Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez voiced alarm at the proposal, saying the council needs to look at cutting police staffing and overtime costs| Los Angeles Times
Three members of the L.A. City Council voted against the agreement, arguing it is too expensive and will pull money away from critical city services.| Los Angeles Times
With higher attrition and fewer recruits, the LAPD considers resorting to 'the bounce,' which could bring back retired officers. Will it work?| Los Angeles Times
Bratton tells business leaders a 30% increase would be an investment in better public safety.| Los Angeles Times
The department is down hundreds of officers from its 2019 ranks and projects that it will continue to dwindle in fiscal year 2025.| Los Angeles Times
A Times review shows the LAPD's academy is graduating about half the number of recruits needed per class to keep pace with Mayor Karen Bass’ ambitious plan to expand the department to 9,500 officers.| Los Angeles Times