3% increase
Coverage of 3% increase in the Nexus archive.
- Denver police roll out violence suppression plan as homicides climb
Denver police have launched a violence suppression action plan to address a 36.8% increase in homicides through July 1, 2026, despite declines in other crime categories. The plan includes a Violence Response Team, expanded Place Network Investigations, regulatory actions targeting high-risk locations, an illegal firearm awareness campaign, and interagency collaboration.
- Fury as California school board approves insane 300% pay raises after Newsom move
A Northern California school board approved a 300% salary increase, sparking community outrage after California Governor Gavin Newsom authorized the move last year.
- Donors gave U.S. charities $617 billion in 2025, according to the new Giving USA report
Philanthropic donations in the U.S. reached $617 billion in 2025, according to the new Giving USA report, reflecting a 3% increase from the prior year.
- Documenters report: Ramsey County commissioners consider 3.5% raise next year
The Ramsey County commissioners are considering a 3.5% salary increase for 2027, facing opposition from two residents who urged focusing on services and tax reduction. The board also approved a $265,000 grant for pediatric mental health training and a $1.2 million fund transfer for the Park at RiversEdge project.
- People are finally using Reddit’s search
Reddit's weekly search usage increased by 30% year-on-year, as announced by CEO Steve Huffman. The growth highlights a significant rise in user engagement with the platform's search feature.