'Your City Could Be Better': Do DC’s Hated Traffic Cameras Really Make the City Safer?

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'Your City Could Be Better': Do DC’s Hated Traffic Cameras Really Make the City Safer?

Electronic & House Music
When:
May 17, 2026 · 7:00 AM
Where:
City Cast DC
Source:
City Cast DC

Would DC be safer if there were more automated traffic cameras? In 2025, the city brought in nearly $270 million from more than 500 automated traffic enforcement cameras — including a single camera that issued $9 million in tickets. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast DC co-host Bridget Todd about how these cameras work, the congressional scrutiny they've been getting, and whether they make DC safer. Plus, is DC becoming the new rave capital? Mentioned on the show: "The deadliest road

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