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ShotSpotter gunshot-detection technology takes fire as surveillance that may not make Cambridge safer

by Melanie Gilbert May 2, 2026

The gunfire-detection technology used by Cambridge police is surveillance that has a high false alarm rate, residents and experts say.

by Marc Levy April 26, 2026

Take part in meetings on Healthpeak's plan for a new neighborhood in the Alewife Quadrangle, new homes on Ellery Street and big city projects.

by Marc Levy April 26, 2026

Take part in meetings on remaking 90 Washington St., surveillance technology, a teen center at Cummings School and Davis Square issues.

by Marc Levy April 25, 2026

Special police officers also won’t be excluded from union activities or civil service rules, city councilors were assured.

by Marc Levy April 22, 2026

With budget cuts looming, some city councilors argued it wasn’t the time for police to get body-worn cameras costing around $450,000 annually.

by Marc Levy April 19, 2026

Take part in meetings on water, sewage and cop cameras; plans for a month of World Cup; and remaking 90 Washington St.

by Marc Levy April 16, 2026

Cambridge Police Department commissioner Christine Elow has announced her retirement after 30 years with the city. Her last day is Friday.

by Marc Levy April 12, 2026

Legislators warn that time is running out to make sure of passage on Beacon Hill, putting pressure on action when an order returns April 23.

by Chris Dwan April 12, 2026

It is past time for the City Council to act on its 2020 commitment and create a police commission and a community police review agency.

by Marc Levy April 5, 2026

Take part in meetings on progress toward a new school, police body camera funding and bike lanes at the Elm-Beacon Connector project.