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Michigan Weighs Limits on How Long Flock Data Is Kept
A Michigan bill would cap retention of Flock ALPR data. Here's why data retention rules matter for your privacy.
Laws & PolicyOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: August 3, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Why Today’s ALPR Networks Watch More Than Ever Before
A new video argues Flock-style camera networks are evolving fast. Here's what that means for your privacy and what you can do.
CoverageOpen the record →
4 New License Plate Readers Spotted Near Charlotte, NC
Camera Watch flags 4 new ALPR cameras around Charlotte. Here's what that means for drivers and how to check the map yourself.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: August 2, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Flock Safety’s $8.4B Valuation and the Price of Surveillance
A soaring valuation for Flock Safety highlights how normalized ALPR surveillance has become — and why oversight can't wait.
CoverageOpen the record →
Baytown Officer Resigns Amid Flock ALPR Misuse Probe
A Baytown officer resigned as investigations continue into alleged misuse of a Flock license plate reader system.
Misuse & AbuseOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: August 1, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Savannah PD Probes 6 Employees Over ALPR Misuse Claims
Savannah Police is investigating six employees for alleged misuse of its license plate reader system — a reminder that access controls matter.
Misuse & AbuseOpen the record →
Reaction Videos Are Waking People Up to Flock Cameras
A popular reaction video revisits the Flock Safety camera debate — a reminder of why everyday drivers should understand this technology.
Council FightsOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 31, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Knoxville Lawmaker Signals Possible ALPR Bill
A Knoxville-area lawmaker is hinting at license plate reader legislation. Here's why that matters and how to weigh in.
Laws & PolicyOpen the record →
When Cutting Down Cameras Becomes a Form of Protest
Flock ALPR cameras are being vandalized nationwide. We unpack why frustration is boiling over — and better ways to push back.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 30, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
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Flock Cameras: Why ‘Praise and Concerns’ Is the Real Story
A local report on Flock ALPR cameras finds mixed reactions. Here's what that split really means for residents.
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Snowden’s Warning Applies to the Camera on Your Corner
Edward Snowden says mass surveillance is about power, not safety. That warning applies directly to ALPR networks in your town.
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Hawaii Raises ‘Big Brother’ Alarm Over AI Surveillance
Hawaii residents are voicing concern over AI-powered surveillance tools. Here's why that worry is spreading nationwide — and what you can do.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 29, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
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The Side Door: How Agencies Dodge ALPR Oversight
New reporting finds most Flock agencies run license plate searches for other departments monthly — often without logging why.
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Tennessee’s Flock Camera Debate: What’s Really at Stake
As Middle Tennessee expands its ALPR network, the debate isn't crime vs. no crime—it's accountability vs. unchecked surveillance.
Council FightsOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 28, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Knoxville Sheriff Told to Disclose Flock Policies, Keeps Cameras
KCSO can keep running Flock ALPR cameras, but officials say it must share its policies on how the system is used.
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Connecticut Pushback Shows ALPR Backlash Is Spreading
A Fox News report on Flock Safety cameras highlights growing resistance to license plate readers — and why residents everywhere should pay attention.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 27, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
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3 New Plate Readers Spotted in Brookhaven, GA
Camera Watch reports three more license plate readers near Brookhaven, GA — here's what that means for residents and what you can do.
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Flock Cameras Aren’t Just Plate Readers Anymore
The video above shows how Flock Safety's cameras have grown into a networked AI surveillance system. Here's what that means for you.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 26, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Conroe Tables Flock Camera Proposals — What It Means
Conroe City Council indefinitely tabled two Flock ALPR proposals. Here's what that pause means and how residents can stay engaged.
VictoriesOpen the record →
When Communities Fight Back Against Flock Cameras
Reports of vandalized ALPR cameras signal growing frustration with mass surveillance. Here's what's driving the backlash and what you can do instead.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 25, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
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When Frustration Turns to Sabotage: The Flock Backlash
A new report describes people disabling Flock ALPR cameras. Here's why that anger exists—and safer ways to fight back.
CoverageOpen the record →
When License Plate Cameras Become Mass Surveillance
A new video asks how Flock Safety's ALPR network has grown so fast — and what that growth means for ordinary drivers.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 24, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
1,000 Police Drone Programs, Zero Federal Privacy Rules
Autonomous police drones have spread to roughly 1,000 U.S. agencies while Congress has yet to set any national privacy floor for how they're used.
Police DronesOpen the record →
Congress Takes Aim at Federal Access to Flock Cameras
A member of Congress is scrutinizing federal use of Flock ALPR networks — why that oversight matters for your privacy.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 23, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Salisbury Defends Flock Cameras as Privacy Concerns Mount
Salisbury officials are defending their Flock ALPR network as residents raise privacy concerns. Here's what everyday people should know.
CoverageOpen the record →
Why Your County’s Law Enforcement Committee Meetings Matter
A raw meeting recording from Trempealeau County is a reminder: ALPR decisions are made in rooms like this one, open to anyone who shows up.
Laws & PolicyOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 22, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Florida’s Flock Boom: Security Tool or Surveillance Net?
As Flock cameras multiply across Florida, a new report asks the question every resident should: security or surveillance?
CoverageOpen the record →
The Hidden Camera Grid Tracking Every Driver in America
A quiet network of license plate cameras logs where you drive. Here's why that matters and what you can do about it.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 21, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
58 ALPR Cameras Reportedly Removed Near Conway, AR
A tracker reports 58 license plate reading cameras removed near Conway, Arkansas. Here's what that kind of shift can mean for residents.
VictoriesOpen the record →
When Communities Push Back: Flock Cameras Under Fire
Frustration with ALPR surveillance is boiling over—some are vandalizing cameras, others are pushing cities to cancel contracts. Here's a better path.
VictoriesOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 20, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Kaukauna Drops Flock Safety Contract Amid Privacy Debate
A Wisconsin city has ended its Flock Safety ALPR contract as regional privacy concerns grow. Here's what that means and what to watch next.
VictoriesOpen the record →
What Are Flock Cameras? The Plain-Language Explainer
A quick breakdown of how Flock's license plate cameras work, why they raise privacy concerns, and what you can do about it.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 19, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
6 ALPR Cameras Reported Removed Near Fort Wayne, IN
Six license plate readers near Fort Wayne have reportedly been taken down. Here's what that means and why camera counts matter.
VictoriesOpen the record →
Safety or Surveillance? The Flock Debate, Explained
A new video digs into Flock Safety's license plate readers and the Fourth Amendment. Here's why the question matters to you.
Courts & LawsuitsOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 18, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
NC Highways Get Green Light for Mass ALPR Surveillance
A new report says license plate surveillance has been authorized across North Carolina's highways and state roads. Here's what that likely means for drivers.
CoverageOpen the record →
93,905 Cameras: What a National Flock Map Reveals
A new animated map shows Flock Safety's ALPR network spreading across nearly every U.S. state. Here's why the scale matters.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 17, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Flock Is Coming to Your Town. Here’s What You Can Actually Do
CNET asked experts what to do about Flock's AI cameras. Here's the plain-language version — and real steps you can take.
New DeploymentsOpen the record →
Your License Plate Isn’t So Simple Anymore
A plain-language look at how Flock's ALPR cameras track ordinary drivers, and why that quiet shift in your license plate's purpose deserves scrutiny.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 16, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
Santa Fe Police Tout ALPR Arrest — But Questions Remain
Santa Fe Police released video showing a license plate reader helped make an arrest. Here's what that claim should — and shouldn't — tell you.
CoverageOpen the record →
What’s Really Behind Flock Safety’s Marketing?
A new video probes Flock Safety's business practices. Here's why the gap between marketing and reality matters for your town.
CoverageOpen the record →
Surveillance Daily: July 15, 2026
The 5 surveillance stories that matter today, with our take on each.
CoverageOpen the record →
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