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Columbus police detail Flock data sharing limits amid ICE concerns

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By Jordan Laird Verified
| The Columbus Dispatch Verified
June 24, 2026, 6:05 a.m. ET Amid concerns that federal immigration authorities could access Columbus' license plate camera data, as they have elsewhere, the Division of Police has clarified how it's restricting data sharing. The Division paused nationwide sharing of its Flock Safety license-plate reading camera data on June 3rd, according to Sgt. James Fuqua, a Division spokesperson.
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Columbus IT director retires with cyberattack report still pending 2 years later Original

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By Jordan Laird Verified
| The Columbus Dispatch Verified
June 23, 2026, 6:06 a.m. ET Columbus Department of Technology Director Sam Orth is retiring nearly two years after a major cyberattack crippled the city's computer systems and resulted in the release of personal information. A promised report detailing the breach has not been released to the public, with officials citing ongoing litigation.
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Columbus fire union says city needs more stations, relies on suburbs

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By Jordan Laird Verified
| The Columbus Dispatch Verified
June 22, 2026, 9:07 p.m. ET The Columbus firefighters' union alleges the city is overly reliant on suburban departments for emergency services. Suburban departments handle about 20% of fire and EMS calls for Columbus residents, according to the union. A City Council vote on a tax agreement sparked debate over the city's responsibility to provide primary emergency services. A public safety official said they are working on plans to build more stations as Columbus continues to grow.
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