TBS Today, Oct. 20

In recent days, local residents and advocates have begun to speak out about a push by Berkeley police to make all their radio transmissions private.

Some said they listen to online scanner apps when they hear explosions or see officers nearby. Others point to the importance of public access.

Alternatives to full encryption exist. Will Berkeley police consider them?

Public begins to push back on Berkeley police encryption plan

Other police agencies in California have found solutions that avoid complete encryption.

The Berkeley ScannerEmilie Raguso

Many of you have asked how encryption would affect The Scanner.

We're still collecting our thoughts and plan to share them in the coming days.

In a nutshell, we're fortunate to get community tips, which help inform our reporting. But timely stories on a lot of breaking news would absolutely be impacted.

The council vote is set for next week.

In case you missed it

Photos: Berkeley turns out for ‘No Kings’ protest

Share your photos and videos, and let us know what Saturday’s “No Kings” protest in Berkeley meant to you.

The Berkeley ScannerEmilie Raguso

Thank you to everyone who shared photographs and video of "No Kings" events this weekend.

For those we didn't get to include, we apologize! The high level of participation and response to our request was inspiring.

We COULD NOT DO THIS without you.

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