Libby Schaaf: Oakland school superintendent firing was rash and confounding,' last city budget irresponsible.'Kyla Johnson-Trammel's firing reflects poor leadership decisions that may deter future talent in Oakland's education system.
Letters: Oakland voters must compare visions of Lee, TaylorA mayor of Oakland should possess strong leadership qualities and the ability to unify the community despite having limited powers.
Did Coral Gables mayor and vice mayor keep or donate the raises they voted against?Mayor Lago and Vice Mayor Anderson opposed significant pay raises for city commissioners, promoting accountability and transparency.
Letters: Gavin Newsom joins the crowd with trans athlete stanceGov. Newsom's comments indicate a controversial stance on transgender athletes, suggesting gender assigned at birth should determine team eligibility.
San Jose mayor pushes to link city official pay raises to performancesSan Jose Mayor proposes tying pay raises for city officials to performance against key goals.
San Jose City Council Strips Councilmember Omar Torres of All Appointed PositionsSan Jose City Council unanimously removed Omar Torres from all city committee positions due to continued absences and serious allegations against him.
San Jose mayor pushes to link city official pay raises to performancesSan Jose Mayor proposes tying pay raises for city officials to performance against key goals.
San Jose City Council Strips Councilmember Omar Torres of All Appointed PositionsSan Jose City Council unanimously removed Omar Torres from all city committee positions due to continued absences and serious allegations against him.
The Miami mayor's race is heating up. This former city commissioner is planning a runKen Russell aims to run for mayor of Miami to address governance issues and implement reforms after a two-year hiatus.
LA Mayor Karen Bass praises Breed in panel, all but endorsing herLos Angeles Mayor Karen Bass leans towards endorsing Mayor London Breed, offering to hold a fundraiser for her reelection.
The Miami mayor's race is heating up. This former city commissioner is planning a runKen Russell aims to run for mayor of Miami to address governance issues and implement reforms after a two-year hiatus.
LA Mayor Karen Bass praises Breed in panel, all but endorsing herLos Angeles Mayor Karen Bass leans towards endorsing Mayor London Breed, offering to hold a fundraiser for her reelection.
Time for reform? San Francisco has been working under same legislative rules for nearly 30 yearsSan Francisco's city charter, unchanged for nearly 30 years, requires reform due to its complicated governance structure and diminished mayoral authority.
A showdown on Lurie's move to fire police commissioner - 48 hillsMayor Lurie's effort to remove a Police Commission member faces opposition from a united coalition advocating for police accountability.
Lurie's Fentanyl Response Clears San Francisco Board of Supervisors | KQEDMayor Lurie's legislation aims to streamline city responses to drug-related crises and has gained initial support despite concerns about oversight.
Can Daniel Lurie, San Francisco's New Major, Make the City Shine Again?Daniel Lurie prioritizes basic city governance over national political debates as new mayor of San Francisco.
Lurie Rolls Out Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance, But Supervisors' Dissent Already BrewingMayor Daniel Lurie faces challenges in swiftly passing his Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance due to pushback and concerns about oversight.
SF City Hall Cancels Contracts With Nonprofit That Had Improper Spending ScandalCity officials found self-dealing by a former director, leading to contract cancellations with a controversial nonprofit to restore integrity in public funding.
Time for reform? San Francisco has been working under same legislative rules for nearly 30 yearsSan Francisco's city charter, unchanged for nearly 30 years, requires reform due to its complicated governance structure and diminished mayoral authority.
A showdown on Lurie's move to fire police commissioner - 48 hillsMayor Lurie's effort to remove a Police Commission member faces opposition from a united coalition advocating for police accountability.
Lurie's Fentanyl Response Clears San Francisco Board of Supervisors | KQEDMayor Lurie's legislation aims to streamline city responses to drug-related crises and has gained initial support despite concerns about oversight.
Can Daniel Lurie, San Francisco's New Major, Make the City Shine Again?Daniel Lurie prioritizes basic city governance over national political debates as new mayor of San Francisco.
Lurie Rolls Out Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance, But Supervisors' Dissent Already BrewingMayor Daniel Lurie faces challenges in swiftly passing his Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance due to pushback and concerns about oversight.
SF City Hall Cancels Contracts With Nonprofit That Had Improper Spending ScandalCity officials found self-dealing by a former director, leading to contract cancellations with a controversial nonprofit to restore integrity in public funding.
Lurie wants to ask his rich friends to fund his programs. Here's why it won't work - 48 hillsMayor Lurie can now directly seek private donations to combat fentanyl without board approval, raising concerns over donor influence.
Cowardly Kathy Hochul caves to progressives on punishing Eric Adams (and his voters)Gov. Kathy Hochul's measures undermine Mayor Eric Adams, aiming to impose progressive control over his administration without outright removal.
Adams Confident in Leadership Despite Wave of ResignationsMayor Eric Adams reassures New Yorkers of his commitment amidst high-profile resignations and ongoing investigations within his administration.
Cowardly Kathy Hochul caves to progressives on punishing Eric Adams (and his voters)Gov. Kathy Hochul's measures undermine Mayor Eric Adams, aiming to impose progressive control over his administration without outright removal.
Adams Confident in Leadership Despite Wave of ResignationsMayor Eric Adams reassures New Yorkers of his commitment amidst high-profile resignations and ongoing investigations within his administration.
Evaluation will resume this month on proposal to consolidate and eliminate some boards and commissions - Austin MonitorCouncil Member Ryan Alter proposes a review of the city's citizen advisory boards to enhance governance and address attendance issues.
State Sen. Myrie expresses concern over 'steady exodus of city commissioners'David Banks' resignation raises alarms about leadership stability in New York City's critical agencies amid a growing affordability crisis.
Berkeley business-owners are taking city rot and lawlessness into their own handsBerkeley is facing significant public safety concerns due to inaction on homelessness and drug use, despite a recent ruling allowing for camping bans.
Misconduct and mayhem: What you need to know about the report against St. Helens' ex-chiefFormer Chief Brian Greenway's tenure at St. Helens police was marred by misconduct and internal conflict.
State Sen. Myrie expresses concern over 'steady exodus of city commissioners'David Banks' resignation raises alarms about leadership stability in New York City's critical agencies amid a growing affordability crisis.
Berkeley business-owners are taking city rot and lawlessness into their own handsBerkeley is facing significant public safety concerns due to inaction on homelessness and drug use, despite a recent ruling allowing for camping bans.
Misconduct and mayhem: What you need to know about the report against St. Helens' ex-chiefFormer Chief Brian Greenway's tenure at St. Helens police was marred by misconduct and internal conflict.
Push to consolidate city boards and commissions draws criticism from UTC - Austin MonitorThe Urban Transportation Commission opposes the merger of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Councils into its structure.
Oakland leaders react to former Mayor Sheng Thao's bribery accusations: 'Shocked and disappointed'Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces serious federal indictments, impacting public trust and highlighting long-standing corruption issues in the city.
Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng ThaoFormer Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is accused of involvement in a bribery scheme affecting city governance, alongside her partner and waste company owners.
Oakland leaders react to former Mayor Sheng Thao's bribery accusations: 'Shocked and disappointed'Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces serious federal indictments, impacting public trust and highlighting long-standing corruption issues in the city.
Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng ThaoFormer Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is accused of involvement in a bribery scheme affecting city governance, alongside her partner and waste company owners.
California fires: 11 killed and 10,000 structures destroyed as blazes continueThe Los Angeles wildfires have devastated communities, destroyed thousands of structures, and highlighted issues of funding and leadership accountability.
Lurie takes office-and the supes elect a new board president. Here are the contenders - 48 hillsMayor Daniel Lurie's inauguration coincides with the Board of Supes meeting to elect a new president, influencing the city's political landscape.The election of the Board president is pivotal for assigning power dynamics and committee roles between progressives and conservatives.
Watson touts moves toward stability, predictability for city services in 2024 - Austin MonitorMayor Kirk Watson emphasizes stability in city governance and police relations for 2025.
Lurie takes office-and the supes elect a new board president. Here are the contenders - 48 hillsMayor Daniel Lurie's inauguration coincides with the Board of Supes meeting to elect a new president, influencing the city's political landscape.The election of the Board president is pivotal for assigning power dynamics and committee roles between progressives and conservatives.
Watson touts moves toward stability, predictability for city services in 2024 - Austin MonitorMayor Kirk Watson emphasizes stability in city governance and police relations for 2025.
Readers respond: Bring city workers back to officeThe importance of city workers returning to the office for overall urban vitality and productivity.
Reckdahl clinches Palo Alto council seat by 10 votesKeith Reckdahl's 10-vote victory for the Palo Alto City Council signals a focus on fresh perspectives in governance and housing development initiatives.
Who's going to run Oakland when Mayor Sheng Thao leaves? Your biggest questions answeredThe Oakland city charter presents gaps regarding post-election leadership succession, creating uncertainty in interim governance roles.
Mayor Adams reminds NYC workers not to 'accept gifts or favors' ahead of holidays - while accused of doing just that: 'Gods of irony at work'Mayor Eric Adams's reminder to city workers about gift policies is seen as hypocritical amidst his legal issues concerning bribery.
STREET VIEW: Gravel in the Bike LaneCities like Portland struggle with street maintenance while also prioritizing bike and bus lanes, revealing conflicting urban planning goals.
Berkeley mayor race remains tight after latest election results releasedSophie Hahn and Adena Ishii are in a close race for Berkeley mayor with Hahn leading by 1,081 votes and many ballots left to count.
What to Know About New York's Six Ballot MeasuresVoters will decide on a reproductive rights amendment and five charter proposals in New York City that may increase mayoral power and weaken checks-and-balances.
'It would be catastrophic': After Keller Fire, Oakland officials caution against OFD cutsThe Keller Fire highlights Oakland's fire vulnerability and the challenges posed by severe budget deficits.
San Jose could strip embattled city councilmember of committee assignmentsSan Jose Councilmember Omar Torres faces potential loss of committee roles amid a sexual misconduct investigation involving minors.
Why No One Pays for the BusFare evasion on D.C. buses has skyrocketed to nearly 70%, highlighting a significant governance issue.
What's happening to Toronto's commemorative plaques? 18 missing from midtown | CBC NewsAt least 18 bronze commemorative plaques have vanished in Toronto, raising concerns of theft and lack of tracking for such artifacts.
NYC Public Advocate Williams 'saddened and angered' following Caban resignationPublic Advocate Jumaane Williams expressed his sadness and anger over the resignation of Police Commissioner Edward Caban amid investigations into the administration.
Good Morning News: Mayoral Candidates Rack Up Traffic Tickets, JD Vance Makes Bogus Claims, and Tributes Pour In For James Earl JonesPortland mayoral candidates have problematic driving and parking records, raising concerns about their accountability.The article highlights issues related to the driving and parking infractions of candidates in Portland's mayoral race.
Meet Your Portland 2024 Mayoral CandidatesPortland's revised city charter shifts the mayor to an administrative role, with the council elected by district, affecting governance dynamics significantly.
Candidate for Mayor Carmen Rubio Snaps Up Endorsement From Gov. Tina KotekGov. Tina Kotek endorses Carmen Rubio for Portland mayor, praising her track record of results and focus on key city issues.Carmen Rubio's long-standing relationships and experience in Portland City Hall and the nonprofit sector have garnered significant endorsements for her mayoral campaign.
Good Morning News: Mayoral Candidates Rack Up Traffic Tickets, JD Vance Makes Bogus Claims, and Tributes Pour In For James Earl JonesPortland mayoral candidates have problematic driving and parking records, raising concerns about their accountability.The article highlights issues related to the driving and parking infractions of candidates in Portland's mayoral race.
Meet Your Portland 2024 Mayoral CandidatesPortland's revised city charter shifts the mayor to an administrative role, with the council elected by district, affecting governance dynamics significantly.
Candidate for Mayor Carmen Rubio Snaps Up Endorsement From Gov. Tina KotekGov. Tina Kotek endorses Carmen Rubio for Portland mayor, praising her track record of results and focus on key city issues.Carmen Rubio's long-standing relationships and experience in Portland City Hall and the nonprofit sector have garnered significant endorsements for her mayoral campaign.
Mounting Inquiries Raise Questions About Adams's Ability to Run New YorkFederal investigations into Mayor Adams's administration raise serious concerns about his ability to govern New York City effectively.
Adams vs. Adams: A Power Struggle in New York City Turns UglyThe New York City Council speaker plans to introduce legislation requiring mayoral approval on key appointments, potentially curbing the mayor's authority.
Zellnor Myrie's Challenge Is a Moment of Reckoning for Eric AdamsState Senator Myrie challenges Mayor Adams due to perceived lack of leadership and focus on basic necessities like quake and storm responses.
Mounting Inquiries Raise Questions About Adams's Ability to Run New YorkFederal investigations into Mayor Adams's administration raise serious concerns about his ability to govern New York City effectively.
Adams vs. Adams: A Power Struggle in New York City Turns UglyThe New York City Council speaker plans to introduce legislation requiring mayoral approval on key appointments, potentially curbing the mayor's authority.
Zellnor Myrie's Challenge Is a Moment of Reckoning for Eric AdamsState Senator Myrie challenges Mayor Adams due to perceived lack of leadership and focus on basic necessities like quake and storm responses.
Specter of scandals, calls for change hang over competitive Fremont mayor's raceFremont's mayoral race features four candidates highlighting differing views on necessary changes in city government.Raj Salwan aims to bring change while promoting transparency by avoiding campaign donations.
Horrifying details emerge about drug users, mentally ill living on streets on Manhattan's West SideCouncilman Erik Bottcher declares humanitarian crisis due to homeless population in Manhattan's West Side.
Berkeley mayor's race: Candidates face off on housing, race, climate, seniorsCandidates Sophie Hahn, Kate Harrison, and Adena Ishii discuss housing, race, policing, business, and the environment at a mayoral forum in Berkeley.
Meet the District 5 candidates: Where does power lie in SF?Empowering future mayors by limiting city commissions and giving mayors more power over department heads.
NYC council introduces bill to increase oversight over mayoral picks for top jobsThe legislation introduced by Speaker Adrienne Adams aims to expand the council's power over mayoral appointees, with a focus on commissioner-level positions.
Burbank police 'dumped' shoeless homeless man in L.A., City Council president allegesA homeless man was left barefoot on a Los Angeles sidewalk by Burbank police officers, sparking controversy and investigations.
The Power to Get San Jose Back on Track Is in Our HandsListening to the community can lead to successful campaigns rooted in common purpose.
Editorial | Checking City Hall | amNewYorkThe City Council in New York approved a law authorizing a ballot referendum for expanded advice and consent powers over mayoral appointments.Mayor Eric Adams declined to veto the legislation, despite his displeasure, facing a probable override due to a veto-proof majority.
Recall effort against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has enough signatures for electionA recall campaign against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has gathered enough valid petition signatures, likely heading to the November election.
Exclusive: Thirteen Antioch officers lost their jobs over crimes and racist texting scandals, while others faced demotions, pay cuts, reprimandMultiple Antioch police officers lost their jobs due to alleged crimes and racism, with some decisions reversed via arbitration.The city is working on rebuilding the police department with a focus on diversity and integrity.
San Jose pays $350K to woman kicked and dragged by police officer in viral encounterThe San Jose City Council approved a $350,000 payment to settle a federal excessive-force lawsuit filed by Guadalupe Marin against the police officer who kicked and dragged her during a car stop.