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MPD Details $5.2 Million January Overtime Burden as Council Grills Response to Federal Surge

City leaders questioned why officers did not intervene against federal agents during the surge.

Boston and Police Union Finalize One-Year Contract With Pay Hike, Name Tags, and Evaluation Overhaul

Los Angeles Seeks $12 Million to Cover Overtime Funding Following Protest Costs Exceeding $19.7 Million

Houston Approves $832M Police Pay Deal as Harris County Matches Raises

2025 ParkScore Rankings Highlight Gains in Houston and San Francisco

2025 ParkScore Report Highlights Record Investments and Philadelphia's Notable Rise