Arsonist Used Molotov Cocktails, Other Devices to Set Near North Side Fires
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,…
How smart home devices are being hijacked to attack Internet
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…
10-Minute Digital Privacy Tuneup
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
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…
Fire! You have 3 minutes to get out!
Fire! You have 3 minutes to get out! By: Paul F. P. Pogue – Angie’s List Publication Your parents’ generation had 17 minutes to escape. In modern homes, you only have about three. Find out why and learn how to increase your chances of survival. According to research by Underwriters Laboratories, a nationally recognized safety…
Smart Home Security Keeps You Informed and Worry-Free
How Smart Home Security Keeps You Informed and Worry-Free Your home has a lot to tell you. Now, thanks to Smart Home security, it also has a voice. From fire alarms to teen parties, a Smart Home keeps you aware of everything that matters, no matter where you are, through real-time text and video alerts….
It’s Not Just About Home Security Anymore…
Home Automation can be confusing. Let the experts at Forest Security show you just how easy it can be to incorporate Home Automation in your security system and just how affordable it can be. Study: 45% of Residential Renovations Incorporate Home Automation A study from Houzz reveals that almost half of all home renovations include…
Stay Vigilant – You Never Know – 12-Year-Old Charged in Series of Armed Robberies
The boy is accused of robbing victims over 3 nights along North Larrabee Street, according to Chicago police. By Joe Vince (Patch Staff) – September 20, 2016 CHICAGO, IL — A 12-year-old boy is accused of committing multiple armed robberies earlier this month along North Larrabee Street, according to Chicago police. The boy was taken…
Back To The Basics – Internet Security
In light of the recent FBI warnings, here are some back-to- basic tips to remember when using the internet…. Internet Safety Tips: Internet safety is just as important for adults as it is for children and teens. From privacy concerns to identity theft and cyber-stalking, there are plenty of hazards on the web. Fortunately, a…