In a significant response to a data breach that rocked millions of its users, genetic testing company 23andMe has agreed to a $30 million settlement. The breach, which occurred in 2023, exposed sensitive data from millions of customers, leading to concerns about the company’s security protocols and its ability to safeguard personal and genetic information. Founded in 2006 by Anne Wojcicki, Linda Avey, and Paul Cusenza, …
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Want to Know a Police Officer’s Job History? There’s a New Tool for That From Invisible Institute
The nonprofit journalism organization Invisible Institute has launched a new tool that allows people to look up police employment history. The National Police Index, created in partnership with Innocence Project New Orleans and Human Rights Data Analysis Group, compiles data obtained from state police training and certification boards. The tool currently shows data in 17 states, including Illinois. …
Introduction to Wills and Estates for Family History and a CCGS Seminar
On Saturday, Oct. 12, at 9:45 am, Larry Cates will present “An Introduction to Wills and Estates for Family History.” Clallam County Genealogical Society will host the event. The program will be available via Zoom and all are invited to join. In this presentation, Cates will discuss two major ways property is passed between generations …