Cops gain from stimumlus

ocal crime-fighting efforts are getting a boost, thanks to millions of dollars in grants allocated to Southern California as part of the federal stimulus package, the White House announced Friday.
Jerry Berrios in the Daily News.
The grants can be spent to retain or rehire law enforcement officers, create or enhance drug and gang task forces, and for crime prevention or domestic violence programs, officials said.

Los Angeles is eligible for more than $14.2 million, while Los Angeles County can get more than $3.5 million.