[Scan-DC] Oakland and Twin Cities Encryption Plans

[Alan Henney]

More Twin Cities law enforcement locking down police radio traffic,
stirring debate
https://www.startribune.com/st-paul-is-latest-to-lock-down-police-radio-traffic-as-minneapolis-encryption-sparks-debate/601457034


OPD’s decision to encrypt its radio feed takes away a crucial reporting tool
We’re letting the public know that losing access to Oakland’s police
scanner makes it harder to report on shootings, chases, protests, fires,
and other breaking news.
https://oaklandside.org/2025/09/03/opds-decision-to-encrypt-its-radio-feed-takes-away-a-crucial-reporting-tool/