DAVID
Coverage of DAVID in the Nexus archive.
- Former officer jailed after allegedly doing more than 350 Flock searches of same license plate
A former Sarasota Police Department officer was arrested and fired after an investigation alleged misuse of law enforcement databases. Cory Waiters faces felony charges, including offenses against computer systems and official misconduct, related to 358 searches of a single license plate using the Flock system.
- Former officer jailed after allegedly doing more than 350 Flock searches of same license plate
A former Florida police officer named Cory Waiters has been arrested and fired following an investigation into the alleged misuse of law enforcement databases. He faces felony charges including offenses against users of computers, computer systems, and official misconduct for repeatedly searching a license plate through Flock. Investigators allege Waiters improperly accessed both the Driver and Vehicle Information Database (DAVID) and the Flock system, even when he was not actively working on a criminal investigation involving the vehicle.
- Former officer jailed after allegedly doing more than 350 Flock searches of same license plate
A former Florida police officer, Cory Waiters, was arrested and fired after allegations of misusing law enforcement databases. Investigators allege Waiters improperly accessed both DAVID and Flock systems, searching the same license plate 358 times between May and October 2025. He now faces felony charges including offenses against users of computers and official misconduct.
- Northwest Pasadena Business Needs Assessment Finds 75% Had Not Received Prior Support
Early findings from a city needs assessment in Northwest Pasadena revealed that 75% of businesses had not previously received support. Officials plan to brief a City Council committee on an outreach effort, and the full report for the Commercial District Needs Assessment is expected in October.
- St. Clair Shores couple arrested after throwing explosive device into neighbor's yard
A St. Clair Shores couple, Jason Showers and Megan Showers, were charged with multiple felonies after throwing an explosive device marked 'bye bye' into their neighbor's yard. Victim David stated that officers found firearms and materials for assembling explosive devices inside the home. The couple faces charges including Possession of Bombs with Unlawful Intent.
- Mom struggles to keep son alive during 16-hour power outage as medical equipment fails
An Arizona mother, Karen Glaser, struggled to keep her son David alive during a 16-hour power outage that disabled his medical equipment. The outage, affecting over 4,000 customers in Coolidge, Arizona, caused extreme heat and forced residents to seek alternative cooling methods. Glaser’s attempts to manually sustain David’s health included using water-soaked rags and suctioning saliva as temperatures in her home reached 100 degrees.
- Mom struggles to keep son alive during 16-hour power outage as medical equipment fails
An Arizona mother, Karen Glaser, spent 16 hours trying to keep her son David alive during a power outage that caused his medical equipment to fail. David, who is bedbound and relies on electricity-dependent devices, faced a life-threatening situation as backup systems failed and temperatures in their home rose to 100 degrees. Power was restored the next morning, but the outage created a critical medical emergency.
- Mom struggles to keep son alive during 16-hour power outage as medical equipment fails
An Arizona mother spent 16 hours struggling to keep her son alive during a power outage that caused medical equipment to fail, as temperatures in her home rose to 100 degrees. The outage affected over 4,000 customers in Coolidge, with power restored the next morning.
- AI is running on borrowed money
Wealth from Oracle, the giant tech company founded by Larry Ellison, is enabling Larry and his son, David, to become media moguls. David has taken control of Paramount and is leading an $111 billion bid to acquire Warner Bros.
- Trump gives emotional tribute to fallen Army Lt Tyler Feehan after flying grieving family on Air Force One
President Donald Trump honored fallen Army 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan during an event in Georgia, flying his family on Air Force One after meeting them at Dover Air Force Base. Trump praised Feehan as a promising officer and thanked his family, who were among attendees at the event where he promoted his Trump Accounts initiative.
- AMEX scam phishing for bank info
A scam involving American Express (AMEX) phishing for bank information was reported, where victims receive robocalls about fraudulent charges and are transferred to fake agents. Scammers used local Los Angeles numbers and later called from Vermont, asking for banking details, which AMEX would never request. The scam mimicked legitimate AMEX fraud calls but used non-800 numbers and suspicious tactics.
- Victoria Beckham is supported by David and their kids as she launches her first US pop-up store in Miami after extending yet another olive branch to estranged son Brooklyn
Victoria Beckham is supported by David and their kids as she launches her first US pop-up store in Miami. She is also making another attempt to reconcile with her estranged son Brooklyn.
- The Dynamo and the Computer: The Modern Productivity Paradox (1989) [pdf]
The article examines the Modern Productivity Paradox, analyzing how automation, particularly computers, impacts productivity. It was published in 1989 and discusses economic implications of technological advancements.
- Spencer Strider vs. Ranger Suarez highlights Braves-Red Sox series opener with under 8.5 runs pick
The Atlanta Braves and Boston Red Sox series opener features a pitching matchup between Spencer Strider and Ranger Suarez. The Braves, with a strong road record, face a Red Sox team struggling at home. The author predicts under 8.5 runs due to both pitchers' strong performances.
- The Vergecast Vergecast, 2026 edition
The Vergecast 2026 episode addresses questions about The Verge's operations, including advertising, subscriptions, and business strategies. Publisher Helen Havlak joins hosts Nilay and David to discuss the website's audience, journalism practices, and relationships with alumni.
- The ‘AI is inevitable’ trap
Allbirds, a shoe company, rebranded as an AI company, causing its stock price to briefly surge. The Vergecast episode discusses AI's progress through a Stanford study and questions if the AI hype cycle has peaked.