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Proposed Seattle police budget increases 16% with overtime funding adjusted
(The Center Square) – The Seattle Police Department’s proposed 2025-2026 budget is bigger, but includes changes to account for officers' high use of overtime. The Seattle Police Department's 2025 proposed budget is set at $457.9 million, a 15.7% increase above the 2024 adopted budget. Annual wage increases and market adjustments make up 76% of that increase, according to the department’s presentation. The department’s 2026 proposed budget is set at $462.1...
Meet new Burien Police Chief Tom Calabrese, who says he’ll focus on safety, leadership, and community engagement
Burien’s newly-appointed Police Chief Tom Calabrese brings over two decades of law enforcement experience and a strong dedication to enhancing public safety while prioritizing the well-being of his officers. As we previously reported, in late August Calabrese was selected by Burien City Manager Adolfo Bailon to replace former Chief...
40% of Asians face discrimination, survey finds
Nearly 40% of Asians surveyed in the Seattle area reported experiencing an anti-Asian incident within the past year, according to a recent study. Why it matters: Asians represent the largest minority group in the Seattle metro area, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Asians, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders numbered...
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Washington City Ranks Very High for Best City for Foodies
Whenever I travel, I find what food that town is known for. Traveling is a great way to see what new food is out there or what food that region is known for. Place like upstate New York you'll find items like chicken riggies and something called a garbage plate.
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