic precautions Security threats and a global pandemic pose significant challenges for President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN a look at how organizers are preparing for Wednesday's big event.

LANSING, Mich. – Increased security measures have been put in place at the state Capitol building to prepare for expected armed protests starting this weekend. Michigan State Police, working with the Michigan National Guard and FBI, says that have increased personnel and protective measures at the Capitol and in Downtown Lansing. READ: Michigan law enforcement on armed Capitol protests this weekend: ‘We will be prepared’A chain-link fence has gone up around the Capitol building. Across the street from the Capitol, where the governor’s office is, the windows have been boarded up. Michigan State Police Col. Joseph Gasper wouldn’t give specifics about a lot of the security plan that’s in place, but did issue a warning.

(AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)LANSING, Mich. – Law enforcement agencies across Michigan are stepping up security measures at the Capitol and in surrounding areas to prepare for expected armed protests starting this weekend. Michigan State Police, working with the Michigan National Guard and FBI, says that have increased personnel and protective measures at the Capitol and in Downtown Lansing. The Lansing Police Department announced that there is an event planned for noon at the Michigan Capitol on Sunday, Jan. 17. “I can assure you that we take our responsibility for safeguarding the Capitol and those who work and visit here seriously and, together with our law enforcement partners, we will be prepared to ensure law and order.”On Friday, Michigan Gov. The FBI has warned local law enforcement agencies in all 50 states of possible armed protests at state Capitol buildings starting this weekend.

DETROIT – In Sunday’s episode of Tech Time cybersecurity experts offer advice on how to keep yourself safe in the digital world as 2021 begins. You can watch the entire segment in the video player above. Watch: More Tech Time segments

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan State House, Senate and Capitol buildings will be closed Monday as the Electoral College meets. RELATED: What’s in store when the Electoral College meets“The decision was not made because of anticipated protests, but was made based on credible threats of violence,” McCann said. That decision is made by the Capitol Commission.”Electors will be given police escorts Monday and one said she’s taking things further and will be wearing a bullet-proof vest. You can watch the Electoral College meeting here. Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani has targeted Detroit in recent weeks, despite there being no evidence of fraud in the city.

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan State House, Senate and Capitol buildings will be closed Monday as the Electoral College meets. According to Rep. Darrin Camilleri, the entire legislature will be working remotely due to safety concerns during the Electoral College vote. RELATED: What’s in store when the Electoral College meetsCamilleri said he was not briefed on the potential threats, but said when the offices have closed in the past, it was due to threats. You can watch the Electoral College meeting here. I call on the House Republicans who joined the recent court case to publicly apologize, renounce their actions and respect the will of the voters.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – On Sunday, a Transportation Security Administration officer found a loaded gun in a man’s carry-on bag at the Grand Rapids based Gerald R. Ford International Airport. TSA officials say the gun was found in the carry-on bag at around 5:30 a.m. on Sunday. “Firearms and prohibited items continue to be detected at airport security checkpoints during this pandemic,” said Grand Rapid’s TSA Federal Security Director Roger Dubuc. The gun was found ahead of President Donald Trump’s visit to Gerald R. Ford International Airport tonight. The president will be in Traverse City before holding a 10:30 p.m. rally at the Grand Rapids based airport.

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) held a news conference on Wednesday evening to discuss a “major election security” issue. Officials announced Wednesday that the FBI has identified that Iran and Russia have taken actions to disrupt the election process as voting is already underway across the U.S. for the presidential election. "They may seek to target those systems, or simply leave the impression that they have altered or manipulated those systems, in order to undermine their credibility and our confidence in them. “As we enter the last weeks before the election, we urge every American -- including members of the media -- to be cautious about believing or spreading unverified, sensational claims related to votes and voting,” the statement continues. “State and local election officials are in regular contact with federal law enforcement and cyber security professionals, and they are all working around the clock to ensure that Election 2020 is safe, secure, and free from outside interference.”Read more

Election Day security: Have there been any credible threats to polling places? If you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.

A photographer who climbed 151 feet to the very top of the highly guarded Ambassador Bridge posted photos from on top of the bridge’s sign, raising major questions about security. The photographer said you’ll never know his name, but he’s posted images from the very top of the Brooklyn Bridge, high above New York City and on top of the Crescent City Connection Bridge in New Orleans. He posted photos from 151 feet in the air above Detroit, at the very top of the highly guarded, supposedly secure Ambassador Bridge. Customers and Border Patrol officials secure the major international crossing, but the bridge is privately owned by the International Bridge Company, which is responsible for security. I think bridge security is actually very good.”Click here to view more of his photos.

DETROIT – A 48-year-old Detroit woman was arrested Saturday, Sept. 5 after causing a scene at a Florida airport. Authorities took Francita Anitha Ward into custody for creating a disturbance inside Terminal 4 at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. She caused the disturbance after arriving late for Spirit Flight 2101 to Detroit. Police say Ward was loud and not wearing a mask while using profanity inside the terminal in front of families and children. As she was asked to leave Terminal 4 she yelled several times, “take me to jail.”

WARREN, Mich. Warren City Hall will be open by appointment only beginning Monday. Appointments can be made Monday through Friday between 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Visitors and employees must wear masksSecurity will be at the door screening visitors who have appointmentsThe Civic Center Library will also open by appointment only Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.All other branch libraries will be open regular hoursThe number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 101,478 as of Saturday, including 6,467 deaths, state officials report. For more information visit the citys website.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Ann Arbor-based Censys announced that it raised $15.5 million in its latest round of funding and has developed a new platform that scans 44% more of the Internet than its competitors. The engine works by quickly finding security vulnerabilities in a companys online assets. This lets companies make risk assessments and Censys recommends remediation so companies can protect themselves from security breaches. Censys CEO and co-founder David Corcoran said that Censys aims to make security issues more visible for its clients. Check the security of your own home network through Censys risk identification tool or learn more about Censys at censys.io

NEW DELHI India on Monday banned 59 apps with Chinese links, saying their activities endanger the countrys sovereignty, defense and security. Indias decision comes as its troops are involved in a tense standoff with Chinese soldiers in eastern Ladakh in the Himalayas that started last month. India lost 20 soldiers in a June 15 clash. It said there have been mounting concerns about data security and safeguarding the privacy of 1.3 billion Indians. The government said such concerns also pose a threat to sovereignty and security of the country.

Heightened security in Jerusalem continues after a terrorist attack. If you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.

More than 2.5 million people are expected to fly this Memorial Day holiday weekend. With the recent problems with TSA screeners, new efforts are being made to get passengers through security as quickly as possible. Kris Van Cleave reports from Dulles International Airport outside Washington.

Security around the United States has been heightened after the terror attacks in Brussels, Belgium. CBS News' Michelle Miller joins CBSN from New York City's Times Square with the latest details.

CBS News has learned that the FBI is stepping up security in the U.S. after the terror attacks in Brussels. Frank Cilluffo, associate vice president of the Center For Cyber and Homeland Security, and joins CBSN with more analysis on security in America

Although there weren't any specific, credible threats to the United States this holiday weekend, security was still ramped up across the country. Nowhere was that more noticeable than at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York. Don Dahler reports.

Travel security has been strengthened ahead of the Thanksgiving weekend, one of the busiest travel times of the year. CBS News correspondent Jeff Pegues has details for CBSN.

Americans are more vigilant heading into one of the busiest travel weeks of the year, as nearly 47 million people are expected to travel for Thanksgiving. After the Paris attacks, airports have tightened security with extra officers and police dogs. Jeff Pegues reports.

The FBI is taking a closer look at the e-mail server Hillary Clinton used as secretary of state. Officials are concerned that classified information could have been mishandled. The presidential candidate's attorney confirmed the investigation to CBS News overnight. Margaret Brennan reports.

Security increased at some federal buildings The Department of Homeland Security announced an increase in security at federal buildings in the U.S. as a "precautionary step." David Martin reports.