Chicago Police Budget: Cuts, Deficits, and Safety Concerns

Chicago PD faces a $92 million budget cut amid city-wide financial woes, raising concerns about public safety. Superintendent Snelling warns against reversing progress, while advocates push for reallocating funds from unfilled positions to community care. Overtime spending is soaring, prompting calls for event organizers like NASCAR to contribute to security costs. City Council members are demanding audits for efficient spending, as the department navigates staffing shortages and strives to maintain progress with fewer resources.

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