Event Security
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Drones are an escalating threat to stadiums, concerts and public gatherings — but law enforcement faces legal roadblocks. Here’s how multi-layered drone detection technology helps track, identify and stop bad actors
The deadly New Orleans crowd attack shows how extremists weaponize vehicles to target public spaces, stressing the importance of stronger security and counter-radicalization measures
From drone threats to packed transit hubs, law enforcement is managing a continuous, cross-border security challenge unlike anything seen before
Between June 15 and July 15, Atlanta will host eight matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium; the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office is preparing with drones and inter-agency coordination
Boston Police Capt. Det. Terry Thomas stated that the agency plans to scale up existing programs
Axon’s integrated network will handle threats from above and around event venues
Oscars executive producer Raj Kapoor said those working on the show always “monitor what’s going on in the world” and “have the support of the FBI and the LAPD”
As tensions escalate overseas, local agencies may face heightened risks from lone-actor attacks, soft-target threats and possible cyber retaliation
How tethered UAS and rugged tablets expand situational awareness
How New Orleans aligns police, fire and EMS before, during and after major events — and what your agency can replicate immediately
From camera integration and AI tools to encrypted information-sharing groups and World Cup planning, public and private partners are creating a two-way security ecosystem
The city is one of 11 U.S. host locations preparing for the event and is seeking a portion of the $625 million in federal grants offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
The security effort spans Santa Clara, San Francisco and San Jose; agencies involved include the FBI, DEA, ATF, U.S. Coast Guard, CBP and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
As threats grow more complex, police leaders must treat special event planning as a continuous, intelligence-driven discipline
With major events becoming bigger, riskier and more complex, law enforcement agencies are turning to integrated, real-time tools to manage air and ground threats
Why awareness of aerial threats matters as much as response
FBI agents testified the man owned clothing and paraphernalia with both Neo-nazi and Taliban symbols and was angry at President Donald Trump over perceived close ties with Israel
What law enforcement can do right now to address malicious drone activity, even as legislation struggles to keep pace
From a hoax school shooting to Boston Marathon planning, real-world incidents show how relationships and pre-event coordination determine outcomes
Nearly 800 local, state and federal law enforcement officials will be deployed downtown during the events, public safety officials said during a news conference
Six converging forces will shape how agencies operate, communicate and earn trust in an increasingly volatile public safety environment
Concise, actionable tips outlining how police agencies can strengthen planning, close operational gaps and address emerging threats ahead of high-risk events
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With 300,000 fans expected to attend, officials emphasize coordinated crowd safety operations on the Las Vegas Strip
Large-scale security planning requires redundancy, repetition and a culture of readiness
Event where Charlie Kirk was killed drew thousands more than expected, university planning docs show
Utah Valley University records show that event planners estimated up to 600 guests, but nearly 3,000 attended, with security handled by a six-member campus police detail and Kirk’s private team
Explore how to align your agency’s plans with funding opportunities related to national celebrations and large-scale event needs
Half of the grant funding will be distributed in 2026 to areas hosting FIFA World Cup games, America 250 national events and the 2028 Olympic Games
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