Columbus faces challenges recruiting new officers amid $900M public safety budget proposal
Sofia Patel
Sofia Patel
Reporter · Columbus, OH
Sofia Patel, a Columbus native and graduate of Kenyon College, has spent 5 years delving into community issues and human-interest stories. She has contributed to various neighborhood publications and is passionate about shedding light on the diverse voices within her city.
More from Sofia →Reporter · Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:03 AM · 1 min read
As the city looks to build up its police and fire ranks, union leaders say recruiting and retaining those workers remains a challenge.