Oakland is among many cities across the country grappling with whether to keep or dump the controversial gunshot detection system, Shotspotter in the wake of ongoing concerns about false alarms, and over-policing.
Chicago recently ended their contract, the largest in the nation, to much fanfare earlier this year as mayor Brandon Johnson fulfilled his campaign promise. Oakland, after a robust public process, is due to reconsider use in 2025.
Interested in what the deal is with this police tech? Watch our explainer video, created by USF interns Lucia Gifford-Groves and Audrey Orr to get up to speed.