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News Analysis LA Mayor Calls for LAPD to Drop Flock Safety Contract Los Angeles's mayor is pushing LAPD to end its Flock Safety ALPR contract, reigniting the debate over camera surveillance and accountability. August 8, 2026 Read →

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