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By Shayna Meliker | November 29, 2016 The holiday season should be a time for making happy memories with our families — and that certainly includes our pets! Unfortunately, there are many seasonal dangers for cats and dogs that could ruin a Christmas or holiday celebration. Educate yourself on holiday hazards you need to protect…
The police gave residents tips on how to stay safe during colder months. By Anicka Slachta (Patch Staff) – December 12, 2016 5:55 pm ET In the wake of continued car burglaries and a recent string of package thefts, Oak Park Police are trying to raise awareness of these common crimes and how to avoid…
They’ve said they believe it could be an attempt to defraud senior citizens. By Anicka Slachta (Patch Staff) – December 5, 2016 6:08 pm ET Oak Park and River Forest police are asking residents — especially senior citizens — to be careful after several incidents of people posing as official town employees were reported two…
An investigative news team surveyed incarcerated burglars to learn about their methods. Security cameras oftentimes prove to be a deterrent, the study found. When asked what is the first thing they look to steal, surveyed burglars said jewelry, electronics, cash and credit cards. By SSI Staff · November 1, 2016 – Kyle Iboshi, KGW Senior…
Forest Security Computer Safety News: by KCS Computer Technology (11/29/16): We are seeing a tsunami of computer attacks. We think we have encountered a new way to distribute malicious software. One infection we treated may have come from the purchase of a floor model computer. It would not be difficult for someone to insert…
CHICAGO, IL — Police are warning Near North Side residents to watch out for a man who has been using Molotov cocktails and other incendiary devices and chemicals to start fires in the neighborhood. The man is suspected of at least eight arsons in the area from as far back as February of this year,…
Connected devices, including security equipment, such as cameras and DVRs, have been leveraged by hackers to carry out massive DDoS attacks recently. Photo credit: (Image courtesy bigstockphoto.com) Oct. 24–The huge cyberattack that crippled the Internet and disabled dozens of websites Friday appeared to be the biggest attack of its kind that the world has ever…
Digital Security is just as important as home security. Here are some good sense tips to help ensure your safety: The Consumer Reports 10-Minute Digital Privacy Tuneup Each of these steps will take just a minute or two, and they’ll boost your data security and privacy By Consumer Reports September 20, 2016 There’s a lot…
3 Men Stormed Skokie Business, Bound Owner With Duct Tape and Ransacked His Home 82-year-old business owner and his secretary were bound with duct tape at work while attackers ransacked the owner’s home. By Tim Moran (Patch Staff) SKOKIE, IL – Three men armed with cutting instruments stormed into a family business in Skokie and…