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#california-governor-race
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

Commentary: A cheat sheet for the California governor debate: Here's what to watch for

Candidates in California's gubernatorial race need to inspire voters and differentiate themselves ahead of the primary election.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
3 days ago

As Election Draws Closer, Mahan Continues to Lead in Fundraising

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan leads California governor candidates in campaign funds with $8.9 million, despite polling in single digits.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

Commentary: A cheat sheet for the California governor debate: Here's what to watch for

Candidates in California's gubernatorial race need to inspire voters and differentiate themselves ahead of the primary election.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
3 days ago

As Election Draws Closer, Mahan Continues to Lead in Fundraising

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan leads California governor candidates in campaign funds with $8.9 million, despite polling in single digits.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

What you need to know as Waltham Forest heads into local elections

Waltham Forest shows a potential shift in political control with Labour dominance challenged by Conservatives and emerging Green successes.
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

Urban Truth Collective: The One-Hour City Conspiracy - Streetsblog USA

"The '15-minute city' model is based on the original concept of a city: having the things we want and need closer to where we live. The idea is that we should be able to get to our everyday essentials within, ideally, 15 minutes on foot, bike, or public transit."
France news
#los-angeles
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

Contributor: How Spanish speakers are shut out of L.A.'s planning processes

Spanish is integral to Los Angeles culture, yet Spanish-speaking residents are often excluded from key decision-making processes.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Pratt and Raman lead Bass in latest fundraising for L.A. mayoral race

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces strong challengers in the primary, with Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman leading in fundraising efforts.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: Hollywood residents want more for their tax dollars. Councilman says he's trying

Hollywood's Lexington Park will not receive a new playground due to safety concerns and lack of funding.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Beasts of no party: the curious history of America's animal mayors

Ringo, a dog, won the mayoral election in Divide, Colorado, continuing the tradition of animal mayors in the town.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

What you need to know as Tower Hamlets heads into local elections

Tower Hamlets is the youngest and most densely populated borough in England, with significant demographic changes and a vibrant cultural landscape.
Fundraising
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Park leads challenger Malik in fundraising for L.A.'s coastal council seat

Traci Park leads fundraising for the 11th District seat with over $1.2 million against challenger Faizah Malik's $454,000 in the June 2 primary.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

'We're not done': Mayor says Toronto will fight provincial plan to take part of waterfront park | CBC News

"That is not democracy. That is a power grab," Chow told a crowd of people. "To the provincial government, you do not get to erase this park without a fight. And to the people standing here and to every Torontonian, we need your voice - talk to your neighbours, make some noise. This park belongs to you and we are going to keep it that way."
Canada news
Law
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Woodside releases investigation of Town Manager's allegations

Woodside Councilman Paul Goeld violated open meeting laws regarding his hiring process, according to an investigation into allegations by Town Manager Jason Ledbetter.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Commentary: 90 minutes, 6 gubernatorial candidates, zero big moments - but some differences that matter

Candidates' casual attire and lack of charisma reflect a disappointing political landscape in California's gubernatorial race.
Retirement
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Old Age Is Catching Up With Congress. This Morbid Pattern Is Proof.

Rep. David Scott of Georgia, a long-serving congressman, died unexpectedly while running for reelection, marking a concerning trend of lawmakers dying in office.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Gloves off in the battle to be Newham's next mayor

Labour's long-standing control in Newham faces challenges due to internal strife and public discontent, with new leadership promising change.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

Illinois Governor Bars State Employees From Insider Bets on Prediction Markets

Pritzker's office stated that the new order strengthens protections against insider trading in response to emerging risks tied to the rapid growth of event-based gambling.
Poker
#san-francisco
Higher education
from48 hills
6 days ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.
SF politics
fromMission Local
5 days ago

S.F. Board of Supervisors is too deferential to Mayor Lurie, Supervisor Melgar says

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors shows excessive deference to the mayor, impacting legislative effectiveness and collaboration.
Higher education
from48 hills
6 days ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.
SF politics
fromMission Local
5 days ago

S.F. Board of Supervisors is too deferential to Mayor Lurie, Supervisor Melgar says

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors shows excessive deference to the mayor, impacting legislative effectiveness and collaboration.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Good Morning, News: Senate Republicans Push ICE Funding, City Councilors Protest NDA Pressure, and More 'Will They Won't They' Ceasefire - Portland Mercury

Portland Public Schools faces a $50 million budget deficit, considering school closures and has received no emergency funding from state legislators.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Will Lindsey Boylan Be New York's Newest Sewer Socialist?

Lindsey Boylan, first woman to accuse Cuomo of harassment, is running for City Council with a progressive platform.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
6 days ago

Once accused of election fraud, former small-town mayor leaves court to applause

Joe Ceballos pleaded guilty to three misdemeanor charges related to election conduct, avoiding jail time and receiving a fine and probation.
#district-4
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

District 4 shaping up to be San Francisco's loudest and silliest race. As predicted.

District 4's special election is marked by underlying anger, significant financial influence, and contentious issues, making it a loud and unpredictable political contest.
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Supervisor Alan Wong has $540K backing District 4 campaign, much from Lurie's wealthy allies

Alan Wong is significantly supported by PACs in his campaign for District 4, outpacing rival Natalie Gee in funding.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Residents felt 'intimidated' in councillor flags row

A councillor apologized for inflammatory responses to residents' complaints about St George's flags, citing personal rather than professional communication.
fromFuturism
1 week ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

I ran because I thought the city was not listening to people. It's really the way the deal was handled that led to this kind of uprising.
US politics
#elections
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

East San Jose school district changes how its leaders are elected - San Jose Spotlight

Alum Rock Union School District is transitioning to trustee-area elections for board members to enhance local representation.
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

East San Jose school district changes how its leaders are elected - San Jose Spotlight

Alum Rock Union School District is transitioning to trustee-area elections for board members to enhance local representation.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

Why So Many Mayors Are Quitting | The Walrus

Record numbers of mayors and municipal councillors in Canada are resigning due to intense workloads, low salaries, and harassment incidents.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

As primary election nears, top candidates for California governor debate tonight

The debate takes place at a critical moment in the turbulent contest to replace termed-out Gov. Gavin Newsom, with ballots arriving in less than two weeks.
California
SF politics
fromKqed
6 days ago

A Pivotal Race in Shasta County | KQED

The Shasta County clerk race features Joanna Francescut and Clint Curtis, focusing on election transparency and contrasting experiences.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

How Democrats Can Lose Michigan, Again

Democrats may face challenges in Michigan as Abdul El-Sayed's leftist positions could alienate moderate voters despite appealing to party primary voters.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Inside the Green Party's top target in London as Labour faces election wipeout

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
#london-elections
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

What you need to know as Southwark heads into local elections

Labour remains dominant in London councils, but upcoming elections may lead to significant changes in control across boroughs.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

What you need to know as Redbridge heads into local elections

Labour's dominance in London is challenged by Independents and Greens, potentially leading to no overall control in upcoming elections.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

What you need to know as Southwark heads into local elections

Labour remains dominant in London councils, but upcoming elections may lead to significant changes in control across boroughs.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

What you need to know as Redbridge heads into local elections

Labour's dominance in London is challenged by Independents and Greens, potentially leading to no overall control in upcoming elections.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 weeks ago

District 8 Supervisor Race Calls for Leadership Grounded in Public Service - San Francisco Bay Times

Leadership in District 8 focuses on community connection, housing stability, and public safety to improve lives and honor the legacy of queer life.
#housing-affordability
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

L.A. voters doubt government can improve housing affordability, poll finds

L.A. voters see housing affordability and homelessness as serious issues but lack confidence in government solutions.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

L.A. voters doubt government can improve housing affordability, poll finds

L.A. voters see housing affordability and homelessness as serious issues but lack confidence in government solutions.
California
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Humpday Headlines: Gubernatorial Candidates to Face Off In New Debate

Six candidates for California governor will debate, with a focus on Democrats Porter, Becerra, and Steyer in a competitive race.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Indicted Democrat Who Just Quit Congress Is Running for Re-election

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress amid federal charges but is still running for re-election despite her party's denouncement of her actions.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
2 weeks ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Carmen De La Rosa

Carmen De La Rosa focuses on housing, technology access, and senior support in her role as a New York City Council Member.
#affordable-housing
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago
London politics

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
fromPolitics NY
1 month ago
NYC politics

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Christopher Marte

Council Member Marte prioritizes affordable housing, public land protection, and neighborhood resiliency while ensuring city agencies respond to community concerns and support working families in Lower Manhattan.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
1 month ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Christopher Marte

Council Member Marte prioritizes affordable housing, public land protection, and neighborhood resiliency while ensuring city agencies respond to community concerns and support working families in Lower Manhattan.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
2 weeks ago

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 weeks ago

A quick guide to the Oakland charter reform debate

Oakland voters may restructure city government in November, focusing on charter reform proposals that concentrate power in the mayor's office or strengthen the City Council.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 weeks ago

A quick guide to the Oakland charter reform debate

Oakland voters may restructure city government in November, focusing on charter reform proposals that concentrate power in the mayor's office or strengthen the City Council.
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Scott Wiener's congressional campaign strategy: 5 house parties a week

Scott Wiener actively campaigns to replace Nancy Pelosi, focusing on small gatherings to connect with voters and discuss policy details.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Over $1M backing Supervisor Stephen Sherrill in District 2 race, much from PACs

Stephen Sherrill has over $1 million in campaign funding, while Lori Brooke has raised significantly less without PAC support.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
2 weeks ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Gale Brewer

Gale Brewer focuses on affordable housing, public safety, and community services to improve constituents' daily lives in New York City.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Inside
5 days ago

No Big Winner in Statewide Debate of CA Governor Hopefuls

Homelessness, gas prices, and political blame dominated the gubernatorial debate in San Francisco, highlighting divisions between Republican and Democratic candidates.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

As California election season heats up, Anh Phoong stars in political ad

When something's wrong, call Anh Phoong. And when insurance is looking grim, vote for Jane Kim. This collaboration emphasizes the importance of supporting women in leadership roles.
SF politics
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 week ago

S.F. supe candidate says GrowSF tried talking him out of race, offered to 'look into' commission seat

GrowSF attempted to persuade Albert Chow not to run against Alan Wong for District 4 supervisor, suggesting a potential city commission appointment.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Will the Becerra Surge Save or Sink California Democrats?

Xavier Becerra is gaining traction in the California gubernatorial race following Eric Swalwell's withdrawal amid scandal.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Is your Oakland City Council member showing up? On the podcast

City Hall reporters Eli Wolfe and Natalie Orenstein tracked every Oakland City Council vote in 2025 - all 138 of them at full council meetings, plus 519 more at committee meetings - to find out how your representative is doing the most basic part of the job.
East Bay (California)
fromAxios
1 month ago

The "Squad" left faces complete wipeout in Illinois Democratic primaries

AIPAC pivoted in the final week of the campaign to focusing its fire on the more pro-Palestinian Abughazaleh than Biss, who was backed by the Congressional Progressive Caucus and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.). Another AIPAC affiliate, Chicago Progressive Partnership, ran ads painting Abughazaleh as a closet Republican and boosting a lower tier leftist in the race, Bushra Amiwala.
US politics
#democratic-primary
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A race for a safe blue seat tests how far left Democrats want new leaders to go

Daniel Biss, Evanston's mayor, leads a crowded Democratic primary race to succeed retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky in Illinois' 9th congressional district, emphasizing generational change and combining government experience with activist credentials.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A race for a safe blue seat tests how far left Democrats want new leaders to go

Daniel Biss, Evanston's mayor, leads a crowded Democratic primary race to succeed retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky in Illinois' 9th congressional district, emphasizing generational change and combining government experience with activist credentials.
US Elections
fromAxios
1 month ago

Scoop: How the left plans to start winning Democratic primaries again

Progressive candidates won only one of four Chicago-area congressional races despite Congressional Progressive Caucus endorsements, with establishment and AIPAC-backed candidates prevailing in most contests.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Indicted Chicago-area progressive MAGA foe falls short in Illinois Democratic U.S. House primary

Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss won the Illinois 9th Congressional District Democratic primary, defeating Gen-Z candidate Kat Abughazaleh in a closely watched open-seat race.
#los-angeles-elections
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Here's the final list of candidates for L.A. city elections

Fourteen candidates qualified to run for Los Angeles mayor in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Karen Bass, City Councilmember Nithya Raman, and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt, with seven City Council incumbents facing challengers.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Here's the final list of candidates for L.A. city elections

Fourteen candidates qualified to run for Los Angeles mayor in the June 2 primary, including incumbent Karen Bass, City Councilmember Nithya Raman, and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt, with seven City Council incumbents facing challengers.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Chicago's missing middle housing plan targets surplus public land

Chicago city planners are trying to solve a national problem that officials in many cities talk about but rarely tackle at scale turning idle public land into missing middle housing in neighborhoods that have seen decades of disinvestment. For a third round, planners and city officials have initiative selling tracts of surplus property for small-scale residential infill, rather than marketing these parcels for parking, speculation or short-term budget plug-ins.
Real estate
#illinois-senate-race
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

How Illinois May Bumble Its Way Into Electing a Senate Moderate

Illinois Democrats risk nominating moderate Raja Krishnamoorthi for Senate despite progressive values dominating the state, as left-wing voters face potential vote-splitting and limited time to organize an alternative.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Pritzker Flexes Political Muscle in Illinois Senate Race

Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won Illinois's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, virtually securing the seat in the reliably liberal state and validating Governor Pritzker's endorsement.
US politics
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

Caruso needs some time to think on LA mayoral run

Rick Caruso is reconsidering a Los Angeles mayoral run amid allegations Mayor Karen Bass sought to remove or soften information about the Palisades Fire.
NYC politics
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

Mayor Mamdani Tries To Turn Down The Heat As Police Demand Blood Over Rowdy Snowball Fight

A snowball fight in Washington Square Park escalated when police arrived, injuring two officers, prompting debate over whether the incident constitutes criminal assault.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Portland City Council Votes To Reshape Its Committee Structure

Portland's transition to a new form of government last January brought new practices and procedures for the City Council. Among the largest changes, impacting both the Council and members of the public, was the introduction of eight policy committees. The committees, which considered topics including transportation, climate, finance, homelessness, and public safety, were intended to provide a focused venue for councilors to introduce legislation and hold conversations on specific topics, as well as to hear public testimony.
US politics
SF politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Illinois's Next Black Senator Deserves Credit for Her Own Campaign

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, becoming the third Black woman senator and only the sixth in history.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Who is Daniel Biss, the Democrat who narrowly beat Gen-Z star Kat Abughazaleh in Illinois

A mathematician by training, he earned a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and later taught at the University of Chicago before entering public office. He served in the Illinois House and Senate from 2011 to 2019, where he built a reputation as a policy-driven progressive focused on campaign finance reform, voting access, and structural changes to government.
SF politics
fromThe Center Square
2 months ago

Senate Dems: 'We in Illinois need to tax'

If you live in Illinois, you pay a greater percentage of your income in taxes than almost anyone of any income stratus anywhere in the country. That's not right,
US politics
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Sunset Dunes supporters face a District 4 election with no clear candidate

A lot of them seemed focused on getting back to what they had, rather than working with the reality we have right now. The minority that voted for the park is a big and motivated voting bloc, and it feels like all the candidates are just very casually ignoring that.
SF politics
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