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BSIS schedules first SB 666 Advisory Committee meeting

As you know, BSIS announced a few weeks ago that they had selected members to the SB 666 Advisory Committee.  CALSAGA received notice last week confirming that the committee had already set its first meeting on Wednesday, April 9 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The meeting will be held at the Department of Consumers Affairs:

1625 North Market Boulevard
3rd Floor Sacramento Room
Sacramento, CA 95834

The meeting is open to the public.  To download an agenda of the meeting, click here.  While CALSAGA is unable to participate on the committee, staff will be on hand to listen in and will report back any new developments.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 31, 2008

Immigration agents arrest 49 during raids of Dallas Latino night clubs - Dallas Morning News

A task force led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested nearly 50 illegal immigrants in weekend raids of mostly Latino night clubs in Dallas.  The immigrants were working as security guards.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 30, 2008

Security guard shot; suspect killed near N.Dade Winn-Dixie - Miami Herald

A shooting outside a North Miami-Dade shopping plaza Sunday morning left a security guard wounded, a suspect dead and another on the run.

Miramar police ID suspect shot 4 times by shoe store guard - Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel

Dontrell Daniels, of Miami Gardens, remained in intensive care at Memorial Regional Hospital in Hollywood on Sunday after the shoe store's security guard fought back in the Saturday afternoon attack and shot Daniels four times

'Rowdy' shoppers hit security guards with pepper spray - WOOD-TV, Grand Rapids, MI

Two people were apprehended for spraying security officers with pepper spray or something similar at the Woodland Mall Saturday afternoon.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 29, 2008

Man dies after struggle with Pleasanton mall security guards - San Francisco Chronicle

A 32-year-old Fresno man suspected of shoplifting at a Pleasanton mall died after a struggle with security guards, police said today.

Tiger attack victim arrested as theft suspect - San Francisco Chronicle

The younger of two brothers who survived a Christmas Day tiger attack at the San Francisco Zoo was arrested on suspicion of trying to steal two video game controllers from a San Leandro store.  Store security officer Michael Marucut, dressed in plain clothes, told authorities that he witnessed the theft.

Columbus shooting puts focus on hospital security - Gaineville (GA) Times

In the wake of a fatal shooting Thursday at a Columbus hospital, many Georgia hospitals are reassessing their own security procedures.

Security rising at train depot - Kalamazoo (MI) Gazette

The Kalamazoo Transportation Center is getting a full-time Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety patrol officer to counter increased fighting and loitering at the depot, which serves bus and train passengers.  Captain Brian Uridge, Public Safety's operations commander, said hiring a private security guard would not be as effective.

Four Charged With Threatening Security Guard - Daily Dunn (NC) Record

Four people have been charged in an incident in which a security guard was threatened early Wednesday morning at Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital.

Theft suspect hits security officer - Honolulu Star-Bulletin

Police arrested a 30-year-old man who allegedly punched out a store security officer who confronted him about shoplifting.

Editorial: Use of squad cars appropriate - South Bend (IN) Tribune

The paper argues that off duty police should be allowed to use department equipment, including squad cars, while working second jobs in private security.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 28, 2008

Bloodied student accuses guard of assault - KABC-TV, Los Angeles

A high school student claims she was roughed up by a campus security officer as she tried to help a friend who had been in a fight.

York man struggles with York Hospital security - York Daily Record

A patient injured three security guards during a struggle at York Hospital on Wednesday afternoon.

Security guards stage protest at IDS; 9 arrested - Minneapolis Star-Tribune & Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal

Security guards handcuffed themselves together and encircled a kiosk in the IDS Crystal Court at noon  today to  call for a contract that includes affordable health care, and to get  representatives from five companies providing security services back to the bargaining table.

Board asks for added security for Patsy Hillman Park - Uniontown (PA) Herald Standard

The need for additional security measures continues to be an issue at Patsy Hillman Park.

Ex-con arrested in store security guard-stabbing - Oakland Tribune

A security guard at a Fruitvale district drugstore was stabbed Wednesday night by an ex-convict trying to shoplift, police said.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 27, 2008

Mom convicted for biting school security officer - Grand Rapids (MI) Press

The parent of an Ottawa Hills High School student faces as much as a year in jail after she was convicted Tuesday of an October assault on a school security officer she bit on the arm and face during a melee.

County picks private security firm for mental facilities - Oakland Tribune

The county medical board chooses private security firm over Sheriff deputies for psychiatric facility.

Security guard faces charges - Albany Herald

Police have arrested the security guard of a northwest Albany shoe store who they believe falsely reported that someone dropped from the ceiling of the store Monday night and bashed him in the head with a shotgun before robbing the store.

School security guard charged with identity theft - Jersey City Journal

Bryan Price, 40, a security officer at School 33 on Union Street, has been held in the DeKalb County Jail in Georgia, charged with identity theft for allegedly distributing counterfeit credit cards.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 26, 2008

Man runs down security guard after store refuses fix - Cambridge Chronicle 

An enraged customer at a Cambridge computer store broke the shop's front door and ran down a security guard in his car this past Saturday afternoon.

Tacoma port terminal security group, guards as odd - The News Tribune

A Tacoma Tideflats security company and its security guards are at odds over whether the guards can join the longshore union.

Quebec security guards in rotating strike - United Press International

Rotating strikes by 14,000 security guards in the Canadian province of Quebec began Tuesday, with hospitals expected to be most affected, Montreal media said.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 25, 2008

Security guard accused of assault exempt from state law - Northwest Florida Daily News

The Sandpiper Beacon security guard accused of sexually assaulting a teenage spring breaker last week was exempt from a state law requiring at least a week’s training and a nationwide criminal history check.  State officials said Shawn Wuertley did not have a Florida security license and would not have qualified for one because of his prison record. But, because he worked for the hotel and not a security company, a license was not necessary.

Security followed orders in KHS fight - The Kingman Daily Miner

Security personnel employed by Bullhead-based Guard Force follow "post orders" while on duty on school campuses.  Those orders state guards should be "in charge" and write a report on discipline issues.

Man Stabs Guard Outside Tempe Bar - KPHO-TV, Phoenix

Police released a sketch on Monday of a man sought in connection with a stabbing outside a Tempe bar that left a security guard in critical condition.

Assembly Business & Professions Committee hears SB 1209

On Monday, March 24, CALSAGA sponsored legislation, Senate Bill 1209 by Senator Abel Maldonado (R - Santa Maria) made it out of its first committee hearing on a 6-0 vote.  Although the bill still has a long way to go, we are obviously pleased that it cleared its first hurdle.

CALSAGA Legislative Chair, Randy Davis from AlliedBarton Security Services represented the association and provided brief testimony on the need for the bill. 

In the event of a state of emergency declaration by the Governor, SB 1209 would grant authority to the Bureau of Security & Investigative Services to pull security officers from neighboring states on the condition that at the very minimum, those officers have been properly background checked and have completed some form of security officer training.

CALSAGA will continue to work with all interested parties and we will keep you updated on any new developments as the bill moves forward.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 22-24, 2008

Security guards, companies to return to bargaining table - Star Tribune

It's back to the bargaining table for Twin Cities security guards and representatives of five companies providing security services after they failed to reach a contract agreement last week.

Security guard a 'watchful eye' - The Coloradoan

Old Town business owners and the workers at the Downtown Transit Center say they are pleased with the changes visible since a new security guard was added to the area.  "Overall, the environment and the atmosphere are a little more friendly and comfortable," said Carol Thomas, safety and training supervisor for the Downtown Transfort Transit Center. "It's been a good thing for us."

Security Guard Cleared In Deadly Shooting - KCTV 5, Kansas City

A Kansas City security guard will not face any charges in a deadly shooting. Prosecutors said the guard shot Anthony Trezvant in self-defense last month.

Man assaults guard with needle - News 10 Now, New York

A shoplifter who says he has AIDS tried to stab a store security guard with a needle. It happened just before 3:00 p.m. Saturday at the Price Chopper on Erie Boulevard.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 21, 2008

Federal contracting firm in bankruptcy - San Diego Union-Tribune

Even though their paychecks bounced and the company that employed them is in bankruptcy, private security guards continue to work at federal facilities around San Diego.

Sandpiper security guard denied bond - Panama City News Herald, Channel 7 News, WMBB-TV News

The unlicensed security guard accused of raping and attempting to murder a young woman on spring break in Florida is held without bail.  Some worry that the public will now be reluctant to approach security for help, but licensed security firms are assuring the public that their officers are trained, required to wear uniforms, and undergo criminal background checks.

Camden County hires security for library protection - Cherry Hill (NJ) Courier Post

The smile and "hello" from the Camden County librarian is no longer the first greeting patrons receive at local libraries. Instead, it's posted security officers searching bags and other belongings prior to entering.

CCRC takes back street- Vallejo Times-Herald

Turn down the music. Don't sit on the planter boxes. Stop hanging out on sidewalks near store entrances.  Central Core Restoration Corporation security guards have these messages for anyone loitering and being disruptive in downtown Vallejo.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 20, 2008

Guard stabbed outside Social Security office in Seattle - Seattle Times

Seattle police say a security guard was stabbed today outside a federal office by a man who was angry it was not open.  Police say at about 9 a.m., a man knocked on the door of the Social Security office (at 675 S. Lane St.) wanting to be let in. Police say the security guard opened the door and was stabbed in the head and arm.

Prosecutor says security guard acted in self defense - Kansas City Star

A security guard who shot a shoplifter to death in Brookside clearly acted in self-defense and will not be charged, Jackson County Prosecutor Jim Kanatzar said Wednesday.  The 24-year-old guard shot Anthony Trezvant, 56, three times after Trezvant stabbed him.

Jail time for security guard who shot family pet - Daily Press, Virigina

A security guard who gunned down a family pet in Fredricksburg faces jail time for the crime.  A jury in Circuit Court on Tuesday recommended 90 days in jail for Mathias Acholi. The 41-year-old was convicted of shooting a seven-year-old boxer named "Socks" at an apartment complex in October 2006.

Hotel Security Guard Sexually Assaulted Teen on Spring Break - FOX News

Shawn Wuertley, 29, was on duty at 1 a.m. when the attack allegedly occurred, police said. He took the Tuscaloosa, Ala., girl into an empty room and assaulted her, according to the police department in the popular spring break destination.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 19, 2008

Apartment Security Guard Credited With Saving Lives - KTNV - TV, Las Vegas

After a tense standoff between police and an armed man, an off-duty security guard is beind credited with saving lives.

Ex-security guard awarded $827,500 in sexual assault case - Sacramento Bee

A federal jury has awarded a woman $827,500 in damages after finding that her previous employer failed to protect her from sexual assault by a state Department of General Services manager while she worked as a security guard at department parking facilities in Sacramento.

Private security guards bust alleged pot-packing project - Sacramento Bee

Six young men were arrested Friday at a Rancho Murieta home after private security guards watched through an open window as they stuffed suspected marijuana into little plastic bags.

Deputies Suspected Of Pulling Double-Duty - Tyler (TX) Morning News

A special prosecutor has been appointed to handle the criminal investigations into a Smith County constable's security business and allegations that his deputies were being paid to work private security while on the county clock.

Port Security Officers Want To Be Armed - Fox 12 TV, Portland, OR

Port security officers say they want to be armed after one of their own was shot.

NASCO Testifies Regarding FBI Background Check Legislation

The National Association of Security Companies (NASCO) sent an email communication yesterday regarding H.R. 2703, which would amend existing law to create a third party clearing house to better facilitate access to FBI Criminal History Records Information (CHRI) checks for security guards in every state.

Click here to read the full write up that was sent from NASCO Executive Director Joe Ricci.

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 18, 2008

Security guard in Detroit accidentally shoots boy - Detroit Free Press

An 11-year-old boy was accidentally shot in the arm in Detroit on Sunday by a stray bullet meant to stop a purse snatcher.

‘Freak’ landslide crushes Auburn man - Tacoma News Tribune

Vernon L. Townsend was guarding an East Pierce County housing development. He apparently was getting out of his truck when the ground collapsed in a minilandslide, crushing him

Police say hotel security guard assaulted teen on spring break - Miami Herald, WJHG-TV, CBS4-TV

Police in Panama City Beach were searching Monday for a hotel security guard accused of sexually assaulting an 18-year-old spring breaker.

Teen flees security guard, spits at cops - Southtown Star

When a Tinley Park teen got busted Monday afternoon for stealing a bottle of cologne from Sears in Orland Park, he bolted, starting a chase that included swinging a golf club at the security guard pursuing him and ended with spitting in a cop's face.

Security Guard Accused of Sexually Assaulting Baby Charged - KHNL-TV, Honolulu

An Oahu security officer, accused of sexually assaulting a baby, is scheduled to make his first court appearance Monday.

New logo for use in your promotional materials

CALSAGA Treasurer, Brian Fagan from Royal Security Services recently suggested that we develop a new logo for member companies to use for their own promotional purposes – whether for use on your website or as part of your printed materials.

As a member of CALSAGA, we want you to be proud of your affiliation with the organization.  After all, your commitment to the association shows that you are a leader in your industry and stand by our continued effort to further professionalize the security industry.

To download the jpg image, visit the CALSAGA website by clicking here.  Once there, right click the link provided and save to your computer desktop or personal folder.  If you have any questions, please contact me at (916) 930-0552 or via email at whodges@calsaga.org.    

Daily Private Security News Clips, March 17, 2008

Bystander, 11, shot as security guard tries to stop robbery - Detroit News

A security guard attempting to thwart a robbery on the city's west side accidentally shot an 11-year-old boy Sunday afternoon.

Southern California Vice President Roy Rahn speaks at ASIS Conference

On Tuesday, March 11, CALSAGA Vice President Roy Rahn addressed attendees at the Los Angeles Chapter of American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) 2008 Annual Conference.  The two day conference, held at the Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula, brought together security industry leaders from Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange.

Rahn did an extraordinary job of updating attendees on the efforts of CALSAGA over the last few years – from our legislative work in Sacramento to our overall goal of professionalizing the security industry through increased education and awareness. 

CALSAGA also sponsored an exhibiting booth at the conference and Deputy Association Manager William Hodges was on hand to recruit new members, answer security-related questions and distribute out CALSAGA material.  We are pleased to report that we added a new PPO member and have leads on a few other potential PPO members. 

As you know, CALSAGA is in the beginning stages of rolling out our large marketing effort this year, and being more visible at conferences like the one mentioned above is an important component of our overall marketing campaign as we move forward.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 11-14, 2008

Gunmen open fire on security guard in Carson drive-by - San Jose Mercury

A security guard shot six times when gunmen opened fire from a car outside a Carson fast-food restaurant apparently wasn't the target of the drive-by shooters.  Carson High School across the street from the Jack in the Box was locked down while Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies investigated Wednesday's noontime shooting.

Pastor whose church was attacked recommends armed guards - KJCT 8, Colorado

The senior pastor at a megachurch where a gunman killed two people says he recommends that churches have armed guards.  New Life Church Pastor Brady Boyd made the comment Thursday just before convening a forum on church security.

Guard says he was injured during taser training - Philadelphia Intelligencer

Think you've got it tough at work?  Working for Bucks County was especially painful last week for six security guards who were shocked with Tasers, including at least one who filed an incident report after complaining of injuries.

Mall gunfire worries parents - Seattle Post Intelligencer

The day after a burst of gunfire at Southcenter mall transformed the popular gathering place into a crime scene, customers were back Thursday, bargain hunting in full force -- some oblivious to the recent violence that left a man hospitalized.

Shoplifter pulls knife on Target security guards - Arizona Republic

Police are searching for a man who pulled a knife on Target security guards as he tried to leave the store, according to Mesa police.  Just after 3:30 p.m., security cameras caught a man hiding items in a backpack at Target on Longmore and Southern Avenue in Mesa.

Should campus security guards be armed? - KSPR, Missouri

It's a topic being heavily debated on college campuses across the country- should security guards carry guns?  In light of several recent campus shootings, more higher education institutions are saying yes.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 10, 2008

Man arrested in IHOP shooting - The Journal, Wisconsin

A 22-year-old man who allegedly fired a gun into a crowd outside the International House of Pancakes Sunday morning has been arrested.  Brandon J. Hand was charged with possession of a firearm by a felon, recklessly endangering safety and criminal damage to property.  Racine police said two armed security guards from Racine Public Safety, were working at the IHOP, 5800 Durand Ave., Sunday morning when they heard a gunshot come from the parking lot.

New device helps contractor deter copper thieves - Arizona Republic

Nine months ago, David Wright's construction company in Phoenix was losing up to $20,000 in copper theft per project, a serious problem in Arizona that last year prompted two new laws.

Tempe hikes security at City Hall - East Valley Tribune, Arizona

Tempe is boosting security at City Hall in response to shootings at municipal buildings in other states, including the killing of five people last month in Kirkwood, Mo.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 10, 2008

Man arrested in IHOP shooting - The Journal, Wisconsin

A 22-year-old man who allegedly fired a gun into a crowd outside the International House of Pancakes Sunday morning has been arrested.  Brandon J. Hand was charged with possession of a firearm by a felon, recklessly endangering safety and criminal damage to property.  Racine police said two armed security guards from Racine Public Safety, were working at the IHOP, 5800 Durand Ave., Sunday morning when they heard a gunshot come from the parking lot.

New device helps contractor deter copper thieves - Arizona Republic

Nine months ago, David Wright's construction company in Phoenix was losing up to $20,000 in copper theft per project, a serious problem in Arizona that last year prompted two new laws.

Tempe hikes security at City Hall - East Valley Tribune, Arizona

Tempe is boosting security at City Hall in response to shootings at municipal buildings in other states, including the killing of five people last month in Kirkwood, Mo.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 8 - 9, 2008

Security Guards Charged With Thefts From Madison Mall - WISC, Wisconsin

Two former security guards at Madison's East Towne Mall are facing charges accusing them of burglarizing several businesses there during their shifts last year.

No progress in security officer talks - Minnesota

Negotiations between security companies and the union representing 800 Twin Cities security officers have broken down and management said it has made its final offer.

Slain NSU security guard remembered fondly - WVEC, Virginia

Norfolk State University paused at lunchtime to remember a local icon, a security guard found dead inside her Virginia Beach home last weekend.

Security Guard Robbed Outside Bank - KJCT8, Denver

Police are searching for three suspects following the late night robbery of a security guard outside a bank. Police Sergeant Lonnie Chavez said the guard called police at about 11:45 p.m. Wednesday to report he'd been robbed at a Wells Fargo. The guard was trying to make a late-night deposit for a Grand Junction business when he said three men wearing red bandanas attacked him.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 7, 2008

Someone's watching you - Daily Record, Florida

Decades ago in a simpler time, the concept of a hidden camera capturing the mundane activities of unsuspecting people was a novelty fit for a half-hour of television comedy each week.

Bolstering courthouse security staff - The Ledger Independent, Kentucky

Mason County Sheriff Patrick Boggs is following up on an election promise to increase manpower efficiency between normal deputy duties and courthouse responsibilities by implementing the use of court security officers.

Plan to increase school security - Chicago Sun Times

After an epidemic of school shootings and a bloody weekend for Chicago Public School students, Mayor Daley today unveiled plans to bolster school security by linking 4,500 school cameras to police districts, squad cars and the 911 emergency center.

Witnesses in Morva trial describe death of security guard - WBBT, Virginia

Emotions ran high yesterday as family and friends listened to the first day of testimony in the capital murder trial of William Morva. The Chesterfield man is charged with killing a security guard and a sheriff's deputy during his attempt to escape a Blacksburg hospital in August 2006.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 6, 2008

Security guard attacked and robbed at local bank - KJCT, Colorado

Grand Junction Police are asking for the public's help in finding 3 suspects, after a security guard was robbed late Wednesday night.

Security officer at Fargo VA medical center arrested - Grand Folks Herald

A security officer at the Fargo Veterans Administration Medical Center was arrested after a woman said he threatened to kill her, police said.

Security guards finds gunshot victim outside hospital - Oakland Tribune

20-year-old woman who suffered a gunshot wound to her chest early this morning in Richmond was expected to survive her injuries, Richmond police Lt. Mike Gormley said.  A security guard at Kaiser Richmond Medical Center found the woman sitting on a curb in front of the hospital and rendered aid, according to Gormley.

Guard shots theft suspect - Indianapolis Star

A man suspected of shoplifting hair-growth formula from a drug store was shot and wounded by a truck stop security guard following a high-speed chase in northwest Indiana.

CALSAGA conducting Legislative Day at Capitol

CALSAGA staff, lobbyist and members of the association are working the halls of the Capitol today, in an effort to raise awareness of our issues.  Meetings with key legislators and staff were scheduled throughout the day.  Check back on the blog tomorrow for a full recap.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 5, 2008

Government Buildings to Get Added Protection - Washington Post

The police force in charge of protecting most federal buildings, recently criticized as understaffed and demoralized, will soon add officers.

Illinois Valley Central looks at security - PJ Star, Illinois

A police officer will still be roaming the halls at Illinois Valley Central High School, though not on a full-time basis similar to last week after a threatening message was discovered in a boys' bathroom.

Security guards reassigned - The Jersey Journal

Two Lincoln High School security guards have been reassigned to the human resources department pending completion of an investigation into a fight that broke out Monday at the Jersey City school, an official said yesterday.

Guard shot chase suspect - Munster Times, Indiana

The man sought by Chesterton officers after a high-speed chase Monday night later was shot by a truck stop security guard in Gary, police said.  Michael A. Holmes, 36, who has addresses in Gary and Markham, Ill., faces the potential for several criminal charges after police said he led them on a 100-mph chase Monday night from Chesterton to the Gary/Lake Station area.

Kuty & Associates to host security management seminar in Las Vegas

Kuty & Associates in partnership with Team Financial Management Systems is hosting an upcoming seminar on Thursday, March 27 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. at the Westin Casuarina Hotel in Las Vegas. The seminar, “Building Blocks for Contract Security Management” will be an opportunity for attendees to learn effective marketing tactics, as well as strengthen the financial position of their company by examining insurance, legislation and unionization considerations. The cost to attend is $129, but Kuty & Associates is graciously offering a $30 discount to any CALSAGA member that attends! Attached you will find an invitation, with information on how to register, a list of speakers and much more! If you have any questions, you can contact Gary Kuty directly at gary@kutyassociates.com.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 4, 2008

Man Posing as Officer Scheduled for Court - WBTV, Charlotte

A man who is accused of posing as an officer is scheduled to be in court at 2 p.m. Monday.  Milan Krivsky was pulled over on Interstate 85 on Saturday and troopers say he had all the makings of a real officer.

Prisoner hospital security: Strengthening the weakest link, Police One

It is estimated there are two security officers for every police officer in America. How well they support one another to provide security for a prisoner receiving medical care in a private hospital is determined by a number of factors, including the security officer’s training, experience, administrative support, state and local laws — not to mention the individual attitudes of both security and police officers.

Local EMA Cheifs criticize tighter security, The Providence Journal

Since the governor gave Maj. Gen. Robert T. Bray, adjutant general of the National Guard, full control of the state Emergency Management Agency after firing its executive director over the agency’s handling of the Dec. 13 storm, local EMA officials have battled with Bray over his handling of the agency, including his demands for daily reports about resources in the communities and tighter security policies at the agency’s headquarters in Cranston.

Daily Private Security News Clips - March 1 - 3, 2008

Armed Man Fatally Shot by Security Guard - Washington Post

A private security guard shot and killed a 26-year-old man at an apartment complex near Glassmanor Elementary School in Oxon Hill yesterday morning, Prince George's County police said.

Mac security guards opt out of their union's one-day strike - Minnesota

Hundreds of security guards in the Twin Cities went on strike Monday, creating what Javier Morillo-Alicea, president of the Service Employees International Union's Local 26 branch, called a "fantastic turnout."  But Macalester's seven security guards, all employees of American Security, steered clear of picket lines during the one-day strike.

Security, staffing of COS police debated - Fresno Bee

President Bill Scroggins at the College of the Sequoias is feeling a bit exasperated with his faculty. It seems to him that they're not listening very carefully.  And it seems to some faculty the opposite is true.

Witness says security guard was killed - Tennessee

The owner of a Southeast Memphis restaurant says a security guard was shot and killed outside of his business.  The shooting happened around 1:00 a.m., Saturday, March 1, 2008, outside of a Mexican restaurant in the 4800 block of Cromwell.

Inside the job, the mind of a security guard - Battle Creek Enquirer

Ed Bickford has been guarding Battle Creek's cereal manufacturers for nearly 18 years.  The 39-year-old's job is to help protect his client from corporate espionage, theft and pesky reporters.