Flock Introduces Reforms To Surveillance Cameras Following Vandalism And Criticism In Iowa, Nationwide
(Undated) — The owner of surveillance cameras used by law enforcement is introducing changes as concerns grow over mass surveillance. Flock says it will protect privacy by purging camera data after seven days instead of monthly. It will also launch automatic audits for abnormal activity, which comes after several law enforcement officers were arrested for abusing the system. In addition, Flock will require police to submit a reason for each search of their camera platform. The reforms come amid criticism and vandalism of the license plates readers in Iowa and nationwide.
Iowa HHS: Number Of Confirmed Cyclospora Cases In Iowa Reaches 300
(Des Moines, IA) — The number of cyclosporiasis cases in Iowa is still climbing. Iowa Health and Human Services says the number of confirmed cyclosporiasis cases has reached 300 statewide. That’s 28 cases more than last week and 231 more than the same time last year. Iowa is part of a multi-state outbreak tied to recalled shredded iceburg lettuce. More than 94-hundred cyclospora cases are tied to the recalled lettuce in 17 states.
Police Locate Missing Des Moines Man Who Went Missing Monday With The Help Of A Tip
(Des Moines, IA) — A man who had been reported missing has been located by Des Moines police. Twenty-two-year old Jadon Ryan was found Thursday after police received a tip. Police asked for the public’s help after Ryan went missing Monday in downtown Des Moines. They say he’s been connected with the appropriate resources.
