Hiring incentives help Bellevue police bring in 46 officers to the force in 2024
(The Center Square) – The Bellevue Police Department is seeing staffing levels improve and crime rates decrease as recruitment incentives pay off.
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Homeless caused three recent wildfires, San Diego says, reflecting California trend
(The Center Square) – Homeless encampments were behind three wildfires that rocked San Diego earlier this month, sparking concerns that homelessness is a significant...
Senate Dems approve bill to change provisions of ‘parents’ bill of rights’ initiative
(The Center Square) – Less than a year after Washington state lawmakers approved a parental rights initiative for those with children enrolled in public...
As winter rains come to California, fire-ravaged communities prepare for mudslides
(The Center Square) – With winter rains entering full swing, California leaders are preparing fire-damaged communities against the threat of landslides by prepositioning emergency...
Spokane Valley to Councilmember Merkel: See you in court
(The Center Square) – After months of contention, debate and investigations, the Spokane Valley City Council agreed to sue Councilmember Al Merkel on Tuesday...