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How the Boston Marathon Bombing Changed the Game of Sports Security

One year ago, two bombs exploded at the Boston Marathon finish line, shocking the nation and driving international sporting event security changes

Sarah Ludwig

April 1, 2014

Now, new security protocols and a full year of planning and training guard the athletes, spectators and race course for the 2014 Boston Marathon. What did industry leaders take away from the incident?

Boston Prepares for 2014 Marathon with New Security Rules

Michael J. Soper

March 25, 2014

After more than 10 months of careful planning for the 118th running of the Boston Marathon, Boston's hotels are gearing up for record occupancy and larger-than-ever crowds of spectators both in the city and along the 26.2 mile route. This year’s Boston Marathon will be held on April 21st.

Cost of Security at 2015 Pan Am Games Jumps to $239M

March 4, 2014

Security costs for the 2015 Pan American Games in the Toronto area will be $239 million.

Boston Marathon Implements 'No Bags' Security Policy for 2014 Race

February 27, 2014

This year’s Boston Marathon will have a “no bags” policy as part of stepped-up security following last year’s deadly bombing.

Minnesota Police Groups Sue NFL Over Weapons Ban at Stadiums

February 19, 2014

The NFL is facing a lawsuit by two Minnesota law enforcement organizations challenging its authority to prohibit off-duty officers from bringing guns into stadiums.

NHL May Reconsider Sending Players to Sochi over Security Concerns

January 28, 2014

The NHL says it will reconsider sending its players to Sochi next month if something "significant" happens before Feb. 9.

NYPD Installed 200 Security Cameras for Super Bowl Week

January 27, 2014

The NYPD installed 200 temporary security cameras around midtown Manhattan in order to guard against terrorism during the city's Super Bowl activities.

Anti-Terrorism Law Expected Prior to World Cup

January 26, 2014

Lawmakers in Brazil's House of Representatives and Senate are expected to vote on a law that criminalizes terrorism in Brazil.

Metal Detectors in Major League Baseball Parks by 2015

January 21, 2014

Major League Baseball has told its 30 teams they must implement security screening for fans by 2015, either with hand-held metal detection or walk-through magnetometers.

De-Escalating Sports Venue Conflicts with the Right Tools

Paul Hughes

January 14, 2014

If you’ve never considered the safety risks of a professional security officer, placing them in a sporting venue where they are significantly outnumbered is an excellent research lab.