California is implementing new legislation to address its severe housing shortage by streamlining development approvals and increasing density near transit hubs. The measures aim to boost construction of affordable housing units across the state.
The article examines the expansion of automated license plate reader surveillance in US cities, focusing on vendor Flock Safety. It details how Albuquerque's ALPR program evolved from 14-day data retention to a full year, with some data shared nationally. The piece discusses how law enforcement advances surveillance with minimal public scrutiny.
BART's new fare gates have resulted in a 1,000-hour reduction in cleanup time, a 41% drop in crime, and a $10 million increase in projected revenue.