Justice & Public Safety
-
County commissioners approved a contract that will begin with a free nine-month pilot, but could extend to a three-year, $2.5 million pact. Residents voiced a variety of concerns about the drone program. -
The extent of the data breach is still unclear, and city officials have said they are investigating to find out what was taken, who was responsible and how the city’s cybersecurity was compromised.
-
The town Select Board unanimously approved appropriating the funds to outfit 50 police officers with the cameras and software. The cost also includes record retention equipment.
More Stories
-
Despite concerns of some members, the Niagara Falls City Council voted unanimously to approve a request by police to purchase and install two dozen pole-mounted cameras capable of reading license plates.
-
As part of its proposed 2025-2026 fiscal year budget, Maggie Valley Police Department is seeking funding for the two cameras. Their installation would connect the department to data from a national camera network.
-
As some public safety agencies are experiencing more flexibility and speed in getting waivers from the Federal Aviation Administration for advanced drone programs, experts predict the use of UAS to rapidly rise.
-
As anger builds toward public-sector officials, at least one online privacy data company is reporting increased interest in its services. The company’s leader discusses his response to the current tension.
-
Two dozen new outdoor cameras capable of reading license plates may soon be in operation at locations selected by the police department across the city of Niagara Falls.
-
The state has rolled out access to real-time aerial surveillance technology to all Ohio law enforcement agencies. The technology includes live video feeds and infrared capabilities, and could transform suspect searches.
-
State legislators have introduced a bill that would activate mobile or digital driver’s licenses, and ID cards. The benefits, a sponsoring state senator said, include streamlining identification and age verification.
-
The city’s commission has approved the purchase of three drones at a cost of more than $15,000. Police, who have 10 licensed drone pilots, will use them in searches, rescues, and to follow fleeing suspects.
-
The advanced cameras — which have faced criticism over privacy concerns — are being installed in southwest Dallas, and officials say they will combat violent crime and bolster public safety.
-
Emergency services must develop strong crisis communication plans to effectively combat misinformation and ensure that accurate, timely info is reaching the public.
-
The new bill introduced to Michigan's House of Representatives will require Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers to wear body cameras.
-
New Yorkers may soon have a much better understanding of how the NYPD uses technology to conduct surveillance, track cellphones and maintain its facial recognition database.
-
A new crime victim rights web page launched by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel aims to educate crime victims of their rights and guide them through the legal process after a crime is reported.
-
As more police agencies and other operations turn to drones, the skies are increasingly crowded with the machines. Involi’s new platform, now operating in Dallas, uses real-time data to help keep those skies safe.
-
Tucked away in a small room, a band of data analysts are putting technology to use to help solve crimes in real time — without leaving their desks.
-
In a major belt-tightening measure, Police Chief Thomas Morse Jr. said he's ending a $400,000 annual contract with a company that's provided the city for 18 years with sensor technology.
-
The Eureka City Council tossed a contract to install 21 automated license plate reader cameras throughout the city at a Tuesday meeting, with a vote that came after public opposition to the tech.
-
A global survey of law enforcement reveals the top tech tools, from those empowering criminals to those aiding law enforcement. The North American data reveals unique challenges and priorities.
Most Read
- Virtual Learning Boomed, but Now States Struggle to Govern It
- Yuma County, Ariz.’s New CIO Hails From the City of Yuma
- Funding California IT Like Other Types of Infrastructure
- Is there a bike bell that you can hear even with noise-canceling headphones?
- Casper, Wyo., Will Use AI to Analyze Police Bodycam Footage
