Rockford considers expansion of license plate readers and cameras
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The city of Rockford is considering expanding the number of automated license-plate readers and cameras across the city. Concerns arise about whether the data will be properly stored and used. “The purpose of adding additional cameras in our community is that they’ve been proven effective to help us with public safety […]
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police Department (RPD) gave a behind-the-scenes look at the new technology it is using to stop crime. Over the past several years, Rockford's City Council has prioritized getting funding to the RPD for new software, including everything from license plate cameras at busy intersections to…
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — An audit by the Secretary of State's office has revealed that an Illinois police department has shared license plate camera data with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Alexi Giannoulias' office shared the results of the audit on Friday, which showed the Forest Park Police Department was…
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rusty Taco, a Texas-based fast-food chain, is seeking a liquor license to open a location in Rockford. The company has multiple locations across the United States, but the Rockford restaurant would be the first in Illinois. An application filed with the City of Rockford Liquor and…