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Federal Surveillance of Illinois Drivers Sparks State Crack Down on License Plate Data

Aug

2025

Federal Surveillance of Illinois Drivers Sparks State Crack Down on License Plate Data

The Illinois Secretary of State, Alexi Giannoulias, has initiated a significant response to federal surveillance practices involving the state's automatic license plate reader (ALPR) system. Following an audit revealing unauthorized access by a federal agency to Illinois license plate data, Giannoulias has ordered the immediate cessation of such access, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over privacy and surveillance in the state.

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Community Concern Surrounds "Flock Camera" Installation

Aug

2025

License Plate Readers

Community Concern Surrounds "Flock Camera" Installation

The Eugene Police Department (EPD) has initiated a contract with Flock Safety to install 57 license plate recognition cameras throughout Eugene, Oregon, in an effort to address increasing crime rates. While the EPD emphasizes the potential benefits of enhanced public safety, community members have raised significant concerns regarding privacy and the implications of surveillance technology.

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Sedona Council Orders Shutdown of License Plate Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns

Aug

2025

License Plate Readers

Sedona Council Orders Shutdown of License Plate Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns

The Sedona City Council has voted to indefinitely shut down its automated license plate reader (ALPR) program following intense discussions centered around privacy, surveillance, and public safety. This decision reflects growing concerns among residents regarding the implications of such surveillance technologies on civil liberties.

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Flock 'License Plate Readers' Become Latest Traffic Enforcement Controversy

Aug

2025

License Plate Readers

Flock 'License Plate Readers' Become Latest Traffic Enforcement Controversy

Flock Safety's automated license plate readers (ALPRs) have sparked significant controversy due to allegations of privacy violations and misuse by law enforcement. As cities increasingly adopt these technologies for traffic enforcement, concerns about warrantless surveillance and potential abuses have intensified, prompting scrutiny from civil rights organizations.

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Austin Votes on $2M AI Park Surveillance in 48 Hours

Aug

2025

Surveillance

Austin Votes on $2M AI Park Surveillance in 48 Hours

Austin is set to vote on a $2 million AI surveillance camera project in parks, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties. Louis Rossmann urges citizens to oppose this initiative, emphasizing the need for public awareness and participation in local politics to prevent invasive surveillance measures.

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CBP Had Access to More Than 80,000 Flock AI Cameras Nationwide

Aug

2025

License Plate Readers

CBP Had Access to More Than 80,000 Flock AI Cameras Nationwide

Public records reveal U.S. Customs and Border Protection had direct access to over 80,000 Flock AI license plate reader cameras, often without local police knowledge.

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Cohn: Trump Is Building 'One Interface to Rule Them All.' It's Terrifying.

Aug

2025

Surveillance

Cohn: Trump Is Building 'One Interface to Rule Them All.' It's Terrifying.

In an opinion piece by Cohn, the alarming implications of President Trump's initiative to create a centralized database of sensitive information on all Americans are explored. This initiative, in collaboration with Palantir, raises significant concerns about privacy and the potential for authoritarian misuse of data.

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Taxpayer Funded AI Surveillance: Why Flock's 30000 Cameras Have to Go

Aug

2025

Surveillance

Taxpayer Funded AI Surveillance: Why Flock's 30000 Cameras Have to Go

This video explores the implications of Flock's AI-powered surveillance cameras, which are funded by taxpayers. It discusses their capabilities, potential for abuse, and the arguments for and against their installation in cities. The author argues that these cameras represent a significant invasion of privacy and should be opposed by citizens.

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Mountlake Terrace Residents Continue to Resist Security Cameras Amid ICE Raids

Aug

2025

License Plate Readers

Mountlake Terrace Residents Continue to Resist Security Cameras Amid ICE Raids

Residents of Mountlake Terrace are expressing significant opposition to the city's recent decision to install new security cameras, specifically the Flock Safety cameras. Concerns have been raised regarding the potential misuse of these cameras by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to track individuals, particularly those from immigrant communities. This article examines the residents' objections, the city's response, and the broader implications of surveillance technology in local governance.

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