Eric Markowitz is an award-winning journalist and the senior writer at the International Business Times. He covers technology, crime, and police. More information can be found on his website, www.Eric-Markowitz.com.
Why Inmates’ Families Pay Higher Phone Charges
Nine months ago, the FCC ordered private prison phone carriers to lower prices. So why have prices gone up instead?
Sig Sauer Was Rescued By Guns Like Omar Mateen’s
Sig Sauer was a company near collapse — until it started making assault rifles, like the weapon used in the June 12 massacre that left 49 dead and dozens injured in Orlando, Florida.
The Dirty Business Of Assault Weapons Advertising
As politicians demand action on gun control, less attention is focused on how advertising agencies market popular assault rifles.
Orlando Massacre: A Big Data Fail?
Despite spending billions on anti-terror databases, the FBI somehow let Pulse nightclub gunman Omar Mateen — previously tracked by the agency — slip through the cracks.
Rio Crime Wave Reaches US Swimmers
Brazil is famous for its many charms, but is also internationally recognized for violence and crime. Swimmer Ryan Lochte and three teammates were robbed in Rio early Sunday.
Driving Into A Dragnet
License plate scanners collect vast amounts of data for police departments. The technology is used to catch criminals, but what about the data collected on everyone else?
Inside Beverly Hills’ Plan For Self-Driving Shuttles
The wealthy California enclave wants to develop a line of autonomous shuttles. Is the initiative realistic or just a Hollywood fairy tale?
The High Cost Of Police Body Cameras
Body cameras are becoming another piece of technology worn by officers in response to misconduct complaints. But can departments even afford them?
Hands Up, Don’t Shoot (Video)
Thousands of people now record their interactions with police. What happens when police officers demand that those videos be deleted?
A New American Power Struggle Looms
The world’s first cyberattack on a power grid cut electricity to hundreds of thousands in Western Ukraine. Now, officials worry the U.S. could be next.
To Combat ISIS, A Battalion Of Cyber Warriors
As international fears of another terrorist attack grow, the U.S. Army has positioned cyber soldiers as potentially the first line of defense.
Inside The Debate Over Contraband Jail Cell Phones
Prison guard Robert Johnson was nearly killed in a hit ordered from the inside. Now prison officials want the FCC's help jamming cell phones.
Why The FBI Wants To Get In Your Face
The agency is expanding its inventory of more than a half-billion face photos. But critics question whether the database can help deter crime.
How Prison Phone Calls Became A Tax On The Poor
One phone call at a time, American law enforcement agencies are making billions off the families of prisoners to pay for everything from new jails to police cruisers.
After Bombings, Police Beef Up Patrols At LA Airport
Los Angeles is increasing security measures at its transportation hubs after yet another terror attack in the heart of Europe.
Apply Second Amendment To Stun Guns, Court Rules
The Supreme Court decision Monday was a win for Arizona-based Taser International, which makes devices used by police across the U.S.
Dozens Dead As Boat Sinks Off Turkish Coast
At least 25 people drowned Sunday after a boat carrying migrants capsized off the Turkish coast. Ten of the dead were children.
Immigration Judge Says 3-Year-Olds Can Defend Themselves In Court
A federal judge who is training other immigration judges said 3- and 4-year-olds could stand up for themselves in the absence of an attorney.
‘Zootopia’ Brings In $73.7 Million At Box Office
The family-friendly animated film surpassed “Frozen” to set a weekend mark for Disney.
Ukrainian Protesters Throw Stones, Eggs At Russian Embassy
Protesters in Kiev on Sunday demanded the release of a hunger-striking Ukrainian pilot being held by Russian authorities.