Covington Axon Contract: $6M Police Tech Deal Explained

Covington Axon Contract: Inside the $6 Million AI, Drone and Police-Tech Deal

Covington commissioners face a vote on Tuesday on a $6 million Axon Enterprise contract. The ten-year deal already stalled once after residents and commissioners raised pointed questions. The Covington Axon contract bundles body cameras, Tasers, and mobile license plate readers. It also adds a dock-based Drone as First Responder system and AI report-writing software. All…

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A black Flock Safety license plate reader camera mounted on an outdoor pole.

Hamilton Flock cameras policy released after privacy concerns spark debate

The City of Hamilton has published new guidelines governing its automated license plate reader system following public criticism from a local advocacy group.  The release came after reporting by Local 12 highlighted concerns from DeFlock Hamilton, which argues the camera network creates privacy risks for residents. The newly released procedures outline how the Hamilton Police…

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A white quadcopter drone flying high above a dense city skyline of skyscrapers, representing the Drones as First Responders program in Cincinnati.

Ohio drones first responders: Cincinnati among early adopters of technology

Ohio is rolling out a first-in-the-nation statewide pilot for drones as first responders.  The program helps police, fire, and EMS crews assess emergencies more quickly and safely, improving situational awareness before ground units arrive. What is the Ohio Drones First Responders program? The Drones for First Responders (DFR) pilot, approved under Ohio House Bill…

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