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Bloomington-Normal police defend growing drone programs amid surveillance questions

Samantha Lee
Samantha Lee
Samantha Lee
Reporter · Bloomington, IL

Samantha is a dedicated community journalist with a Master’s degree in Journalism from Columbia College Chicago. Having previously reported for the Chicago Tribune's local news section, she brings a wealth of experience in covering community events and issues that matter to Bloomington residents.

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Reporter · Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM · 1 min read
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Bloomington-Normal police defend growing drone programs amid surveillance questions — Springfield Community news

Police drones can reach emergencies before officers arrive. But as Bloomington-Normal expands their use, privacy advocates are raising questions about surveillance and state law.

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