Authorities beef up security for New Years Eve celebrations across US after FBI warnings

Public safety agencies are increasing security across the nation ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations following the FBI alert. New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square origin explainedWhat security threats are federal authorities worried about? Las Vegas police anticipate nearly 400,000 people on the Strip for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Security concerns for New Year's Eve celebrations beyond the US. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: New Years Eve celebrations across US get ramped up security and police