Haverhill and area communities providing fire safety lessons for both students and seniors received a boost Tuesday, receiving state grants to help pay for the programs. The longstanding fire safety programs are Student Awareness of Fire Education, known as SAFE, which sends firefighter-educators…

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - State fire officials are working on a new set of minimum standards to prevent fires in buildings across Kansas. The Kansas State Fire Marshal’s Office has traveled to various cities over the past two weeks to take share their progress on the 2026 Kansas Fire Prevention Code.…

When building the tower, the stairways were reinforced with fireproof concrete, providing it with extra safety in case of a fire. As it is a 160-flight structure, it also has refuge areas on every 25 floors. They are separated by a "two-hour fire-resistant construction". Smoke migration is mitigated…

CHICO, Calif. - A man was arrested after the Chico Police Department says he led police on a 15-minute pursuit in a stolen vehicle before breaking into a home to hide from officers. Officers with the Chico PD say they were dispatched to a residence in the 400 block of Nord Avenue for a reported…

A brazen burglary suspect, caught on surveillance sitting on a roof as deputies passed by, was arrested and charged after a series of break-ins that ended with a violent confrontation with a homeowner. The suspect, identified by police as Abraham Recinos, was seen snatching tools from one home, then…

Home invasions are a reality that cannot be ignored. It is dangerous to think that “it happens to others, never to us.” We must change this mindset because believing we are safe may leave us vulnerable. Home invasions can happen anywhere and to anyone. According to Toronto Police statistics,…

Burglars are embracing tech to make their jobs easier — a fact one California family recently learned the hard way. According to NBC Los Angeles, an unidentified husband and wife returned home with their baby on April 24 to discover their back door smashed and the house "completely trashed" (1).…

A Colorado bill would enable the Legislature to hire a security administrator in an effort to tighten personal security for lawmakers, nearly one year after a Minnesota state representative and her husband were shot and killed at her home. House Bill 26-1422 passed its first committee hearing on…

SURF CITY, Pender County — Residents and businesses along South Topsail Drive may notice discolored water later this week as part of routine fire safety maintenance. The Surf City Fire Department will conduct hydrant flow testing on Wednesday, April 29, and Friday, May 1. Officials say the testing…

Burbank police officers arrested three men after a watchful neighbor allegedly spotted the group breaking into someone's home Thursday night. The suspects — Alan Rodriguez-Pulido, 34, Wilmar Castelblanco-Robles, 20, and Cristian Rios-Cuadros, 24 — were booked with residential burglary, according to…

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — An aggravated burglary investigation is underway after surveillance captured images of a suspect stealing a PlayStation 5 from a home. The Clarksville Police Department is investigating a home burglary on April 21. Surveillance cameras caught a suspect described as a thin…

Additional arrests and charges are expected, according to Louisville Metro Police. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Louisville Metro Police (LMPD) said detectives were able to recover dozens of guns within 48 hours of a burglary at a Valley Station home. In a social media post Tuesday, LMPD said the victim…

CHICO, Calif. — A burglary suspect was arrested on Monday after leading officers on a dangerous pursuit in a stolen vehicle that ended when he was caught hiding inside a random person's home. Officers were dispatched to a home in the 400 block of Nord Avenue around 12:30 p.m. on April 27 for a…

DUNSMUIR, Calif. - The Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office held its first public safety town hall of the year in Dunsmuir at the City Council Chambers.The conversation started with a review of local crime trends and Sheriff's Office objectives. It then shifted to the upcoming fire season, emergency…

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - New search warrants reveal stunning new developments related to the break-in at the home of late NASCAR driver Greg Biffle. Detectives for the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office say more than $30,000 in cash and two firearms were reportedly stolen at the Biffle’s Mooresville…

Dublin, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Smoke Detectors - Global Strategic Business Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global market for Smoke Detectors was valued at US$4.7 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$6.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a…

TEMECULA, CA — A Temecula home was burglarized Sunday night with the resident still inside, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department Southwest Sheriff's Station told Patch. Shortly before 9 p.m., deputies from the Southwest Sheriff’s Station responded to the 33800 block of Channel Street on reports…

KENT, Wash. — A homeowner shot one man among a group of suspects during a home invasion in Kent. Officers were dispatched to a home on Hampton Way shortly before 3 a.m. on Monday. The victims told officers that several armed suspects had entered the home and the homeowner shot at the intruders,…

BEND, Ore. -- Women will have an opportunity this weekend to learn how to best protect themselves in dangerous situations while also supporting local nonprofits during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.Cascadia Krav Maga, a martial arts school in Bend is hosting a self-defense seminar this weekend.…

Three people are in custody in connection with a break-in at a home in Burbank, thanks in part to a neighbor who quickly alerted police.The incident happened in the 2700 block of Scott Road at around 7:30 p.m., according to the Burbank Police Department. No one was home at the time, police said, but…

Las Vegas, NV, April 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alternative Ballistics Corporation (OTCQB: ALBC) (“ALBC” or the “Company”), an innovator in ballistic and personal defense solutions, today announced that trading of its common stock has commenced on the OTCQB market, marking a significant milestone…

At Hideout’s wildfire news and mitigation town hall on Wednesday, panelists discussed a new method for detecting wildfires: cameras. Wildfire detection cameras, that is. Heidi Hill Drum is the founder of ABK Consultants and has helped secure funding for wildfire camera networks across communities…

The Vandalia Division of Fire has a few tips for residents to keep in mind regarding recreational and open burning.The agency has seen an increase in illegal burning incidents in the area this spring, so on Wednesday the fire division posted several reminders for residents to keep in mind. The first…

HARRISBURG — The head of Pennsylvania’s Treasury Department said her agency does not have the legal authority to pay the more than $1 million in recent security upgrades at Gov. Josh Shapiro’s privately-owned family home in Montgomery County, saying state rules bar her from using taxpayer dollars to…

New York City has quietly become one of the most demanding markets in America for audio-visual and home security installation. Between pre-war Manhattan co-ops with no conduit access, Brooklyn brownstones requiring discreet cabling, Queens multi-family buildings needing video intercom upgrades, and…

LAKE BALBOA, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Los Angeles police are searching for suspects after a Lake Balboa family returned home Saturday evening to find thousands of dollars in valuables stolen, the latest burglary in a recent string of crimes across the San Fernando Valley. Police said an unknown number…

Investigators say the attempted murder was no coincidence. New details from the case of Sergio Meza Fraire have emerged in the gruesome murder and attempted murder of a mother and her daughter in Burbank. Fraire broke into the home of Arti Varma, 59, on April 20 between the hours of 3 a.m. and 6…

ADT, the home security giant that commands roughly 41% of the US residential security market, has confirmed that it recently suffered a data breach orchestrated by the notorious ShinyHunters extortion group. The company detected the unauthorized access to its network on April 20 and claims it shut…

(KRON) — A north Napa homeowner’s quick vigilant thinking after checking their home’s security surveillance helped officers nab three suspects who were allegedly attempting to flee with a stolen safe Thursday.The Napa Police Department believes the suspects may be tied to an “organized burglary crew…

According to the latest IndexBox report on the global Mineral Coated Barrier Board market, the market enters 2026 with broader demand fundamentals, more disciplined procurement behavior, and a more regionally diversified supply architecture. The global Mineral Coated Barrier Board market is entering…

If you want a simple way to catch water leaks before they turn into a big mess, this smart water leak detector is definitely worth considering. The sensor sends alerts to your phone via app, email or SMS if water is detected and also blares a loud alarm so you won’t miss it. It features a strong…

SPRING, Texas – Violence against women is a problem we don’t talk about enough—until it hits someone we know. But the numbers already tell the story: globally, nearly one in three women has experienced physical or sexual violence. Here in Houston, the issue is not abstract. So far in 2026, Houston…

Sparky the Fire Dog marked Earth Day by encouraging families to make their homes more fire-safe this spring through a wildfire prevention checklist available at Sparky.org. According to the checklist, a wildfire is any fire that starts outside in grass, brush, shrubs or forests. The checklist states…

The acquisition brings together Halt!'s consumer brand and global distribution with Green Fire's field-tested, PFAS-free technology — forming Halt Industrial to serve consumers and professional operators nationwide WINDERMERE, Fla., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Halt! FIRE, creator of the…

Ajax Systems earns eight awards for fire safety and security. Ajax Systems has received eight Red Dot Design Awards for its range of fire safety, intrusion protection and video surveillance hardware.The company announced that this marks the third consecutive year it has been recognised by the…

Smart Home Security and Surveillance Systems Market. Smart Home Security and Surveillance Systems Market Growth Outlook 2026 to 2032: US$19.76 Billion Market Expands as Home Protection Shifts from Devices to Intelligent Services. The global Smart Home Security and Surveillance Systems Market is…

A fast-moving burglary spree is unfolding across Los Angeles, with thieves targeting some of the city’s most affluent neighborhoods and striking multiple communities over the past week — even as police flood the area with patrols. The latest incidents unfolded Wednesday night in the San Fernando…

DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) — The Danville Fire Department wants to ensure that every home within the City of Danville is equipped with working smoke alarms, which is a critical component of fire safety and early detection. Through this program, Danville residents can request free smoke alarms and…

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A tool shed at a Shreveport nursing home was burglarized and police provided video of the theft in hopes that someone in the community could identify the person responsible.The burglary happened at the Booker T. Washington Nursing Home at 7605 Line Ave., on March 5,…

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- A Harris County Sheriff's deputy is facing serious charges after investigators said he broke into his wife's home in Cypress, according to court documents. Deputy Justin Holcombe, an eight-year veteran of the department, has been placed on administrative leave…