A Closer Look spotlights a story by a BTPM NPR reporter that week. In this second episode, Assistant Managing Editor Ryan Zunner sits down with reporter Alex Simone to discuss a new initiative designed to increase Buffalo public safety and get police out in the community.

BTPM NPR Assistant Managing Editor Ryan Zunner and reporter Holly Kirkpatrick take a closer look at the City of Buffalo’s budget, which was approved Tuesday by the Common Council with amendments.