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2 months ago

Macy’s Thanksgiving parade could be target of terrorist threats, officials warn

The 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade may be an attractive target for both foreign and domestic terroristic violence, according to a joint threat assessment.
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3 months ago

Afghan national charged with ISIS Election Day terror plot: Justice Department

Nasir Tawhedi, 27, is alleged to have amassed weapons as part of a plot allegedly designed to spark fear in Americans as they went to the polls, the Justice Department said Tuesday.
3 months ago
4 months ago

US dealing with 'heightened threat environment': Mayorkas

Threats from both at home and abroad are worrisome, senior officials from the Department of Homeland Security, the FBI and members of Congress say.
4 months ago
4 months ago

DOJ indicts 2 alleged leaders of white supremacists 'terrorgram' chat group

ABC News' Pierre Thomas reports that the DOJ indicted two leaders of a white supremacist chat group, alleging they solicited terrorist attacks and plotted to kill "high value" targets around the world
4 months ago
4 months ago

DOJ indicts 2 alleged white supremacist group leaders on federal crimes

The Department of Justice has indicted two alleged leaders of a white supremacist "terrorgram" chat group with federal crimes, including the killing of a federal officer.
4 months ago
9 months ago

FBI Director Wray says he fears domestic terror attack

Christopher Wray told the House Appropriations Committee Thursday there has been a heightened level of threats toward the U.S.
9 months ago
9 months ago

FBI director concerned about lone wolf attack

FBI Director Christopher Wray says he's concerned a lone wolf or small groups will draw "twisted inspiration" from events in the Middle East or Russia.
9 months ago
9 months ago

Idaho man arrested for planning attacks on churches in support of ISIS

The Justice Department announced the arrest of a man they say planned to carry out attacks on churches over the weekend after pledging support to the terror group ISIS.
9 months ago
9 months ago

Idaho man charged in alleged terror plot

The FBI claims 18-year-old Alexander Mercurio was on the verge of conducting an alleged terror plot involving attacks on multiple churches in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
9 months ago
10 months ago

FBI director warns of 'dangerous individuals' coming across southern border

The six intelligence chiefs testified about "worldwide threats" on Monday.
10 months ago
10 months ago

Intel chiefs warn about new threats

The U.S.' top intelligence officials warned about Russia's war in Ukraine and expressed concerns China may use AI to interfere with U.S. elections, among other issues, at a hearing on Capitol Hill.
10 months ago
1 year ago

US on heightened alert for Halloween

The NYPD is on high alert for the annual Halloween parade. The event is a particular concern for security as Israeli forces attack Gaza.
1 year ago
1 year ago

Hamas militants 'may potentially' try crossing southern border, US officials warn

Hamas and Hezbollah militants associated with the Israel-Hamas war “may potentially be encountered at the southwest border," U.S. Customs and Border Protection warned
1 year ago
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Law enforcement remains on high alert across the country

Despite no credible threats, law enforcement officials have not been taking any chances since the beginning of the Israel-Gaza conflict.
1 year ago
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Heightened security in US

Officials are on alert for any fallout after Israel declares war with Hamas. Security is ramping up at sensitive sites, including synagogues from New York to Los Angeles.
1 year ago
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To help curb terrorism and violence threats, DHS awards $20M to local communities

The Department of Homeland Security on Wednesday announced $20 million in grant funding aimed at preventing targeted violence and terrorism in the United States.
1 year ago
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Urgent manhunt for Proud Boys member

Christopher Worrell disappeared just days before his sentencing for pepper spraying a police officer during the Jan. 6 riot.
1 year ago
2 years ago

Michigan AG sounds alarm on domestic terrorism after militia members are sentenced

The Michigan AG says domestic terrorism is one of the biggest threats in the U.S. after last week's sentencing of two men who plotted to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
2 years ago
3 years ago

House to vote on domestic terrorism bill

It's not clear if the bill has enough Republican support to pass the Senate.
3 years ago
3 years ago

'Rise of the Moors': What to know about the group

Eleven people armed with long guns who claimed to be a part of group called "Rise of the Moors" were arrested following a standoff with Massachusetts police Saturday.
3 years ago
4 years ago

Timothy McVeigh inspiring new generation of hate-filled 'monsters': FBI records

In several recent FBI investigations, the Oklahoma City bomber has appeared.
4 years ago
4 years ago

DHS alert warns of domestic terror threat

The Department of Homeland Security warns of more possible violence in wake of the Capitol siege.
4 years ago
5 years ago

DOJ watchdog faults FBI investigations into 'homegrown violent extremists'

The DOJ's inspector general released a report identifying significant issues with how the FBI handled investigations into so-called 'homegrown violent extremists.'
5 years ago
5 years ago

New Jersey facing 'high' level of threat from extremist groups in 2020, officials say

Homeland security officials in New Jersey are warning residents of the potential terrorism threats the state faces from extremist and white supremacist groups.
5 years ago
5 years ago

Woman sentenced for plotting bomb attack inside US

A Queens woman who pleaded guilty last August to plotting to build a bomb for a terrorist attack inside the U.S. was sentenced to 15 years in prison Thursday.
5 years ago
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Truck driver arrested after allegedly threatening to commit church mass shooting: FBI

A truck driver, Thomas McVicker, was arrested for threatening to commit mass shooting at a Memphis church.
5 years ago
5 years ago

7 key questions about the threat of domestic terrorism in America

The El Paso mass shooting and other attacks deemed "domestic terrorism" have renewed questions about the threat and whether U.S. authorities have the tools to stop it.
5 years ago