28
Aug
2025
28
Aug
2025
Surveillance
Town Employees Used Houlton's Surveillance Cameras to Look Up People
The town of Houlton, Maine, is facing scrutiny after reports revealed that town employees frequently accessed surveillance cameras to look up individuals, sometimes at odd hours, including as late as 3 a.m. This practice raises concerns about privacy and the appropriate use of public surveillance technology.
4 min read
27
Aug
2025
Surveillance
Rehoboth Issues Report on Use of AI-Powered Cameras
Rehoboth Beach has recently implemented AI-powered license plate readers to enhance vehicle identification and security. Following public concerns regarding privacy and data use, the city has issued a transparency report detailing the data collected by these systems. This initiative reflects a growing trend in municipal surveillance technology, raising important ethical questions about privacy and the implications for residents and visitors.
4 min read
27
Aug
2025
License Plate Readers
Norman Faces Pressure to Halt Flock Cameras Over Privacy Concerns
The city of Norman, Oklahoma, is under scrutiny as the Institute for Justice (IJ) advocates against the installation of Flock Safety cameras due to privacy concerns. These automated license plate readers (ALPRs) are designed to enhance public safety but have raised significant questions regarding surveillance and civil liberties.
3 min read
27
Aug
2025
License Plate Readers
Evanston Shuts Down License Plate Cameras, Terminates Contract With Flock Safety
The City of Evanston has officially deactivated its automated license plate readers (ALPRs) and terminated its contract with Flock Safety, a decision driven by an audit revealing that the company was unlawfully sharing Illinois data with federal agencies. This move raises significant concerns about privacy and data security, reflecting broader issues surrounding law enforcement's use of technology.
3 min read
27
Aug
2025
Scams
Fake Parking Tickets Reported in the Shreveport
The Shreveport Police Department (SPD) is currently investigating a concerning trend of fake parking tickets being placed on vehicles throughout the city. This issue raises significant concerns about public trust and safety, prompting authorities to take action to identify and apprehend those responsible.
3 min read
26
Aug
2025
Surveillance
Breaking the Creepy AI in Police Cameras
This video explores the implications of AI surveillance through police cameras, focusing on how third-party companies like Flock Safety track vehicles and share data with law enforcement. It discusses the technology behind these systems, the potential for misuse, and the lack of accountability in data handling, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties.
1 min read
26
Aug
2025
License Plates
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.
3 min read
26
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.
4 min read