Flock Safety: Is any driver protected from its AI-driven monitoring?
Get ready, America — if you’re on the road, you’re likely being watched. No, it’s not just speed traps or red light cameras. What I mean are Flock Safety cameras, which are smart devices that run on solar and artificial intelligence. They’re popping up on utility poles in neighborhoods, near schools, grocery stores, and along […]
Court in Washington determines that images from Flock Safety cameras are public records
License Plate Camera Images Declared Public Records in Washington A Skagit County Superior Court judge has decided that images captured by Flock Safety’s automatic license plate reading (ALPR) cameras in Stanwood and Sedro-Woolley qualify as public records under Washington’s public records law. Judge Elizabeth Yost Nyszywski ruled that these images are “not exempt from disclosure” […]
Flock Safety drones seek to reduce increasing retail crime with aerial surveillance.
Shoplifting has long posed challenges for retailers, but a U.S. company thinks drone technology might be part of the solution. Flock Safety, known for its camera systems used in law enforcement, has introduced the Flock Aerodome drone as an automated security system aimed at the private sector. The concept is straightforward: when a theft occurs, […]
Many children flock to tennis in the Bronx through a program that keeps them safe and engaged.
Rising Tennis Stars in the Bronx Young tennis talents are emerging in the Bronx, particularly at Crotona Park, where children gather each weekend. This initiative, led by police-turned-coach volunteers, aims to steer kids away from trouble by engaging them in sports. A recent surge in attendance at the Cary Leeds Center is a testament to […]
Seniors in Florida flock to the new Hooters restaurant in The Villages retirement community
New Hooters Location Brings Joy to Florida Retirement Community A new Hooters has opened in a Florida retirement village, marking the chain’s first location to debut since its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing earlier this year. This move aims to facilitate the acquisition and restructuring of the popular restaurant brand. Located roughly 45 miles northwest of […]
Long Island vigilant for sharks as crowds flock to the beach for Independence Day
Authorities are increasing vigilance for sharks as Long Island prepares for a surge of visitors during Independence Day, following a recent shark bite incident involving a swimmer. To enhance safety over holiday weekends, both state and local officials are ramping up shark patrols. This includes deploying more drones and helicopters, as well as organizing shark […]
Ducks come back to Crescent Duck Farm on Long Island after the entire flock was lost to bird flu.
Long Island Duck Farm Battles Avian Flu Aftermath Doug Corwin realized something was off during a barn inspection in January at his family’s Long Island duck farm. Within days, his operation, Crescent Duck Farm, became one of many across the U.S. forced to cull its entire flock due to a widespread avian flu outbreak, which […]
Americans flock to Chinese e-commerce apps DHgate, Taobao
President Trump’s tariffs have urged American online shoppers to abandon first-fashion upstart Tem and Shane in favour of first-fashion upstart Tem and Shane Two other Chinese e-commerce platforms – Dhgate and Taobao – Both have climbed to the top 5 most downloaded programs on Apple’s App Store. Tiktok’s viral video encourages Chinese manufacturers to use […]
PHOTOS: Spring breakers flock to Florida beaches for sun and sand
Look at photos of spring break throughout Florida as college kids take them to the beach and smoke the sun.
Kay Flock cleared on murder charge, but guilty of RICO, other charges
Bronx drill rapper Kay Flock was found guilty of several federal charges this week in connection with the fatal shootings in 2021, including an attempted murder, but it turns out there is a lot to brag about. “I hit the top count,” the Kevin Perez-born rapper boasted in an Instagram post. “I made the judge […]