Chief John Cregan | Santa Rosa Police Department

Our guest is Santa Rosa Police Chief John Cregan, who has more than 26 years in law enforcement and has led the department since 2022. He’s here to talk about Flock Automated License Plate Reader cameras, how Santa Rosa police use them to investigate serious crimes, the privacy safeguards surrounding the technology, and an upcoming community meeting where residents can learn more and weigh in on department policy.

The Drive with Daedalus Howell is a weekday afternoon radio show airing from 3–6 p.m. on 95.5 FM in Sonoma County. Hosted by writer, filmmaker and newspaper editor Daedalus Howell, the program blends lively conversation, interviews, music and local culture with a wry, curious take on the people, ideas and stories shaping the North Bay and beyond. These are the highlights from throughout the week. Visit dhowell.com.