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KSU expands campus surveillance with new security cameras

Alexis Hood, Beat Reporter • May 3, 2026

New security cameras are now in operation across Kent State University’s campus following a state grant aimed at strengthening campus safety, according to university and state officials. The additions...

The Ring doorbell Super Bowl ad: Why Americans are concerned

Emilia Jacobson, Columnist • March 17, 2026

Fear-plagued social media after the Super Bowl Ring doorbell ad ran a campaign for their Search Party feature, one that allowed you to share your camera footage with your neighbors. With the Apple AirPods...

Capitol Hill security increased around chatter about March 4 conspiracies

Whitney Wild and Jim Sciutto, CNN • March 3, 2021

(CNN) -- Information provided by the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security warns of increased chatter among extremists, including members of the Three Percenters extremist group, discussing possible...

Kent State’s Annual Security Report shows a decrease in typically highly committed crimes

Madisyn Woodring Reporter • February 25, 2021

Kent State’s main campus had fewer arrests and reports for several types of crimes in 2019 compared to 2018, according to the newest Kent State University Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report.The...

Two House Republicans fined $5,000 each for not completing security screening to enter House floor

Kristin Wilson and Annie Grayer, CNN • February 7, 2021

(CNN) -- Two Republican lawmakers are the first members of Congress to be fined for violating the new security measures off of the House floor since the fines were instated earlier this week, CNN has...

Faculty leaders hold second town hall to address questions on reopening of campus, COVID concerns

Troy Pierson, reporter • August 4, 2020

Kent State faculty members and administrative leaders held a second town hall meeting on Aug. 3 to address additional concerns regarding the reopening of campus and procedures related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Interim...

Hackers use email scams, social media to steal personal information

Paige Bennett • October 9, 2018

Would you know if a hacker stole your personal information?While most people would like to believe so, it’s usually not the case, said Kambiz Ghazinour, an assistant professor in the Department of Computer...

Kent State spends $65k for security measures during open-carry event

Laina Yost and Brandon Bounds • October 8, 2018

President Beverly Warren announced on Monday afternoon that Kent State spent $65,000 on security measures for last month’s open–carry walk.Kent State University Police, Kent City Police and the Ohio...

Pro-Israel writer speaks on campus despite raised concerns

Laina Yost • October 24, 2017

In the midst of security concerns and intolerance, conservative author David Horowitz spoke on campus Tuesday night, defending Israel and criticizing Palestine.Students Supporting Israel at Kent State,...

Kent State named 11th safest campus

Madison MacArthur • September 8, 2017

The Council for Home Safety and Security recently named Kent State the 11th safest campus in the nation.The study looked at a total of 2,167 schools with an enrollment of over 15,000 students.Chief of...

Apple remains in dark how FBI hacked iPhone without its help

Tami Abdollah, Associated Press • March 29, 2016

The FBI's announcement that it mysteriously hacked into an iPhone is a public setback for Apple Inc., as consumers suddenly discover they can't keep their most personal information safe. Meanwhile, Apple remains...

App brings safety into modern age

Katie Chilson • April 29, 2015

One in five women will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime.That’s the statistic Preet Anand, the CEO of BlueLight, heard when he decided he wanted to enhance safety.BlueLight is a safety app that...