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New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 hours ago

Subway crime: NYPD transit chief explains how department is shifting resources after Grand Central Station machete attack | amNewYork

A violent attack in Grand Central Station by Anthony Griffin resulted in multiple injuries and his eventual death by police intervention.
NYC real estate
fromStreetsblog New York City
14 hours ago

Ask An Insurance Industry Insider: Safe Streets Are The Best Way To Bring Down Insurance Costs - Streetsblog New York City

Personal injury lawyers and insurance companies dominate advertising, reflecting a complex system of risk assessment and cost management in insurance.
Mission District
fromMission Local
6 hours ago

SFMTA is cracking down on sidewalk parking-and in Bayview, it's coming with cops

Residents of Bayview express frustration over aggressive parking enforcement and its impact on community relations with police.
California
fromStreetsblog California
20 hours ago

Legislation Moving to Make It Easier to Build High-Rises Near Transit in CA's Seven Largest Cities - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 2074 aims to facilitate high-rise housing near transit hubs in California's largest cities by streamlining approval processes.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
9 hours ago

Question Alvin Bragg's Methods, But the Numbers Don't Lie

Shootings and murders in Manhattan have significantly decreased during Alvin Bragg's tenure as District Attorney.
Environment
fromStreetsblog USA
13 hours ago

Where the Hottest Blocks in Your City Are - And How To Cool Them Down - Streetsblog USA

A new tool helps cities identify and cool their hottest streets during heat waves to improve thermal comfort and encourage sustainable transportation.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
17 hours ago

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 hours ago

Pedestrian dead after being struck by vehicle in Mississauga: police | CBC News

A man had been hit and was pronounced dead at the scene, they said. Police said on social media that the driver and vehicle stayed behind at the scene.
Canada news
#autonomous-vehicles
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 hour ago

Most people still don't want anything to do with robotaxis

Public skepticism towards autonomous vehicles remains high despite advancements in technology and safety assurances.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 hour ago

Most people still don't want anything to do with robotaxis

Public skepticism towards autonomous vehicles remains high despite advancements in technology and safety assurances.
fromBusline News
3 hours ago

ENC Named To Washington State DES Statewide Transit Bus Contract - Busline News

Being named to the Washington State DES contract is a significant milestone for ENC and a testament to the strength of our product portfolio. This contract gives transit agencies across the region a streamlined path to American-made, Altoona-tested heavy-duty buses in every major propulsion category.
Alternative transportation
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

Fox's Lawrence Jones to Appear in Upcoming Episode of On Patrol: Live

Lawrence Jones will appear on On Patrol: Live, showcasing his ties with law enforcement and experience as a Fox & Friends co-host.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
London
fromTheregister
9 hours ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
#police-misconduct
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
12 hours ago

I-Team talks with homeless man at center of San Leandro police 'dumping' controversy

San Leandro police violently detained a homeless man, Shaquille Coleman, and dumped him seven miles away in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Police watchdog investigates handling of inquiry into Wimbledon crash that killed two schoolgirls

The IOPC is investigating 11 officers for alleged gross misconduct in handling a road crash inquiry that killed two schoolgirls.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
23 hours ago

Privacy advocates want Google to stop handing consumer data over to ICE

Google is being investigated for allegedly failing to notify users before disclosing their data to law enforcement.
Social justice
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

More than 1,000 phones seized in raid on London shop in theft crackdown

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and crime, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
21 hours ago

AG Letitia James won't seek criminal charges against cop who fatally ran over sleeping man in Queens park during U.S. Open | amNewYork

No criminal charges will be filed against the officer who struck and killed Erasmo Huerta Gonzalez in Queens during the U.S. Open.
#public-transit
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
New York City

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
#sam-altman
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
1 day ago

DOJ: Man Who Attacked Sam Altman's House Threatened to Kill Other Tech CEOs | KQED

A Texas man faces charges for attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after violent attacks at his home and company headquarters.
San Francisco
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly shooting at Sam Altman's house

Sam Altman's house may have been targeted in two violent incidents involving gunfire and a Molotov cocktail.
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
1 day ago

DOJ: Man Who Attacked Sam Altman's House Threatened to Kill Other Tech CEOs | KQED

A Texas man faces charges for attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after violent attacks at his home and company headquarters.
San Francisco
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly shooting at Sam Altman's house

Sam Altman's house may have been targeted in two violent incidents involving gunfire and a Molotov cocktail.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Getaway driver in stray bullet slay of infant Kaori Patterson-Moore is back in NYC to face charges

Matthew Rodriguez, the getaway driver in a gang shooting that killed 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, has been charged with murder after fleeing to Pennsylvania.
Data science
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Department for Transport shows how its AI system avoids bias | Computer Weekly

The UK Department for Transport developed the Consultation Analysis Tool to analyze citizen feedback using AI for greater efficiency.
NYC parents
fromMail Online
2 days ago

NYPD cop's sleeper cell' warning as NYC teen bombers are indicted

Americans in major cities should remain vigilant against potential sleeper cell attacks following recent terror incidents.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
#artificial-intelligence
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Met looking at using AI to help child abuse cases

The Metropolitan Police is considering using AI to identify victims of online child sexual abuse and categorize imagery by severity.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Met looking at using AI to help child abuse cases

The Metropolitan Police is considering using AI to identify victims of online child sexual abuse and categorize imagery by severity.
#ice
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
Washington DC

Person wanted by ICE 'nearly crushed' agent with car in Quincy, officials say

A person wanted by ICE targeted a federal agent with their vehicle during an attempted arrest in Quincy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
US politics

Video of an ICE shooting shattered the agency's story. Will it usher in accountability?

Surveillance footage undermines ICE's claims of a violent altercation during a deportation attempt in Minneapolis, raising concerns about the agency's use of force.
Washington DC
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Person wanted by ICE 'nearly crushed' agent with car in Quincy, officials say

A person wanted by ICE targeted a federal agent with their vehicle during an attempted arrest in Quincy.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Video of an ICE shooting shattered the agency's story. Will it usher in accountability?

Surveillance footage undermines ICE's claims of a violent altercation during a deportation attempt in Minneapolis, raising concerns about the agency's use of force.
Skiing
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

New Hill Bomb Event Pops Up on Telegraph Hill, Lots of Cops Show Up

A new skateboard hill-bomb event occurred on Montgomery Street, inspired by past events, but was not city-sanctioned and had more police than participants.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

TSA Agents Can't Believe Travelers Still Make These 12 Airport Security Mistakes-Plus, What to Do Instead

"The top three things that travelers can do to assist with a seamless screening experience are to be prepared, be attentive, and follow the direction of the officer providing assistance."
Fashion & style
#nypd
fromGothamist
1 day ago
New York City

Loved ones say accused Grand Central slasher, killed by NYPD, had no violent history

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Family of NJ man shot by NYPD wants time with Mamdani to talk about injuries, police reform | amNewYork

Kishan Patel's family seeks police reform and an apology from the NYPD after his shooting by an officer during a road rage incident.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
1 hour ago

NYPD cops on modified duty for wild caught-on-video Brooklyn liquor store clash with suspect

NYPD officers were placed on modified duty after a violent arrest caught on camera in a Brooklyn liquor store.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Loved ones say accused Grand Central slasher, killed by NYPD, had no violent history

Family and friends of Anthony Griffin dispute police claims about his violent behavior, expressing confusion over the incident that led to his death.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Suspect knocks down, attempts to rob couple walking near Central Park

NYPD is searching for a suspect who attempted to rob two people near Central Park, knocking them down in the process.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Family of NJ man shot by NYPD wants time with Mamdani to talk about injuries, police reform | amNewYork

Kishan Patel's family seeks police reform and an apology from the NYPD after his shooting by an officer during a road rage incident.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Inside
2 hours ago

San Jose Police Arrest Suspect for Four Assaults in Less than Two Months

David Martinez was arrested for multiple unprovoked assaults on citizens, including attacks on elderly men, and brandishing a machete.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Arrests as e-bikes, phones and machetes seized

This crackdown has seen drugs, weapons and dangerous illegal e-bikes taken off the streets. We know these offences are ones that our communities care about, and they want to see officers taking robust action.
London politics
#new-york-city
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin advocates for proactive land use planning to address housing and affordability issues.
New York City
fromDocumented
7 hours ago

How to Obtain a Disability Parking Permit in NYC - Documented

New York City offers various parking permits to assist residents with disabilities in accessing goods and services.
New York City
fromNewsday
3 days ago

New York subway stabbings leave 3 hurt as police shoot and kill knife-wielding man, officials say

A man with a machete attacked three people in a subway station before being shot by police.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin advocates for proactive land use planning to address housing and affordability issues.
New York City
fromDocumented
7 hours ago

How to Obtain a Disability Parking Permit in NYC - Documented

New York City offers various parking permits to assist residents with disabilities in accessing goods and services.
New York City
fromNewsday
3 days ago

New York subway stabbings leave 3 hurt as police shoot and kill knife-wielding man, officials say

A man with a machete attacked three people in a subway station before being shot by police.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Brooklyn woman who died in police custody had been hospitalized twice hours before succumbing: sources | amNewYork

Zamiqua Miller, 33, died in Central Booking after being hospitalized twice for illness days prior to her death.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 day ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Brooklyn woman who died in police custody had been hospitalized twice hours before succumbing: sources | amNewYork

Zamiqua Miller, 33, died in Central Booking after being hospitalized twice for illness days prior to her death.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 day ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Pre-dawn Rosemead street takeover ends with four hospitalized with gunshots

Four people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds during a street takeover in Rosemead, with all victims in stable condition as investigations continue.
#law-enforcement
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago

Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

A sheriff's deputy was filmed using a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect, prompting an internal investigation by the department.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago

Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

A sheriff's deputy was filmed using a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect, prompting an internal investigation by the department.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

London has fallen to crime and feral youth? Rubbish | Letters

Young people's presence is often misinterpreted as a threat, leading to moral panic and calls for control rather than understanding.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Police Activity Disrupts Traffic at Mission and South Van Ness

Police activity disrupted traffic at South Van Ness and Mission Street, prompting alerts and bus service interruptions.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

The expansion of automatic license plate readers as a source of deep concern is evident as government authorities seek ways to target immigrant and transgender communities.
Privacy technologies
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Unexplained death after Inglewood traffic stop sparks outcry, calls for police body cameras

Bryan Bostic died after a police stop, prompting calls for an independent investigation due to lack of information from authorities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Months after the ICE shootings in Minnesota, a federal probe remains elusive

Federal investigations into three shootings involving immigration agents in Minneapolis are stagnant, with little cooperation from federal authorities.
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Drill rap beef may be behind senseless NYC stray-bullet death of 7-month-old girl: sources

Accused gunman Amuri Greene was allegedly targeting the baby's rapper father, Jamari Patterson, when he fired into a crowd in Williamsburg on April 1, killing little Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Brooklyn
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Creepy surveillance': why some cities are shutting down Flock cameras amid privacy concerns

Residents of Dunwoody, Georgia, are protesting the city's contract with Flock Safety over privacy concerns and data ownership issues.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

How thousands of sensitive LAPD files got leaked online - and what happens next

The hacking group appears to have exploited vulnerabilities in a system used by the Los Angeles city attorney's office, enabling the group to make off with nearly 340,000 files.
Los Angeles
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Lower Manhattan subway stabbing: Man attacked during apparent robbery attempt on 4 line, cops say | amNewYork

A man was stabbed during a robbery attempt on a 4 train in Lower Manhattan, prompting a police investigation.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
1 day ago

The MTA just announced major accessibility improvements are coming to 11 subway lines this spring

Elevator upgrades across 11 subway lines aim to improve accessibility, but will cause temporary outages during the replacement process.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
#transportation
fromGothamist
2 days ago
Brooklyn

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
14 hours ago

East Side, West Side: Mamdani's DOT Will Transform 72nd Street With Protected Bike Lane, Bus Improvements - Streetsblog New York City

New bus and bike improvements for West 72nd Street will proceed despite business owners' concerns, emphasizing safety and multi-modal transportation.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

Cars will be banned from the southern edge of Grand Army Plaza to enhance pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 week ago

Key New York City DAs Back Hochul on 'Stop Super Speeders' - Streetsblog Empire State

District attorneys in New York support speed-limiting devices for repeat reckless drivers to enhance public safety and reduce traffic fatalities.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
US politics
fromFlowingData
3 weeks ago

Cities with most ICE arrests

Arrest rates vary significantly across regions, with some areas seeing increases while others, especially those with sanctuary policies, remain stable or decline.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 weeks ago

Traffic Violation! License Plate Reader Mission Creep Is Already Here

In December 2025, Georgia State Patrol ticketed a motorcyclist for holding a cell phone in his hand, captured on Flock Camera, raising concerns about ALPR misuse.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

NYC opens its first rest stop for delivery workers

"This is what the public realm is made for. This is what it means for our city to serve the people who keep it running," said New York City Parks Commissioner Tricia Shimamura.
New York City
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
#arson
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
6 days ago

Brooklyn activist pleads guilty to setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles

Jakhi McCray pleaded guilty to arson, setting fire to 11 police vehicles, causing $800,000 in damages, and faces 5 to 20 years in prison.
Brooklyn
fromNewsday
6 days ago

Brooklyn activist pleads guilty to setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles

Jakhi McCray pleaded guilty to setting fire to 11 police vehicles, causing $800,000 in damage, and faces 5 to 20 years in prison.
Brooklyn
fromThe Independent
6 days ago

Brooklyn activist pleads guilty to setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles

Jakhi McCray pleaded guilty to arson, setting fire to 11 police vehicles, causing $800,000 in damage, and faces 5 to 20 years in prison.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
6 days ago

Brooklyn activist pleads guilty to setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles

Jakhi McCray pleaded guilty to arson, setting fire to 11 police vehicles, causing $800,000 in damages, and faces 5 to 20 years in prison.
Brooklyn
fromNewsday
6 days ago

Brooklyn activist pleads guilty to setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles

Jakhi McCray pleaded guilty to setting fire to 11 police vehicles, causing $800,000 in damage, and faces 5 to 20 years in prison.
Brooklyn
fromThe Independent
6 days ago

Brooklyn activist pleads guilty to setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles

Jakhi McCray pleaded guilty to arson, setting fire to 11 police vehicles, causing $800,000 in damage, and faces 5 to 20 years in prison.
US news
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Ominous Surveillance "Scarecrows" Appearing Across America

Police technology, including COWs, is rapidly growing, with the law enforcement equipment market projected to reach $11.7 billion by 2025.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NYPD shot and killed man who slashed 3 with machete at Grand Central, officials said

A man attacked three people with a machete at Grand Central subway station before being shot by police.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

BREAKING: Police shoot stabbing suspect at Grand Central Station | amNewYork

The stabbing occurred just before 10 a.m. on April 11 on the 4/5/6 line, within the confines of NYPD Transit District 4.
New York City
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

How US police corruption actually works, according to a former NYPD cop

Former NYPD officer Mike Dowd, convicted of drug-related corruption, explains how police corruption develops within precincts and advocates for improved accountability measures.
New York City
fromInsideHook
3 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
Public health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Want more people to use public transit? Make it safer

Perceived and actual safety concerns, plus infrastructure gaps, drive people away from cycling and transit toward personal cars; safe-systems measures including enforcement are needed.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

When The Suburbs Want To Opt Out of Funding Regional Transit - Streetsblog USA

A vote six years in the making that would decimate the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system might soon be called off, potentially averting a major funding crisis for the agency - though advocates say there's more work to be done to make sure every DFW resident has the mass mobility options they deserve. Since the beginning of the decade, a handful of wealthy, sprawling suburban cities in the greater Dallas metro have been fighting
US politics
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
2 months ago

AI Surveillance Systems Are Causing a Staggering Number of Wrongful Arrests

AI surveillance in schools generates many false positive alerts, triggering arrests, involuntary detentions, and traumatic experiences for students.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

New Report Helps Journalists Dig Deeper Into Police Surveillance Technology

Surveillance technology vendors, federal agencies, and wealthy private donors have long helped provide local law enforcement "free" access to surveillance equipment that bypasses local oversight. The result is predictable: serious accountability gaps and data pipelines to other entities, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), that expose millions of... SAN FRANCISCO - California must revoke permits allowing federal agencies such as Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to put automated license plate readers along border highways,
Privacy technologies
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Cities Are Shredding Their AI Surveillance Contracts en Masse

Since the start of 2025, at least 30 cities have canceled their contracts with Flock Safety, the AI surveillance company whose CEO wants to end all crime within the decade by blanketing the country in ever-watchful security cameras. That startling figure comes courtesy of NPR, which reports that concerned activists are putting mounting pressure on cities to cut ties with the company. "We are seeing a lot more momentum," Will Freeman, a Colorado-based organizer who runs the website DeFlock.org, told the broadcaster.
Privacy professionals
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