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Longest-serving Chicago City Council member gets 2 years in prison for corruption

The longest-serving City Council member in Chicago history has been sentenced to two years in prison for corruption

The Independent UK

Report: Jaguars could play up to three London games in 2027

USA Today Sports Media Group

Report: City Council axes $94 million from Jaguars’ stadium deal CBA

Report: City Council axes $94 million from Jaguars' stadium deal CBA

USA Today Sports Media Group

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Shouting "Chick with a Dick" "Multiple Times" at City Council Meeting Was Disruptive, Could Justify Ejection

So holds a federal court, also concluding that earlier sexual discussions could likewise justify restriction in the open public comment period (treated by the law as a “limited public forum,” in which reasonable and viewpoint-neutral restrictions are constitutional).

Reason

Oklahoma S. Ct. Vacates Restraining Order Against Self-Described Pastor Who Was Sharply Condemning Pro-Gay-Equality Activists

The court concludes the pastor's posts were about the activists' organization (Oklahomans for Equality) and not about them personally; it thus avoided having to decide whether the First Amendment would have protected the speech if it was indeed about the activists personally.

Reason

Los Angeles authorities say neighboring cities are taking homeless people to its streets

City Council President Paul Krekorian said that other jurisdictions "prefer to just push people into Los Angeles rather than addressing the problem themselves"

Latin Times

Dallas could vote on decriminalization of small amounts of marijuana in November ballot

The possibility depends on City Council members approving the plan. State AG Ken Paxton has sued to block similar initiatives

Latin Times

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Dallas voters could get the chance to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana

Other cities have passed similar measures, but Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued to block them from going into effect.

The Texas Tribune

Glasgow City Council committed to working with Celtic and Rangers on trophy parties

Glasgow City Council have stressed they would welcome the chance to work with Celtic and Rangers and help to put on an official trophy celebration…

The National (Scotland)

Despite pressure, Amarillo City Council punts on abortion travel ban petition

Supporters of the petition may ultimately seek a vote of Amarillo residents later this fall.

The Texas Tribune

Former Murder Convict Running For City Council In Palm Bay

Former convict Michael Bruyette runs for Palm Bay city council, aiming for community improvement despite his controversial past.

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Austin enacts sweeping reforms to cut down housing costs

City leaders and advocates hope reducing the size of lots used to build homes will increase housing supply.

The Texas Tribune

Amarillo City Council must vote on abortion travel ban following successful voter petition

The council has been reluctant to approve the ban since it first debated the issue last fall.

The Texas Tribune

Nowhere to go: Cessnock council clocks $6.4m loss in High Court appeal

Not willing or able - Cessnock City Council 'broke its promise'

Newcastle Herald

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Minneapolis Implements Minimum Price For Cigarettes

Minneapolis City Council implements minimum cigarette price to discourage smoking and promote public health, setting a new standard in tobacco regulation.

The Texas Tribune

This East Texas town hasn’t held a city council election in at least 18 years

In Kennard, City Council members have been appointed after previous members retired or died.

Ballotpedia

All candidates for Winston-Salem City Council Northwest Ward complete Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey

Both of the candidates running in the Nov. 5, 2024, general election for Winston-Salem City Council Northwest Ward — Regina Ford Hall (D) and Jimmy Hodson (R) — completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.

Ballotpedia

Voters in Irvine, California, approved Measure D, adding two more city councilmembers and changing from at-large to by-district elections beginning in Nov.

Voters in Irvine, California, approved Measure D on March 5, with 59.8% voting for the charter amendment. Beginning with the general election in November, Measure D will increase the size of the city council from five to seven members, including the mayor, and require the council members to be elected…

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Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson Absent From Key Votes

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson faces scrutiny for frequent absences despite advocating for accountability.

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Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt Berkeley City Council Meeting

Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Berkeley City Council meeting, shouting derogatory remarks during Holocaust Remembrance Day vote.

The Texas Tribune

A petition to recall Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson fails

The former Democratic state lawmaker announced he was switching party affiliations last year — prompting the recall by community activist Davante Peters.

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Councilwoman Palladino Calls For Strengthening Sanctuary City Law

New York City Councilwoman Palladino opposes sanctuary city law, calls for reinstating ICE, and emphasizes unity in addressing city challenges.

The Texas Tribune

Dallas’ city manager resigns, leaving one more major Texas city without a chief executive

City Manager T.C. Broadnax resigned amid tensions with city leaders, including Mayor Eric Johnson. Three of Texas’ major cities — Dallas, Austin and El Paso — now have vacancies at the top of their local governments.

Capital & Main

The Landlord Behind Massive Los Angeles Eviction Has Spent More Than $1 Million on City Elections

Douglas Emmett Inc.’s surge in donations began after a city councilman opposed evictions.

Chicago Sun-Times

Follow the law on arbitration for Chicago police accused of serious misconduct

If City Council members don’t like the law, they should try changing it.

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