Latest "Security" stories

Afghan evacuees to U.S. weren’t fully vetted and dozens reportedly went missing

The issue was investigated by the Defense Department's inspector general in the wake of the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan last summer.

By James R. Webb

10 months ago

Guard Officer Luis Abreu, a Navy police officer, stands post at the Makalapa gate at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 13, 2020. (Specialist 2nd Class Charles Oki/U.S. Navy)

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam lifts lockdown following bomb threat; investigation ongoing

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, is investigating a bomb threat that prompted the base to lock down for hours.

By Rachel S. Cohen and Geoff Ziezulewicz

18 months ago

End the National Guard mission at the US Capitol

It's time for local law enforcement to assume responsibility for Capitol security, officials from the National Guard Association of the United States say.

By Michael McGuire and J. Roy Robinson

21 months ago

Trust in JBA security ‘eroded’ says base commander after gate breach, technology upgrades on the way

There will be technology upgrades to help security at Joint Base Andrews.

By Howard Altman

22 months ago

Military members are disproportionately affected by cybercrime: Here’s why and how to avoid it

Cybercriminals are targeting America's military personnel and families, but steps can be made to avoid becoming a victim.

By Zach England

2 years ago

Behold, a CAC-free future!

The Navy is testing mobile applications that promise to give sailors CAC-free access to their service records.

By Mark D. Faram

4 years ago