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Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
15 hours ago

Op-Ed | Strengthening local democracy through charter reform * Brooklyn Paper

Public engagement in local democracy and charter changes is vital for effective governance in New York City.
#corruption
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

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.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago
NYC politics

Commentary: In this city, politics feels like Wrestlemania. Who should we cheer?

Huntington Park is embroiled in political scandal involving allegations against council members and a significant investigation into local governance.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

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.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago
NYC politics

Commentary: In this city, politics feels like Wrestlemania. Who should we cheer?

Huntington Park is embroiled in political scandal involving allegations against council members and a significant investigation into local governance.
more#corruption
#oakland
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

They say Oakland government is broken - and have a plan to fix it

Oakland's governance issues stem from a weak mayoral system and divided loyalties among city leaders.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng Thao

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is accused of involvement in a bribery scheme affecting city governance, alongside her partner and waste company owners.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Final day of voting underway in Oakland special election to pick new mayor

Oakland's special election aims to address leadership issues and public safety concerns following the recall of Mayor Sheng Thao.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

They say Oakland government is broken - and have a plan to fix it

Oakland's governance issues stem from a weak mayoral system and divided loyalties among city leaders.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng Thao

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is accused of involvement in a bribery scheme affecting city governance, alongside her partner and waste company owners.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Final day of voting underway in Oakland special election to pick new mayor

Oakland's special election aims to address leadership issues and public safety concerns following the recall of Mayor Sheng Thao.
more#oakland
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

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.
fromPortlandTribune.com
2 months ago
Portland

Misconduct and mayhem: What you need to know about the report against St. Helens' ex-chief

Former Chief Brian Greenway's tenure at St. Helens police was marred by misconduct and internal conflict.
#community-services
from48 hills
3 months ago
SF politics

Lurie takes office-and the supes elect a new board president. Here are the contenders - 48 hills

Mayor 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.
fromMission Local
3 months ago
SF politics

Nearly one-third of S.F. nonprofits in city survey didn't meet fiscal standards

30% of city-funded nonprofits in San Francisco fail to comply with fiscal rules, prompting calls for better oversight and support.
from48 hills
3 months ago
SF politics

Lurie takes office-and the supes elect a new board president. Here are the contenders - 48 hills

Mayor 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.
fromMission Local
3 months ago
SF politics

Nearly one-third of S.F. nonprofits in city survey didn't meet fiscal standards

30% of city-funded nonprofits in San Francisco fail to comply with fiscal rules, prompting calls for better oversight and support.
more#community-services
fromAustin Monitor
3 months ago
Austin

Watson touts moves toward stability, predictability for city services in 2024 - Austin Monitor

Mayor Kirk Watson emphasizes stability in city governance and police relations for 2025.
NYC politics
fromFox News
9 months ago

Horrifying details emerge about drug users, mentally ill living on streets on Manhattan's West Side

Councilman Erik Bottcher declares humanitarian crisis due to homeless population in Manhattan's West Side.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
10 months ago
SF politics

Recall effort against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has enough signatures for election

A recall campaign against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has gathered enough valid petition signatures, likely heading to the November election.
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