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Oakland city administrator fires high-ranking official

It's unclear why Johnson fired Simmons, who has served as an Assistant City Administrator since 2020 and worked in Oakland's government for over two decades.

NYC politics

fromAol

2 months ago

Eric Adams rips Brooklyn lawmaker who called for Rikers closure then fought jail in his own district: 'Hypocrite'

Brooklyn lawmaker Restler criticized the new jail construction in his district, sparking accusations of hypocrisy from the Adams administration.

fromAustin Monitor

2 months ago

Audit shows former Austin Water employee directed search of boss' inbox - Austin Monitor

Johnsonâs misuse of city resources to unveil a complainant's identity, despite the complaint being anonymous, led to his resignation amid the investigation.

Privacy professionals

SF politics

fromMission Local

3 months ago

Mayor Lurie's latest reform will take longer than the promised timeline. It's still a good idea.

San Francisco's permitting system remains complex and harrowing for many, prompting a mayoral initiative to streamline processes.

East Bay (California)

fromThe Oaklandside

4 months ago

'We're gonna fight for our members': Unions respond to Oakland layoffs

City employee unions oppose layoffs made in response to a $130 million budget shortfall, claiming contract violations and arguing for accountability.