Bill Maher's First "Real Time" of 2025 Took On Wildfires
Bill Maher critiques local political responses to wildfires in Los Angeles, emphasizing the need for accountability and systemic change in disaster management.
What previous California wildfires can teach us about rebuilding LA
Older homeowners prefer relocating over rebuilding, risking future wildfire resilience.
Bill Maher's First "Real Time" of 2025 Took On Wildfires
Bill Maher critiques local political responses to wildfires in Los Angeles, emphasizing the need for accountability and systemic change in disaster management.
What previous California wildfires can teach us about rebuilding LA
Older homeowners prefer relocating over rebuilding, risking future wildfire resilience.
Deportations And ICE Tactics Worry NYC Mayoral Hopefuls
Candidates criticized the current administration's handling of housing and immigration, uniting them despite differing views on transportation reforms.
South Bronx officials push back against city's plan for massive migrant shelter - Bronx Times
Opposition is rising against the city's plan to open a new migrant shelter in the South Bronx amid ongoing concerns from local officials.
Fianna Fail candidates turn on Government over immigration policy
Local political candidates are pushing back against migrant accommodation, raising safety concerns and portraying government management of migration as reckless.
South Bronx officials push back against city's plan for massive migrant shelter - Bronx Times
Opposition is rising against the city's plan to open a new migrant shelter in the South Bronx amid ongoing concerns from local officials.
Fianna Fail candidates turn on Government over immigration policy
Local political candidates are pushing back against migrant accommodation, raising safety concerns and portraying government management of migration as reckless.
OPINION: An open letter to three new supervisors with a few questions - 48 hills
The author seeks clarity on leadership's stance on pressing local issues including the housing crisis and revenue generation from affluent residents.
Edi Birsan's exit from council is the end of a colorful era for Concord politics
Edi Birsan emphasized dialogue and community engagement during his impactful tenure as Concord City Council member before being narrowly defeated in an election.
From Round Rock's school board to City Hall, District 6 newcomer Krista Laine gives conservatives a run for their money - Austin Monitor
Krista Laine's shift from real estate to politics was catalyzed by her activism during the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting the power of community engagement.
First candidates officially file paperwork to fill vacant San Jose City Council seat
Interest in replacing Omar Torres is high with a diverse group of candidates vying for an interim appointment and special election.
Election 2024: Night Two at The New Parkway (Oakland)
The New Parkway will host an election night event focused on activism and community engagement.
OPINION: An open letter to three new supervisors with a few questions - 48 hills
The author seeks clarity on leadership's stance on pressing local issues including the housing crisis and revenue generation from affluent residents.
Edi Birsan's exit from council is the end of a colorful era for Concord politics
Edi Birsan emphasized dialogue and community engagement during his impactful tenure as Concord City Council member before being narrowly defeated in an election.
From Round Rock's school board to City Hall, District 6 newcomer Krista Laine gives conservatives a run for their money - Austin Monitor
Krista Laine's shift from real estate to politics was catalyzed by her activism during the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting the power of community engagement.
First candidates officially file paperwork to fill vacant San Jose City Council seat
Interest in replacing Omar Torres is high with a diverse group of candidates vying for an interim appointment and special election.
Election 2024: Night Two at The New Parkway (Oakland)
The New Parkway will host an election night event focused on activism and community engagement.
While investigation is unresolved, Melissa Fireside begins new role on Clackamas County commission
New Commissioner Melissa Fireside faces an ongoing criminal investigation over serious allegations as she joins the Clackamas County Board of Commissioners.
Novakhov celebrates narrow re-election victory with South Brooklyn community * Brooklyn Paper
Assembly Member Michael Novakhov celebrated his re-election amidst community support, emphasizing continued efforts for safety, fairness, and transparency in South Brooklyn.
Oakland's new mayor is Kevin Jenkins - for now
The Oakland City Council underwent significant changes with new members and leadership elected during a chaotic special meeting, aiming for collaborative governance.
The Mercury's Most Popular News Stories of 2024
Readers are interested in local politics and election coverage.
The Mercury covered the Portland City Council and mayoral elections extensively.
The 2024 elections featured an unusually high number of candidates.
Candidates in the lead in race for Richmond City Council
Richmond City Council incumbents faced tight reelection races, showcasing voter sentiment and potential shifts in council dynamics.
Election 2024: Follow here for election results and our LIVE BLOG - San Jose Spotlight
Silicon Valley voters are making critical decisions today for congressional and local elections, highlighting the importance of voter engagement.
Tootie Smith addresses the end of her time as leader of the Clackamas County board
Tootie Smith reflects on her eight years as chair of Clackamas County Commission and concedes her re-election defeat to Craig Roberts.
Novakhov celebrates narrow re-election victory with South Brooklyn community * Brooklyn Paper
Assembly Member Michael Novakhov celebrated his re-election amidst community support, emphasizing continued efforts for safety, fairness, and transparency in South Brooklyn.
Oakland's new mayor is Kevin Jenkins - for now
The Oakland City Council underwent significant changes with new members and leadership elected during a chaotic special meeting, aiming for collaborative governance.
The Mercury's Most Popular News Stories of 2024
Readers are interested in local politics and election coverage.
The Mercury covered the Portland City Council and mayoral elections extensively.
The 2024 elections featured an unusually high number of candidates.
Candidates in the lead in race for Richmond City Council
Richmond City Council incumbents faced tight reelection races, showcasing voter sentiment and potential shifts in council dynamics.
Election 2024: Follow here for election results and our LIVE BLOG - San Jose Spotlight
Silicon Valley voters are making critical decisions today for congressional and local elections, highlighting the importance of voter engagement.
Tootie Smith addresses the end of her time as leader of the Clackamas County board
Tootie Smith reflects on her eight years as chair of Clackamas County Commission and concedes her re-election defeat to Craig Roberts.
Mystery drones now spotted over Staten Island as pols call on feds for answers
Mysterious drones over Staten Island have sparked concerns from local officials, prompting calls for federal investigation and temporary flight restrictions.
Oakland City Council exit interview: Dan Kalb
Councilmember Dan Kalb is leaving his position after a decade, reflecting on environmental and housing policies as key accomplishments.
Barbara Lee formally announces candidacy for Oakland mayor
Barbara Lee is running for Oakland mayor, emphasizing unity and her experience to improve the city.
Mystery drones now spotted over Staten Island as pols call on feds for answers
Mysterious drones over Staten Island have sparked concerns from local officials, prompting calls for federal investigation and temporary flight restrictions.
Oakland City Council exit interview: Dan Kalb
Councilmember Dan Kalb is leaving his position after a decade, reflecting on environmental and housing policies as key accomplishments.
Barbara Lee formally announces candidacy for Oakland mayor
Barbara Lee is running for Oakland mayor, emphasizing unity and her experience to improve the city.
Councillor resigns from Brent Council - triggering by-election
Liberal Democrat Anton Georgiou resigns from Brent Council, triggering a by-election and marking the end of his leadership against Labour's administration.
Los Gatos council members named in defamation lawsuit deny allegations
Maria Ristow and Vice Mayor Rob Moore deny defamation allegations by activist Lynley Kerr Hogan, seeking dismissal and costs in response to her lawsuit.
SF Supervisor Aaron Peskin reflects on 24 years of public service. Here's what's next for him
Aaron Peskin, after an unsuccessful mayoral bid, intends to contribute to San Francisco politics by offering his experience and knowledge as a resource.
Day Around the Bay: SF Overdose Deaths Hit Promising New Low
Accidental drug overdose deaths in San Francisco fell to a record low in October, signaling progress in addressing the street-drug crisis.
Day Around the Bay: SFO Gets a New Sensory Space' for Neurodiverse Travelers
Mayor Lurie has appointed familiar staff members as he begins his term in San Francisco.
SFO opens a Sensory Room for neurodiverse travelers, enhancing accessibility and comfort.
San Francisco is experiencing a significant egg shortage impacting grocery stores.
Marianne Williamson is running for DNC chair but is unlikely to win.
SF Supervisor Aaron Peskin reflects on 24 years of public service. Here's what's next for him
Aaron Peskin, after an unsuccessful mayoral bid, intends to contribute to San Francisco politics by offering his experience and knowledge as a resource.
Day Around the Bay: SF Overdose Deaths Hit Promising New Low
Accidental drug overdose deaths in San Francisco fell to a record low in October, signaling progress in addressing the street-drug crisis.
Day Around the Bay: SFO Gets a New Sensory Space' for Neurodiverse Travelers
Mayor Lurie has appointed familiar staff members as he begins his term in San Francisco.
SFO opens a Sensory Room for neurodiverse travelers, enhancing accessibility and comfort.
San Francisco is experiencing a significant egg shortage impacting grocery stores.
Marianne Williamson is running for DNC chair but is unlikely to win.
The San Francisco mayoral race employs ranked-choice voting, allowing candidate elimination and vote redistribution until a majority is reached.
Gerard 'The Monk' Hutch loses out in Dublin Central - as over half of Election 2024 seats filled so far
Marie Sherlock's election signifies a shift in Dublin Central, defying external expectations.
Explore: How did your neighbors vote in the November 2024 election?
The interactive tool lets users compare local voting results with citywide trends and neighbor alignments.
Siegel appears to edge out Bledsoe in District 7 runoff - Austin Monitor
Mike Siegel won the District 7 City Council runoff, obtaining just over 51% of the votes, marking a significant victory over Gary Bledsoe.
Sustainable Transportation Advocates React to the Trump Victory - Streetsblog USA
Sustainable transportation advocates are facing challenges after the election, focusing on local politics and maintaining hope for future improvements.
Cupertino council race recount decided by 63 votes - San Jose Spotlight
R "Ray" Wang's election signals a shift toward a resident-focused agenda on Cupertino City Council.
The tight race led to an automatic recount due to the close margin of votes.
Election 2024: See results across San Francisco
The San Francisco mayoral race employs ranked-choice voting, allowing candidate elimination and vote redistribution until a majority is reached.
Gerard 'The Monk' Hutch loses out in Dublin Central - as over half of Election 2024 seats filled so far
Marie Sherlock's election signifies a shift in Dublin Central, defying external expectations.
Explore: How did your neighbors vote in the November 2024 election?
The interactive tool lets users compare local voting results with citywide trends and neighbor alignments.
Siegel appears to edge out Bledsoe in District 7 runoff - Austin Monitor
Mike Siegel won the District 7 City Council runoff, obtaining just over 51% of the votes, marking a significant victory over Gary Bledsoe.
Sustainable Transportation Advocates React to the Trump Victory - Streetsblog USA
Sustainable transportation advocates are facing challenges after the election, focusing on local politics and maintaining hope for future improvements.
Cupertino council race recount decided by 63 votes - San Jose Spotlight
R "Ray" Wang's election signals a shift toward a resident-focused agenda on Cupertino City Council.
The tight race led to an automatic recount due to the close margin of votes.
Miami-Dade's new commission chair: 'Every cent must be scrutinized. It's your money, not ours.'
Rodriguez seeks to enhance scrutiny over government spending in Miami-Dade County.
As Eric Trump fights Miami-Dade's Doral incinerator plan, mayor wants vote delayed
Eric Trump opposes a new incinerator in Doral, where the Trump family owns a golf resort, urging local officials to block the proposal.
Republican candidates ride Trump wave to victories up and down Miami-Dade's ballot
Republicans achieved significant electoral victories in Miami-Dade County, highlighting a shift towards conservative leadership driven by strong support for Donald Trump.
Miami-Dade's new commission chair: 'Every cent must be scrutinized. It's your money, not ours.'
Rodriguez seeks to enhance scrutiny over government spending in Miami-Dade County.
As Eric Trump fights Miami-Dade's Doral incinerator plan, mayor wants vote delayed
Eric Trump opposes a new incinerator in Doral, where the Trump family owns a golf resort, urging local officials to block the proposal.
Republican candidates ride Trump wave to victories up and down Miami-Dade's ballot
Republicans achieved significant electoral victories in Miami-Dade County, highlighting a shift towards conservative leadership driven by strong support for Donald Trump.
East Village residents and pols rally to save garden amid auction threat | amNewYork
The beloved community garden at 198 East 7th St. faces uncertainty due to auctioning after the owner failed to pay property taxes, threatening local residents' lease.
Day Around the Bay: Two Children Injured In Shooting at Oroville School
Two students shot during a school shooting in Oroville, California.
A UC Berkeley grad is missing after a hike in New Zealand.
Nima Momeni trial jury deliberations ended without a verdict.
Daniel Lurie won the SF mayoral election as a popular second choice.
Donald J. Trump Avenue is one vote away from joining the Miami-Dade County road map
Hialeah seeks to officially name a street after Trump, reflecting community support following his electoral victory in Miami-Dade.
Cupertino: City Council race heads to recount
Cupertino City Council election is headed for a recount due to a close margin of victory between candidates Ray Wang and Rod Sinks.
How will the 2024 propositions affect Silicon Valley? - San Jose Spotlight
California's recent election cycle notably upheld same-sex marriage rights while also seeing notable propositions like Proposition 5 fail.
Proposition 3's passage repealed outdated marriage definitions, emphasizing the importance of state constitutional policies.
Who is running for Oakland mayor after Sheng Thao's recall?
Local politicians are mobilizing to succeed Mayor Sheng Thao after a likely recall, with several candidates emerging for the upcoming special election.
Gilroy mayor: Greg Bozzo takes razor thin lead in tightening mayoral race
The Gilroy mayoral race is extremely close, with only 50 votes separating the candidates, indicating a potential shift in leadership.
New Medieval Books: Hariulf's History of St Riquier - Medievalists.net
Hariulf's History of St Riquier chronicles the evolution of a monastic community from the seventh to the eleventh century, capturing broader societal influences.
The monastic chronicles offer valuable insights into medieval Christianity and the societal interplay between monasteries, elites, and local communities.
Don't declare winners in Oakland elections just yet
Uncertainty surrounds local elections in Oakland as many ballots remain uncounted, unlike the presidential election results that were declared quickly.
Reckdahl moves into winners circle, Summa pushed out
Keith Reckdahl leads Doria Summa in the race for the final Palo Alto City Council seat amid slow ballot counting.
Don't declare winners in Oakland elections just yet
Uncertainty surrounds local elections in Oakland as many ballots remain uncounted, unlike the presidential election results that were declared quickly.
Reckdahl moves into winners circle, Summa pushed out
Keith Reckdahl leads Doria Summa in the race for the final Palo Alto City Council seat amid slow ballot counting.
Voters Send Mixed Message on Crime, Criminal Justice Reform
Monique Worrell's victory underscores support for reform-minded prosecution, while Andrew Warren's defeat illustrates local complexities in the perception of crime and safety.
Milpitas mayor leads in close race to keep her seat - San Jose Spotlight
Milpitas Mayor Carmen Montano is narrowly leading the 2024 election race, emphasizing smart progress while facing competition from Councilmember Hon Lien.
Election night photos: Berkeley candidates danced and drank while Kamala Harris' home was quiet
Berkeley's election night featured local celebrations contrasting with the silence at Kamala Harris's home, highlighting community support amid mixed electoral outcomes.
Berkeley, a Look Back: Coolidge wins town by landslide in 1924 election
Voter participation was low, with only 40% turnout for school bonds.
Election night photos: Berkeley candidates danced and drank while Kamala Harris' home was quiet
Berkeley's election night featured local celebrations contrasting with the silence at Kamala Harris's home, highlighting community support amid mixed electoral outcomes.
Berkeley, a Look Back: Coolidge wins town by landslide in 1924 election
Redwood City Council race indicates a close competition, potentially decided by a few tens of votes.
Duchen clinches narrow win in District 10 election - Austin Monitor
Marc Duchen won the close District 10 City Council race against Ashika Ganguly by just 504 votes, highlighting differing perspectives on community issues.
L.A. County voters decide on homeless funding, expanding board of supes
LA County's Measure A seeks to secure and expand funding for homeless services, potentially doubling sales tax rates.
Measure G proposes significant structural changes to the Board of Supervisors, reflecting community calls for governance reform.
Tri-Valley: Early results in for Pleasanton mayor, sales tax measure
Jack Balch leads the mayoral race in Pleasanton, while the proposed sales tax measure struggles to pass.
Barbanica, Scales-Preston neck-and-neck in early results for Contra Costa supervisor seat
The race for Contra Costa's District 5 supervisor seat is highly competitive, with Barbanica and Scales-Preston evenly matched in early results.
Election Day live updates: Polls close across Brooklyn as eyes turn to high-stakes election results * Brooklyn Paper
Brooklyn voter turnout was historic, reflecting engaged participation in the consequential presidential and local elections.
The pro-gun, pro-life border sheriff who lost the loyalty of his neighbors after being painted as soft' on immigration
Sheriff Joe Frank Martinez faces immigration issues in his re-election campaign, indicating a significant shift in voter priorities in Del Rio.