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#police-misconduct
fromwww.bbc.com
5 minutes ago
London politics

Officer sacked for 'appalling' remarks on Panorama

A police officer was dismissed for making inappropriate comments and using force against a detainee during an undercover investigation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 minutes ago

Officer sacked for 'appalling' remarks on Panorama

A police officer was dismissed for making inappropriate comments and using force against a detainee during an undercover investigation.
#fisa
SF politics
fromThe Verge
1 hour ago

Congress can finally close a mass surveillance loophole - but will they?

Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance, faces potential reform as it is set to expire, amid bipartisan concerns over its misuse.
SF politics
fromThe Verge
1 hour ago

Congress can finally close a mass surveillance loophole - but will they?

Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance, faces potential reform as it is set to expire, amid bipartisan concerns over its misuse.
#data-breach
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

How thousands of sensitive LAPD files got leaked online - and what happens next

A significant data breach exposed sensitive LAPD files and other records, attributed to the hacking group WorldLeaks.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

How thousands of sensitive LAPD files got leaked online - and what happens next

A significant data breach exposed sensitive LAPD files and other records, attributed to the hacking group WorldLeaks.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
SF politics
from48 hills
19 hours ago

Why is the City Attorney's Office 'investigating' a leaked document? It's unprecedented and alarming - 48 hills

Confidential leaks are integral to democracy, despite attempts by politicians to control information.
Media industry
fromWIRED
6 hours ago

The Indie News Queen Who's Not Done Pissing Off the Powerful

Amy Goodman, a prominent journalist, is the focus of the documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!', showcasing her relentless pursuit of truth.
#bribery-investigation
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
3 hours ago

NYC council member, Hochul aide rally as supporters decry federal bribery probe

A New York City Council member and her sister are under federal investigation for potential bribery related to migrant shelter contracts, but have not been charged.
NYC politics
fromSpectrumlocalnews
19 hours ago

Hochul aide rallies with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

Farah Louis and her sister face a federal bribery investigation but have not been charged or publicly accused of wrongdoing.
Brooklyn
fromNewsday
22 hours ago

NYC Council member, Hochul aide rally with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation is examining potential misconduct involving a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to the governor.
Brooklyn
fromABC News
17 hours ago

NYC Council member, Hochul aide rally with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation is examining potential misconduct involving a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to the governor.
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
3 hours ago

NYC council member, Hochul aide rally as supporters decry federal bribery probe

A New York City Council member and her sister are under federal investigation for potential bribery related to migrant shelter contracts, but have not been charged.
NYC politics
fromSpectrumlocalnews
19 hours ago

Hochul aide rallies with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

Farah Louis and her sister face a federal bribery investigation but have not been charged or publicly accused of wrongdoing.
Brooklyn
fromNewsday
22 hours ago

NYC Council member, Hochul aide rally with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation is examining potential misconduct involving a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to the governor.
Brooklyn
fromABC News
17 hours ago

NYC Council member, Hochul aide rally with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation is examining potential misconduct involving a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to the governor.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
23 hours ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
fromSlate Magazine
35 minutes ago

SchadenFriday: Washington Gets TMZ'd

With Congress again out for recess-instead of, say, working to end the partial government shutdown or doing something, anything, when the president threatens war crimes-one media organization had the savvy, gall, and, okay, shamelessness to deputize us all as honorary paparazzi.
Podcast
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Tech bosses could face jail for failing to remove revenge porn from websites

New government proposals aim to hold tech executives accountable for failing to remove revenge porn from their platforms.
#presidential-records-act
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Sued by Watchdog Groups to Preserve Official Records

Watchdog groups are suing Trump to enforce compliance with the Presidential Records Act, which the Justice Department claims is unconstitutional.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Sued by Watchdog Groups to Preserve Official Records

Watchdog groups are suing Trump to enforce compliance with the Presidential Records Act, which the Justice Department claims is unconstitutional.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
23 hours ago

Opinion: How to convince voters to raise taxes? Cry wolf

Bay Area leaders are using fear tactics to push for a half-cent sales tax increase for mass transit, framing it as a citizen initiative.
New York City
fromNewsmax
1 day ago

Mamdani Says He Will Overrule Police Commissioner If Needed

Mayor Mamdani asserts ultimate authority over NYC policing policy, prepared to overrule Police Commissioner Tisch if necessary.
Boston
fromBoston.com
20 hours ago

Family of Stephenson King Jr., the man killed by Boston police officer now charged with manslaughter, demands transparency

Family of Stephenson King Jr. demands release of body-camera footage following his fatal shooting by a Boston police officer.
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Trump admin makes sweeping request for medical records of federal workers

The Trump administration plans to collect sensitive medical records from millions of federal workers and retirees, raising legal and health policy concerns.
DevOps
fromTheregister
1 day ago

AWS: Agents shouldn't be secret, so we built a registry

AWS Agent Registry enhances visibility and control over AI agents in corporate environments.
Environment
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

Why are communities pushing back against data centers? - Harvard Gazette

Concerns over data centers include rising power rates, water use, environmental issues, and questionable economic benefits despite claims of job creation.
Data science
fromTheregister
2 days ago

UK National Data Library plan needs work, study finds

The UK's National Data Library needs improved dataset accessibility to support AI development and meaningful analysis.
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
Information security
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Anthropic's Glasswing initiative raises questions for US cyber operations

Anthropic is prioritizing cybersecurity by withholding a powerful AI model and launching Project Glasswing to enhance defenses against AI-driven attacks.
Marketing
fromForbes
2 days ago

How To Serve Clients Amid Board Scrutiny And Investor Activism

Agency conversations with executives now focus on measurable business impact rather than just creative output.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

At L.A. 'shadow hearing' on elections, House Democrats join experts to defend voting systems

House Democrats express confidence in voting systems, rejecting Trump administration's fraud claims and opposing voter ID laws that could disenfranchise millions.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
2 days ago

Here's a Look at the Tax Payments and Reported Incomes of Top Governor Candidates

Tom Steyer reported a total income of $39 million in 2024, surpassing all his major opponents combined.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

America's CEOs have become reluctant guardians of democracy | Fortune

Business leaders have historically played a crucial role in promoting democracy and social justice in America.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
UX design
fromSmashing Magazine
3 days ago

Identifying Necessary Transparency Moments In Agentic AI (Part 1) - Smashing Magazine

Designing for agentic AI requires balancing transparency and simplicity to build user trust without overwhelming them with information.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
42 minutes ago

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

Democrats are holding events to educate the public on election integrity amid concerns over election meddling.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Saving local news also means saving the archives - Poynter

Loss of local news archives leads to a significant loss of memory, culture, identity, and reality.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 hours ago

Greens challenged over crackpot conspiracy theorist' candidates

The Independent reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and antisemitism in politics, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
19 hours ago

Democrats in US slam Pam Bondi for refusing to appear for Epstein hearing

Lawmakers insist Pam Bondi must testify regarding Epstein files despite her claims of no longer being attorney general.
US politics
fromJezebel
1 day ago

Pam Bondi Claims That Because She Was Fired, She No Longer Has to Testify on Epstein

Pam Bondi, former Attorney General, is avoiding a subpoena regarding the Epstein investigation after being fired by President Trump.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Bondi House Testimony Likely Delayed as DOJ Claims Subpoena No Longer Applies

Pam Bondi will not testify before the House Oversight Committee due to her recent firing as Attorney General.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Pam Bondi To Congress: New Phone, Who Dis? - Above the Law

Pam Bondi is attempting to avoid testifying before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after her tenure as Attorney General.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
19 hours ago

Democrats in US slam Pam Bondi for refusing to appear for Epstein hearing

Lawmakers insist Pam Bondi must testify regarding Epstein files despite her claims of no longer being attorney general.
US politics
fromJezebel
1 day ago

Pam Bondi Claims That Because She Was Fired, She No Longer Has to Testify on Epstein

Pam Bondi, former Attorney General, is avoiding a subpoena regarding the Epstein investigation after being fired by President Trump.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Bondi House Testimony Likely Delayed as DOJ Claims Subpoena No Longer Applies

Pam Bondi will not testify before the House Oversight Committee due to her recent firing as Attorney General.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Pam Bondi To Congress: New Phone, Who Dis? - Above the Law

Pam Bondi is attempting to avoid testifying before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after her tenure as Attorney General.
NYC politics
fromSpectrumlocalnews
20 hours ago

Hochul aide rallies with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation involves a New York City Council member and her sister, who have not been charged with any crime.
Higher education
fromNature
1 day ago

Should academic misconduct be catalogued? Proposed US database sparks debate

Creating a national database of researchers guilty of misconduct could prevent them from securing new academic positions.
Law
fromPoynter
1 week ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Rachael Rollins, former U.S. Attorney who resigned amid ethics scandal, reportedly running again for Suffolk DA

Rachael Rollins is running to reclaim her position as Suffolk County District Attorney after resigning amid ethics concerns in 2023.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.
Non-profit organizations
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

The war against fraud should be a war for tech modernization

A new task force aims to combat fraud in public benefits programs by ensuring adequate anti-fraud controls and addressing data sharing challenges.
Remote teams
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Security contractor blew the whistle on shabby support crew

Brad, a security contractor, faced challenges with antivirus alerts while working in a labor hire company's office without proper IT support.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

DOJ Says Laws Congress Passed to Prevent Another Nixon Don't Apply to Trump

Trump's DOJ claims presidential records don't need public sharing, undermining the Presidential Records Act and allowing potential misuse of documents.
#journalism
fromwww.mediaite.com
22 hours ago
Media industry

Jonathan Capehart: Journos Treated Like Military After Trump

Journalists began receiving military-style gratitude from the public after Trump's first election, indicating a shift in perception of their role.
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Stop blaming Big Tech. Start rebuilding journalism

Fighting Big Tech for compensation is not the main battle for journalism's survival; rebuilding trust and embracing technology is essential.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
22 hours ago

Jonathan Capehart: Journos Treated Like Military After Trump

Journalists began receiving military-style gratitude from the public after Trump's first election, indicating a shift in perception of their role.
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Stop blaming Big Tech. Start rebuilding journalism

Fighting Big Tech for compensation is not the main battle for journalism's survival; rebuilding trust and embracing technology is essential.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
#california
Environment
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
California
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Want government records? This California lawmaker wants you to pay more for them

California lawmakers propose fees for public records requests to manage resource strain on agencies.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Santa Clara County faces state investigation for Measure A mailers - San Jose Spotlight

California's FPPC investigates Santa Clara County for allegedly using public funds to promote a sales tax increase for hospitals.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
1 week ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
California
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Want government records? This California lawmaker wants you to pay more for them

California lawmakers propose fees for public records requests to manage resource strain on agencies.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Santa Clara County faces state investigation for Measure A mailers - San Jose Spotlight

California's FPPC investigates Santa Clara County for allegedly using public funds to promote a sales tax increase for hospitals.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
2 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Gale Brewer

Gale Brewer focuses on affordable housing, public safety, and community services to improve constituents' daily lives in New York City.
SF politics
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Politicians Are Spending More Money on Security as They Increasingly Become Targets

Federal campaign spending on security for the 2024 election cycle exceeds five times that of the 2016 election due to rising threats against public servants.
fromFortune
1 day ago

'This utter lack of communication and consultation flies in the face of federal law': states push against immigration detention plans | Fortune

ICE purchased a 418,000-square-foot warehouse in Surprise, Arizona, for $70 million, with plans for a processing site capable of handling 1,000 to 1,500 immigrants daily.
US politics
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
23 hours ago

ProPublica journalists walk off the job in first U.S. newsroom strike over AI

Propublica Guild members went on a 24-hour strike to pressure management for fair pay and protections against AI-related layoffs.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 before expiration

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 of the FISA before it expires, emphasizing its importance for national security.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC Council grills Mamdani's Department of Investigation commissioner nominee over campaign activities and donation | amNewYork

Nadia Shihata was nominated as DOI commissioner but faced scrutiny over her past support for Mayor Mamdani during her confirmation hearing.
UK politics
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Fionnan Sheahan: The Dail reform dorks are coming after your TD - beware of geeks bearing grift

Capping the number of TDs may undermine essential elements of the political system.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Trove of sensitive LAPD records leaked in suspected hack

A trove of sensitive LAPD records, including officer personnel files and documents from Internal Affairs investigations, are among the materials believed to have been seized by hackers in a breach last month involving the L.A. city attorney's office.
Privacy professionals
#privacy
fromJezebel
2 days ago

It Might Be Congressional Expulsion Season, on Both Sides of the Aisle

Gonzales has been in hot water on Capitol Hill for a while, after repeatedly denying and then admitting he was lying about an affair with a married staffer who later committed suicide in exceedingly grisly and tragic fashion.
SF politics
Philosophy
fromApaonline
4 weeks ago

Secrecy, Democracy, Necessity

Executive officials justify secrecy through claims of protecting decision-making integrity and national security, but such necessity arguments alone cannot legitimize secret governance in democracies.
Privacy professionals
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Gearoid O'Sullivan: Would you be happy to have details of your tax affairs paraded in public?

New rules threaten taxpayer privacy by limiting the right to private hearings in the appeals process.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Bill Gates will testify in the Epstein probe; Pam Bondi testimony postponed

Bill Gates will testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding Jeffrey Epstein's investigation, denying knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's Absence From Board of Supervisors Follows Investigation Into Leaked Memo

Jackie Fielder's office is under investigation for leaking a confidential memo regarding the controversial RESET Center approved by the Board of Supervisors.
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 week ago

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Democrats accuse ICE of creating disappearances' on US soil

Lawmakers claim DHS's unreliable detainee locator system is causing disappearances of individuals detained by immigration authorities.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

Bill Gates to testify before House Oversight in Epstein probe

Gates plans to answer committee questions regarding his past relationship with Epstein, which he later deemed a mistake.
US politics
fromWIRED
4 days ago

The DOJ Misled a Judge About How It's Using Voter Roll Data

The DOJ is analyzing voter data to identify irregularities, contradicting earlier claims of keeping it separate and not conducting analysis.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
4 weeks ago

Mamdani pledged a 'culture of transparency.' But he's not ready to hand over these gov't records.

Mayor Mamdani promised transparency and accountability but delayed releasing AI program records, citing FOIL request backlogs similar to his predecessor's approach.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Accountability In An Age Of Unaccountability - Above the Law

Legal system turmoil: arrests, Epstein file fallout, judicial misconduct, and mounting ethical breaches requiring disbarment of dishonest administration lawyers.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

What Accountability-Seeking Protest Can Tell Us About Democracy

Different kinds of political protest pursue distinct aims; accountability-seeking protest aims to hold actors responsible and can reinforce democratic community bonds.
US politics
fromemptywheel
3 weeks ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
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