KTVU KTVU Morning News Early Edition September 23, 2011
there have been multiple studies that the more lighting you have, the less crime in an area. bad economy has a lot to do with it. in this case there is a statewide law that mandates a reduction in the intensity of street lighting. it was passed in 2002. the idea was to save money and keep lights from being diffused and blocking views. since that happened cities have saved money but some people say that brought on an increase in crime in the areas where the lighting was dimmed. we will get a chance to talk to the minister and see what he is asking the state to do. kraig debro, ktvu ne...