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Fla. decision to issue $1K bonuses to first responders turns contentious over process, eligibility

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While some question the involvement of a private contractor, others are negotiating who would be eligible

Senators propose competing bills for Capitol security funding

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If an agreement isn't reached, the Capitol Police could face a funding shortfall as soon as August

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Small NC town disbands police department to save money

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Some council members expressed dismay and concern over the decision

Judge backs activists seeking more Minneapolis police officers

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A judge ordered city leaders to "immediately" take "necessary action" to fund at least 0.0017 employees per resident

Oakland police chief: New $18M budget cut leaves city less safe

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"We see clearly that crime is out of control," said Chief LeRonne Armstrong in an impassioned plea. "And our response was for less police resources"

Oakland cuts $18M from police budget to pay for social services

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Mayor Libby Schaaf criticized the council's action, saying it effectively "cuts "50 police officers who respond to Oaklanders' 911 calls"

Cyberattackers are coming for public safety; prepare now

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Organizations and citizens have a “shared responsibility” to defend their data, computer hardware and software systems from ransomware attacks

Poll: Most Portland residents want police presence maintained or increased

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Three-fourths of Portland-area residents say they don't want to see policing in the city dip below its current levels, with a plurality supporting an increase in cops

7 ways to spend a $1,000 bonus

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Investing, in your mind, health or a hobby, can compound the benefit of a bonus on you, your family and others

Mayor's proposed city budget slightly increases spending for LAPD

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A spokesperson for the mayor's office said that the decision was in part a response to rising crime

Boston police union head: City needs to hire 400 more officers

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As a mayoral race puts focus back on the police budget, union president Larry Calderone says the city's population is outpacing the police force

Paid overtime returns for New Orleans police, fire departments

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Overtime was temporarily suspended to combat economic loss related to the pandemic

AG nominee says he doesn't support defunding the police

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President Joe Biden's pick for leading the Department of Justice, Merrick Garland, made the remarks during his confirmation hearing Monday

Minn. House rejects security fund for Floyd trials

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The measure would create an emergency fund that could be used to cover other police agencies' costs if they help Minneapolis with security during the trials