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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…

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…

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…

By: Sam Roudman  –  Sep 15th 2016 3:23PM FBI director James Comey is just as concerned about data security as anyone else — that’s why he covers his webcam with a piece of tape. On Wednesday, Comey recommended others do the same at a conference at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. “There’s some…

Chicago Police Department investigators are searching for two men who they have committed a string of armed robberies in the 19th District. By Carrie Frillman (Patch Staff) – August 10, 2016 4:31 pm ET Chicago police are asking residents to help identify a pair of men behind a trio of North Side armed robberies in…

Scream Mask Robber Holds Up Woman at Gunpoint in Own Garage By Lorraine Swanson (Patch Staff) OAK PARK, IL — A man dressed in all black and wearing a white Scream mask held up a woman at gunpoint in her own garage, Oak Park police said. The robber entered the woman’s garage in the 500…

You are at work. How do you know the kids are home from school… and are they doing their homework? Forest Security / alarm.com will show you how easy it is to add home video to your security system.

Security Tip From Forest: In reading this article, which is pretty advanced for the most of us, the most important thing to remember is: Set Up A Strong Password for every smart device you use. Who would think someone could hack into an electrical socket and steal email information?? Smart Electrical Socket Could Be Exploited…

This man was attempting to burn down a Kentucky business. Sometimes justice takes care of itself… By Stephen Sellner · August 15, 2016 Sometimes karma can come back to bite you. Other times it will light you on fire. That was the case in Madisonville, Ky., when a man was seen on video surveillance attempting…

Funds Raised for German Shepherd Stabbed in Buffalo Grove Home Invasion The German Shepherd had to undergo a costly surgery following an Aug. 10 attack. Four family members were also stabbed in the home invasion. By: Amie Schaenzer (Patch Staff) – August 15, 2016 3:22 p, ET A Buffalo Grove woman set up an online…