Good morning, Stockton.
As some cities rethink the use of Flock surveillance technology, Stockton is moving in the opposite direction.
Police have expanded the city’s partnership with Flock by adding drones to a network that already includes license plate readers. Chris Woodyard looks at why some communities are pulling back over privacy concerns while Stockton leaders continue to invest in the technology.
You’ll find a few other stories worth catching up on this morning, including a look at a Stockton shooting club that’s been part of the community for 80 years. We also have updates on a fake sheriff’s cruiser that led to a DUI arrest in Manteca and a civic education program introducing local students to Stockton’s new City Hall.
Before you scroll too far, take a look at our Volunteering This Week section near the bottom of today’s newsletter. It’s one of our newer features, highlighting organizations that could use an extra set of hands. If you know of a volunteer opportunity we should include, just reply to this email and let us know.
That’s your morning snapshot. There’s plenty more waiting below.
Daniel Garza
Stocktonia content coordinator
Today’s top story
Stockton embraced Flock surveillance cameras. Other cities are now scrapping plans amid ICE, privacy fears
By Chris Woodyard • Stocktonia
Some cities are saying no to Flock amid privacy concerns. Stockton police, however, have added Flock drones in addition to license-plate readers.
Stories you may have missed
Stockton Trap & Skeet Club has set its sights on shooting fun for 80 years
The club has about 150 members and gets a large number of visits from school groups, including the competitive shooting team from Saint Mary’s High School.
CHP arrests man driving fake L.A. County sheriff’s cruiser in Manteca
Kevin Michael Silva was arrested on suspicion of DUI while driving an unauthorized law enforcement patrol vehicle.
Weston Ranch Little League helps launch Stockton City Hall civic education initiative
Weston Ranch Little League players traded the baseball field for the council dais Tuesday, taking part in a mock government meeting at Stockton’s new City Hall.
Stockton man who paid $125 for shotgun murder of his wife and her unborn child dies in prison
Jerry Bunyard, 76, was the longest sitting death row inmate from San Joaquin County.
🫱🏻🫲🏾 Volunteering this week
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- Warehouse/distribution line volunteers | July 16, 17, 20, 21 and 22 | 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Emergency Food Bank | 7 West Scotts Ave., Stockton | Volunteer page | Add to calendar: July 16 | July 17 | July 20 | July 21 | July 22
- Companionship volunteers | Ongoing — flexible scheduling | Suncrest Hospice | 3121 W. March Lane, Suite 250, Stockton | Volunteer page
- Animal shelter volunteers | Ongoing — flexible scheduling | Stockton Animal Shelter | Stockton | Volunteer page
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