Jaguars ‘Stadium of the Future’ deal passes City Council vote Jaguars stadium deal passes Jacksonville City Council vote USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 25, 2024
Chicago Alderman Ed Burke Sentenced To Two Years In Prison Former Chicago City Council member Ed Burke sentenced to 2 years in prison for corruption charges. Case highlights consequences of public corruption and ac... Top News · Jun 25, 2024
WATCH: Panthers great Jonathan Stewart speaks in favor of Bank of America Stadium renovation Jonathan Stewart spoke in front of Charlotte City Council ahead of Monday's vote for the proposed Bank of America Stadium renovation project. USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 24, 2024
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 · Jun 24, 2024
Report: Jaguars could play up to three London games in 2027 Report: Jaguars could play up to three London games in 2027 USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 24, 2024
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 · Jun 21, 2024
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 · Jun 19, 2024
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 · Jun 12, 2024
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 · Jun 11, 2024
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 · Jun 7, 2024
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 · Jun 7, 2024
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) · May 31, 2024
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 · May 29, 2024
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. Top News · May 22, 2024
The Texas Tribune · May 17, 2024 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 · May 16, 2024 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.
Newcastle Herald · May 13, 2024 Nowhere to go: Cessnock council clocks $6.4m loss in High Court appeal Not willing or able - Cessnock City Council 'broke its promise'
Top News · Apr 25, 2024 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 · Apr 25, 2024 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 · Apr 16, 2024 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 · Apr 16, 2024 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…
Top News · Apr 7, 2024 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.
Top News · Mar 30, 2024 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 · Mar 7, 2024 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.
Top News · Mar 3, 2024 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.