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Games
fromKotaku
2 hours ago

Police Arrest Man Who Threatened To Blow Up Nintendo

A 27-year-old man was arrested for sending Nintendo bomb threats, admitting to sending letters, though no devices were found.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
14 hours ago

Man hit by L.A.-bound plane on Denver runway is ID'd. Questions on his motivation swirl

A man who entered an airport runway was fatally struck by a Frontier plane engine after jumping a barbed-wire fence; death was ruled suicide.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Walrus
1 day ago

Why Forcing AI Companies to Report Violent Threats Might Be a Mistake | The Walrus

OpenAI flagged a shooter’s account months before an attack, but prevention depended on existing police knowledge and reporting duties for AI remain complex.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

U.S. Honor Flag to be deployed to Mass. for fallen trooper's memorial

A U.S. Honor Flag memorial is traveling to Massachusetts to honor fallen State Trooper Kevin Trainor, with funeral services in Salem and police road closures.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Says Attorney General Kept Me Out of Jail for Years'

Todd Blanche was praised for keeping Trump out of jail, with Trump crediting him for years of avoiding indictments and court losses.
#defamation
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
Independent films

South Florida officers sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, claiming details in 'The Rip' are too real

Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Miami sheriff's deputies sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon over The Rip movie

Two Miami-Dade deputies sue Matt Damon and Ben Affleck over Netflix’s The Rip, claiming the portrayal makes them appear to be dirty cops.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago
Independent films

South Florida officers sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, claiming details in 'The Rip' are too real

Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Miami sheriff's deputies sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon over The Rip movie

Two Miami-Dade deputies sue Matt Damon and Ben Affleck over Netflix’s The Rip, claiming the portrayal makes them appear to be dirty cops.
SF parents
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

The Fate of Twenty-one Los Angeles Siblings

Twenty-one children were found in a mansion after a two-month-old suffered severe head injuries consistent with abuse, leading to arrests and ongoing state custody.
#immigration
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
NYC politics

From immigrant dream to NYPD legacy: A father and son's story of service

An immigrant’s pursuit of the American dream led to a long NYPD career, inspiring his son to value public service.
NYC parents
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

The Stories of ICE's Brutal Treatment of Children Are Piling Up. The Effects Are Devastating.

Trump's immigration policies are causing significant harm to children and communities, leading to increased adversarial relationships with law enforcement.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

From immigrant dream to NYPD legacy: A father and son's story of service

An immigrant’s pursuit of the American dream led to a long NYPD career, inspiring his son to value public service.
NYC parents
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

The Stories of ICE's Brutal Treatment of Children Are Piling Up. The Effects Are Devastating.

Trump's immigration policies are causing significant harm to children and communities, leading to increased adversarial relationships with law enforcement.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Hesperia High School wrestling coach Arrested in child sex investigation

A Hesperia High School wrestling coach was arrested on a child sex investigation charge of lewd and lascivious acts with a child.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

How MAGA Sheriff Chad Bianco is shaking up the 2026 California gubernatorial primary

Chad Bianco campaigns for California governor on a tough-on-crime platform rooted in his sheriff record, blaming Democrats and seeking expanded enforcement and deportations.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
5 days ago

SCSJ On the Criminalization of Poverty

Aggressive policing and regressive laws criminalize poverty, increasing incarceration and forced institutionalization while reducing community safety and homelessness support.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Fiancee of fallen Trooper Kevin Trainor shares heartfelt message

A Massachusetts state trooper died responding to a wrong-way driver call, and his fiancée shared a tribute praising his courage and love.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Day Around the Bay: 23 People Charged In Sunday's Bay Bridge Dirt Bike Takeover

Legionella outbreak at Kaiser Santa Clara Medical Center infected 18 people after contaminated water mist spread the illness.
US news
fromtheregister
6 days ago

Hungarian cops cuff suspected swatter after two-year FBI probe

A swatting hoax in Rhode Island led to armed police response, and a Hungarian man was arrested after investigators traced and identified him via digital evidence.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Wrong-way driver in crash that killed Mass. state trooper identified

A wrong-way driver killed Massachusetts State Trooper Kevin Trainor in Lynnfield; a fundraiser has raised over $42,000 for his family.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Dozens of cruise ship workers, including from Disney, linked to child pornography, feds say

Officers with U.S. Customs and Border Protection boarded eight cruise ships between April 23 and April 27 and interviewed 28 workers as part of an ongoing investigation, federal officials said in a statement. During the interviews, officers confirmed that 27 of the 28 individuals had either received, sent, possessed or transported child pornography, according to the statement.
US news
Privacy technologies
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Guardian view on facial recognition technology: mistaken identities are a political issue | Editorial

Live facial recognition technology deployed by police raises significant privacy and oversight concerns despite government claims of safety for law-abiding citizens.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Federal authorities arrest 18 for alleged drug distribution around Los Angeles park

Federal authorities arrested 18 people for selling fentanyl and methamphetamine around MacArthur Park in Los Angeles, seizing 40 pounds of fentanyl from a single home.
#police-shooting
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Police fire shots on 210 Freeway during pursuit in Sylmar; lane closures snarl traffic

A police shooting occurred on the 210 Freeway in Sylmar during a pursuit of a suspect with a felony warrant.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Police fire shots on 210 Freeway during pursuit in Sylmar; lane closures snarl traffic

A police shooting occurred on the 210 Freeway in Sylmar during a pursuit of a suspect with a felony warrant.
Washington DC
fromABC7 Chicago
6 days ago

Texas man charged in DC shooting was walking along the path of Vance's motorcade, agent says

A Texas man fired at law enforcement near the Washington Monument while positioned along Vice President Vance's motorcade route, injuring a bystander before being shot by officers.
SF parents
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

London teen who threatened prom jailed for possessing terrorist material

A teenager was jailed for terrorism-related offenses, stalking, and making indecent images, including bomb-making materials and extremist content.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Feds sweep into MacArthur Park in operation against 'open-air drug market'

Federal and local enforcement conducted a raid targeting an open-air drug market in MacArthur Park, involving dozens of armed agents and LAPD officers.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
6 days ago

Father and daughter plead guilty in $2m counterfeit art scheme

"For years, these defendants painted themselves as purveyors of fine art while selling lies on canvas to unsuspecting collectors," said Joseph Nocella Jr, a US attorney for the Eastern District of New York. "The duo's convictions strip away the varnish and reveal the fraud underneath."
Arts
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

Rosen: Santa Clara County's invisible police squad saves lives - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's District Attorney's Bureau of Investigation plays a crucial role in combating gun violence and other crimes.
Mission District
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Man convicted of shooting police officer

Jeffrey Choy was convicted of attempted murder for the non-fatal shooting of a Mountain View police officer during a traffic stop.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Search warrant served at home connected to Kristin Smart's killer

Law enforcement continues to search for Kristin Smart's remains, serving a warrant at Paul Flores' mother's home as part of the investigation.
#australia
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Police say Australian women with alleged IS ties face charges on return from Syria

Australian women with ties to Islamic State will face arrests and investigations upon returning from Syria.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Australia says 13 IS-linked citizens to fly back from Syria

Thirteen Australians linked to Islamic State plan to return home from Syria, facing potential arrests and no government assistance upon arrival.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Women and children from alleged IS-linked families about to return to Australia from Syria, Tony Burke says

Four Australian women and nine children linked to Islamic State are returning home, facing potential legal consequences for their past actions.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Police say Australian women with alleged IS ties face charges on return from Syria

Australian women with ties to Islamic State will face arrests and investigations upon returning from Syria.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Australia says 13 IS-linked citizens to fly back from Syria

Thirteen Australians linked to Islamic State plan to return home from Syria, facing potential arrests and no government assistance upon arrival.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Women and children from alleged IS-linked families about to return to Australia from Syria, Tony Burke says

Four Australian women and nine children linked to Islamic State are returning home, facing potential legal consequences for their past actions.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

After grenade kills 3 L.A. sheriff's detectives, D.A. considers charges. Against who isn't clear

The L.A. County district attorney is considering criminal charges related to the grenade explosion that killed three bomb squad detectives.
East Bay (California)
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Police trap horde of riders on dirt bikes, ATVs on Bay Bridge following unruly street takeovers

Police seized over 70 dirt bikes and ATVs on the Bay Bridge, arresting nine individuals during a two-month operation targeting reckless riders.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Hate crime prosecutions to be fast-tracked after antisemitic attacks

Hate crime prosecutions will be fast-tracked to address rising antisemitic incidents in England and Wales.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Shot in the head and face at L.A. 'No Kings' protest, two young men are now seeking justice

Two protesters were injured by less-lethal projectiles during protests in Los Angeles and are seeking justice through lawsuits against law enforcement agencies.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Uber driver accused of attempted murder of officer, holding woman hostage for 9 hours

An Uber driver was arrested for dragging a deputy and holding a woman hostage after fleeing a traffic stop.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Reckless Drivers, Reckless Pols Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Politicians often evade accountability for traffic violations due to protective laws and their connections, leading to a culture of impunity among super speeders.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Person shot by law enforcement near Washington Monument, Secret Service says

An individual was shot by law enforcement near the Washington Monument, prompting a lockdown of the White House.
#ice
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Brooklyn ICE protest: Immigrant man had been violently pulled from car by feds hours before hospital chaos | amNewYork

fromAol
1 week ago
NYC politics

Eight arrested after anti-ICE protesters clash with cops outside New York hospital

fromAol
1 week ago
New York City

Eight arrested after anti-ICE protesters clash with cops outside New York hospital

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Brooklyn ICE protest: Immigrant man had been violently pulled from car by feds hours before hospital chaos | amNewYork

ICE agents' arrest of Chidozie Wilson Okeke sparked protests outside Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn.
NYC politics
fromAol
1 week ago

Eight arrested after anti-ICE protesters clash with cops outside New York hospital

Protests erupted outside a Brooklyn hospital as demonstrators attempted to prevent ICE agents from taking a detainee, leading to clashes with police.
New York City
fromAol
1 week ago

Eight arrested after anti-ICE protesters clash with cops outside New York hospital

Protests erupted outside a Brooklyn hospital as demonstrators supported a detainee being taken by ICE agents, leading to clashes with police.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
1 week ago

Masked ICE agents drag detainee into hospital sparking pepper spray chaos

Protests erupted at a Brooklyn hospital after ICE arrested an undocumented immigrant during an enforcement operation.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Man shot by ICE in Central Valley charged with assaulting federal agents

A Salvadoran man was indicted for assaulting ICE agents after a shooting incident during an immigration operation.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

JUST IN: Secret Service Confirms Shooting Near White House Complex Amid Reports of Partial Lockdown

An officer-involved shooting occurred near the White House, resulting in one individual shot and another injured.
Washington DC
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Person shot near Washington Monument, US Secret Service says

The White House was briefly locked down after an individual was shot by law enforcement near the Washington Monument.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 week ago

SFPD brings first man, in handcuffs, to RESET sobering center

San Francisco's new 24-hour sobering center opened, allowing police to deliver intoxicated individuals instead of sending them to hospitals or jails.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 week ago

No one knows what S.F.'s new drug RESET center will do

San Francisco's new 24-hour drunk tank, the RESET center, aims to provide an alternative to jail for intoxicated individuals but faces operational confusion.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Multiple arrests, dozens of ATVs and dirt bikes recovered on Bay Bridge after takeover attempt

Law enforcement seized over 70 illegal ATVs and dirt bikes on the Bay Bridge, disrupting traffic and leading to multiple arrests.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

We need to talk about e-bikes and scooters on San Francisco sidewalks

Market Street sees increased cycling but police focus on minor offenses instead of addressing more serious biking issues.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

"Antifa Penis Grandma" Started as a Joke. Then Came a Viral Arrest, a Trial, and a Case That Has Torn a Town Apart.

Renea Gamble faced criminal charges after wearing an inflatable penis costume at a protest in Fairhope, Alabama.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Hacker News
1 week ago

Global Crackdown Arrests 276, Shuts 9 Crypto Scam Centers, Seizes $701M

A coordinated international operation arrested 276 suspects and shut down nine cryptocurrency scam centers targeting Americans, resulting in significant financial losses.
#protest
Brooklyn
fromNewsmax
1 week ago

NYPD: 8 Arrested During Brooklyn ICE Protest

Eight people were arrested after an anti-ICE protest turned disorderly outside a Brooklyn hospital where a suspect was taken for medical attention.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

NYC hospital mob was defending illegal migrant with alleged violent, drug past

Protesters clashed with ICE officers outside a Brooklyn hospital while attempting to defend an illegal migrant arrested for assault and drug possession.
Brooklyn
fromAol
1 week ago

8 people arrested at protest during ICE arrest in Brooklyn, NYPD says

Nine people were arrested during an anti-ICE protest outside Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn after a Nigerian national's arrest.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Anti-ICE protesters mob NYC hospital as 9 activists arrested in chaotic clash with law enforcement

Nine people were arrested during a chaotic anti-ICE protest outside a Brooklyn hospital involving clashes with law enforcement.
Brooklyn
fromNewsmax
1 week ago

NYPD: 8 Arrested During Brooklyn ICE Protest

Eight people were arrested after an anti-ICE protest turned disorderly outside a Brooklyn hospital where a suspect was taken for medical attention.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

NYC hospital mob was defending illegal migrant with alleged violent, drug past

Protesters clashed with ICE officers outside a Brooklyn hospital while attempting to defend an illegal migrant arrested for assault and drug possession.
Brooklyn
fromAol
1 week ago

8 people arrested at protest during ICE arrest in Brooklyn, NYPD says

Nine people were arrested during an anti-ICE protest outside Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn after a Nigerian national's arrest.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Anti-ICE protesters mob NYC hospital as 9 activists arrested in chaotic clash with law enforcement

Nine people were arrested during a chaotic anti-ICE protest outside a Brooklyn hospital involving clashes with law enforcement.
#facial-recognition
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
UK news

AI facial recognition oversight lagging far behind technology, watchdogs warn

National oversight of AI facial recognition technology in the UK is lagging behind its rapid growth, raising concerns about effectiveness and civil liberties.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
UK news

How does live facial recognition work and how many UK police forces use it?

Facial recognition technology is seen as a major advancement for law enforcement, with plans for widespread police implementation across England and Wales.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

AI facial recognition oversight lagging far behind technology, watchdogs warn

National oversight of AI facial recognition technology in the UK is lagging behind its rapid growth, raising concerns about effectiveness and civil liberties.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

How does live facial recognition work and how many UK police forces use it?

Facial recognition technology is seen as a major advancement for law enforcement, with plans for widespread police implementation across England and Wales.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Florida Sheriff Pulls Out Photo of MAGA Influencer Arrested in Human Trafficking Sting Posing With President and Don Jr

Sheriff Grady Judd highlighted several suspects of the 266 people arrested, two of whom had Trump ties, including Craig Long, a fitness influencer seeking the services of a prostitute.
US politics
Privacy technologies
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Police are using surveillance tech to stalk love interests. Dystopia, here we come | Arwa Mahdawi

Garret Langley and his company Flock are controversial for their extensive surveillance technology used by law enforcement across the US.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Vallejo man arrested in connection with 'disgraceful' bronze plaque theft

A man was arrested for stealing bronze plaques from memorials in Solano County, described as a cowardly crime by law enforcement.
Washington DC
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Trump U.S. Attorney Pick May Lack Trial Experience, But Was January 6 Protestor! - Above the Law

Darin Smith, a nominee for U.S. Attorney in Wyoming, has no trial experience but participated in the January 6 protest.
fromABC30 Fresno
1 week ago

CHP plane catches two suspected copper wire thieves in the act near high-speed rail overpass

The rope that they tossed over Mountain View is now tied to the hitch of the truck they're trying to drive away with it pulling down other wires with it.
California
US news
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Pontiac Coney Boss Says 'Camp' Scam Artist Took Him for $150

A woman scammed a Pontiac restaurant owner out of $150 with a fake summer camp fundraiser for children with special needs.
#assassination-attempt
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Pets

Fox News Host Points Out Dog That Appeared Sniff Out WHCA Suspect Seconds Before Shooting

A dog detected danger moments before a suspect attempted to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

With no radical footprint, what drove suspect to try and assassinate Trump?

Cole Tomas Allen is charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump during a public event.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Attorney General Rob Bonta, Bay Area officials warn of dangerous misuse of e-bikes

Modified electric bicycles are exceeding legal speed limits, creating safety risks on streets and sidewalks.
#metropolitan-police
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Met chief defends knife attack officers after Greens criticism

Metropolitan Police Commissioner defends officers' actions during Golders Green attack, emphasizing the threat posed by the suspect.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Met's Palantir deployment turns heat on its own officers

Metropolitan Police officers are advised to be cautious with work devices after the deployment of Palantir's technology for monitoring employee data.
#alpr
Privacy professionals
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Palo Alto license plate data searched by hundreds of out-of-state agencies - San Jose Spotlight

Public records reveal extensive searches of Palo Alto's ALPR data by law enforcement agencies, contradicting local officials' claims.
Privacy professionals
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Palo Alto license plate data searched by hundreds of out-of-state agencies - San Jose Spotlight

Public records reveal extensive searches of Palo Alto's ALPR data by law enforcement agencies, contradicting local officials' claims.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Driverless cars can now get citations; autonomous trucks get testing green light in new CA DMV rules

California DMV implements new regulations for autonomous vehicles, allowing police to issue citations and restrict access during emergencies.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Bronze stars of fallen officers stolen from Solano County memorials; sheriff vows to get justice

Thieves stole bronze stars honoring fallen officers, angering the community and disrupting a planned memorial ceremony.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

How bounty hunting actually works, according to a real bounty hunter

Frazier explains that successful bounty hunters must possess a unique set of attributes, including resilience, patience, and the ability to read people, which are crucial for locating and apprehending fugitives.
Boston food
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Canada to create powerful financial crimes agency as US weakens its approach

Canada is establishing a new Financial Crimes Agency to combat financial crime, contrasting with weakened US federal investigations.
US politics
fromemptywheel
1 week ago

What if Greedo Didn't Shoot First? - emptywheel

Secret Service agents are trained to shoot first in protection scenarios, as demonstrated in the incident involving Cole Allen's alleged assassination attempt.
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Why local police in France might soon have more powers

The flagship measure of this bill is the creation of a municipal police system with 'expanded judicial authority,' including the right to issue fines for a range of offences.
France news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Mexican officials charged with importing massive quantities of drugs into US

U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton described the Sinaloa cartel as 'a ruthless criminal organization that has flooded this community with dangerous drugs for decades.' He emphasized that the cartel's operations are facilitated by corrupt politicians and law enforcement officials.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Bronx rape case: Cops nab man accused of sexually assaulting 12-year-old girl inside apartment | amNewYork

Jose Ramos was charged on April 28 with second-degree rape and acting in a manner injurious to a child after allegedly raping a 12-year-old girl inside an apartment.
Boston
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Come Again?' Kash Patel And Tim Walz Battle Over Credit For Anti-Fraud Raids In Minnesota

The fraud scandal in Minnesota had actually been going on for years, and the Biden DOJ had made dozens of arrests and secured key convictions in the years prior.
US politics
Law
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

Inside the Career of Wade Lyons: From Officer to CEO

Wade Lyons is a seasoned security professional and CEO of Black Onyx Investigations, with extensive experience in public safety and law enforcement.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Arrest made in kidnapping, killing of Calif. mother Cindy Wanner

A suspect has been arrested after 34 years for the kidnapping and murder of Cindy Wanner in Northern California.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Why Sharing a Screenshot Can Get You Jailed in the UAE

"Content shared during emergencies is assessed not only for its accuracy, but also for its potential impact on stability, security, and public perception. What might appear as commentary or documentation can, in such contexts, be interpreted as harmful or unlawful communication."
Law
#supreme-court
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

US Supreme Court appears split over controversial use of 'geofence' search warrants | TechCrunch

The Supreme Court is considering the legality of geofence warrants, which raise significant digital privacy concerns for individuals in the U.S.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

US supreme court hears whether smartphone location data warrants infringe users' privacy

The US Supreme Court is evaluating the constitutionality of geofence warrants for smartphone location data and their impact on privacy rights.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

US Supreme Court appears split over controversial use of 'geofence' search warrants | TechCrunch

The Supreme Court is considering the legality of geofence warrants, which raise significant digital privacy concerns for individuals in the U.S.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

US supreme court hears whether smartphone location data warrants infringe users' privacy

The US Supreme Court is evaluating the constitutionality of geofence warrants for smartphone location data and their impact on privacy rights.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Sure, The Correspondents' Dinner Shooter's Bullet 'Just Disappeared.' That'll Quiet The Conspiracy Theorists Right Down. - Above the Law

Evidence recovery from crime scenes can be unpredictable, leading to public skepticism and conspiracy theories.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

CNN's Kaitlan Collins Calls Out Weird Inconsistency in Trump-WHCD Shooter's Arrest: Raises Questions'

Inconsistencies in the arrest details of the WHCD shooting suspect raise significant questions about the incident's handling.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Beekeeper jailed after releasing insects on authorities trying to evict her friend

A beekeeper was jailed for six months after releasing bees on deputies during an eviction attempt to protect a friend.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Drones join LAPD helicopters in city skies for standoffs, chases - and surveillance

The LAPD drones are propelled by four sets of rotors. Each drone is about 3 feet wide and equipped with cameras and infrared night vision.
Los Angeles
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Suffolk County corrections officer arraigned on child rape, human trafficking charges

Kielczweski was allegedly involved in 'numerous sexual assaults' and made child sexual abuse material (CSAM) of a 15-year-old boy, police and prosecutors said in a press release on Facebook.
Boston food
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The Supreme Court's geofence warrant case could reshape digital privacy

The Supreme Court will hear a case on the legality of geofencing, impacting personal freedom and Fourth Amendment rights.
Washington DC
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks ago

'National emergency': After assassination attempt, Leavitt urges Congress to fund DHS

Republicans are pushing for DHS funding amid security concerns following a recent incident involving Trump.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

California woman escapes kidnapping by texting 911 from gas station bathroom, deputies say

The woman was taken from her home against her will around 3 a.m. on Thursday, but she was able to call for help from a gas station bathroom when the assailant stopped for fuel in Blue Lake.
Boston
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Men who used tipper trucks to dump waste sentenced

CCTV footage shows the men breaking into the areas and directing tipper trucks loaded with rubbish for dumping while trying to hide their faces.
London politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

A bank robber made off with $195,000 and got caught after his cell pinged a geofence. Now SCOTUS decides whether that violated the Fourth Amendment | Fortune

Geofence warrants turn the usual way of pursuing suspects on its head. Typically, police identify a suspect and then obtain a warrant to search a home or a phone.
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