Renton Cameras Spark Privacy Debate | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

Protesters in Renton are demanding the city cover up and cancel its license plate camera contract, arguing that even though the cameras are off, they remain a privacy threat—especially for those seeking sensitive medical care. While the council voted to cover them, demonstrators say the cameras are still exposed. Police defend the tech as vital for crime-fighting and claim compliance with state law, but the debate rages on. Meanwhile, a Seattle poll shows strong public support for surveillance cameras in public safety—highlighting a growing national tension between security and privacy…