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Homeland Security Promotes 'See Something, Say Something'

BOSTON (AP) -- U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano is urging the public to report anything suspicious

WBZ NewsRadio 1030's Bernice Corpuz reports from South Station

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they might see while using public transportation in Massachusetts.

Napolitano joined with MBTA and other state officials on Monday to promote the existing campaign, "If You See Something, Say Something."

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"It's never this obvious," says the tag on a giant backpack at South Station Monday for the MBTA's "If You See Something, Say Something" campaign. (credit: Bernice Corpuz/CBS)

The program is funded by a $1 million grant from the Department of Homeland Security.

Riders are urged to call and report to police anything suspicious, such as an unattended package or backpack, or a package that contains batteries, wires or cell phones. They should also report any suspicious activity by groups of people.

Napolitano said there were no specific threats that prompted officials to re-launch the campaign.

The T plans to release a new video and posters to remind riders about the program.

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