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Here's Who's Running for Portland City Council in 2024

Portland will have a new 12-person City Council elected by ranked choice voting system in November 2024.

The next mayor will have limited voting power, but maintain administrative authority over some aspects of City Hall. [ more ]

Yahoo News

Mayor O'Connell meets with Chicago White Sox owner

Nashville may be closer to landing a Major League Baseball team as the owner of the Chicago White Sox met with the city's mayor

The mayor previously stated that Nashville is not ready to host an MLB team [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

Chamber of Commerce president wins North Miami Beach's special mayoral election

Evan Scott Piper has been elected as the new mayor of North Miami Beach, replacing Anthony DeFillipo who was removed from office due to voter fraud charges.

Piper, a businessman and president of the North Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, won with 57% of the vote in a low-turnout election. [ more ]

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New York City

Once a Homeless Addict, a Mayor Takes On Housing and Drug Crises

Dan Carter, the mayor of Oshawa, Ontario, had a troubled past but was elected by voters who saw his personal experience as an asset.

Carter's main focus as mayor is tackling the city's issues with drug overdoses and homelessness.

Carter acknowledges the challenges ahead but remains determined to make a difference in Oshawa. [ more ]

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Eric Adams Accused of Sexual Assault: New Legal Filing

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been accused of sexual assault by a former coworker.

The accusation was made in a legal filing, and Adams denies the claim.

The lawsuit was filed just before the expiration of a law that removed the statute of limitations for sexual assault claims. [ more ]

New York Post

Could Andrew Cuomo become mayor of NYC? Stranger things ...

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo could potentially run for mayor if Mayor Eric Adams is forced out due to an FBI probe.

Cuomo, a proven fundraiser with a wide network of allies, would be a credible special-election candidate despite his considerable baggage.

The federal probe into Adams' campaign finances is currently small in scale, but Cuomo seems to sense an opportunity for a mayoral run. [ more ]

ABC News

Federal corruption probe scrutinizing possible Turkish links to NYC Mayor Eric Adams' campaign: Sources

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is under federal investigation for potential corruption involving donations to his campaign from the Turkish government.

Adams denies any wrongdoing and claims the contact with Turkish officials was part of his routine role as borough president to address constituent issues.

The investigation is ongoing, and Adams is cooperating with investigators. [ more ]

The Daily Wire

New Details Emerge In FBI Criminal Probe Into NYC Mayor Eric Adams' Campaign

The federal investigation into Mayor Eric Adams' 2021 campaign focuses on whether he pressured fire department officials to approve a Turkish construction project.

FBI agents seized Adams' electronic devices as part of the probe into potential illegal campaign donations.

Adams allegedly intervened to allow the Turkish government to occupy their new high-rise consulate in Manhattan despite safety concerns. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Europe news

A mayor in Ukraine aids his town's few remaining people, as Russia closes in

Mayor Serhii Chaus delivers supplies to remaining residents in Chasiv Yar amidst Russian forces' approach.

Russian forces are advancing towards Chasiv Yar, with the town facing constant attacks and critical resource shortages. [ more ]

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San Francisco

Supervisor Aaron Peskin running for SF mayor, sources say

Aaron Peskin is running for mayor of San Francisco to replace Mayor London Breed in November.

Former interim Mayor Mark Farrell is also running for the mayoral position. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

San Francisco

San Francisco considers a measure to screen welfare recipients for addiction

San Francisco's Democratic mayor is pushing two controversial public safety proposals on the upcoming ballot.

The proposals include mandatory drug addiction screening for single adults on welfare and granting police more crime-fighting powers. [ more ]

San Jose Spotlight

San Francisco

2023 in review: The San Jose City Council's major decisions - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose policymakers marked 2023 with a myriad of major political votes and debates-many of which will have lasting effects for years to come.

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2 months ago

London politics

Is Sadiq Khan a good mayor of London? Let's not pretend the far right cares | Zoe Williams

Kids using long monologues to zone out parent

Discussion about Sadiq Khan's mayoral tenure [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

Palo Alto begins process that would give voters power to choose mayor

The City Council of Palo Alto has begun the process of putting amendments to the city's charter on the 2024 ballot that would allow voters to directly elect their mayor for either a two- or four-year term.

Current Mayor Greer Stone and Councilor Vicki Veenker both support amending the charter to give voters the responsibility of choosing their mayor.

Amending the charter would promote greater democracy within the community and allow for a longer term for the mayor, potentially enhancing their ability to build relationships at higher levels of government. [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

Irma Anderson, former Richmond Mayor and political trailblazer, dies at 93

Irma Anderson, the first Black woman elected to the Richmond City Council and the city's first and only Black woman mayor, has passed away at age 93.

Anderson was deeply dedicated to improving the lives of local youth and the African American community. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

Florida Democrats call for Miami Mayor Francis Suarez to resign after latest scandal

The Florida Democratic Party has called on Miami Mayor Francis Suarez to resign after an investigation revealed he advocated for a no-bid contract for a company that had ties to one of his private employers.

Suarez is facing state and federal investigations for his outside work and has been criticized for his close relationship with Saudi Arabia's ruling regime. [ more ]

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New York City

Adams vs. Adams: New York's Top Democrats Clash on City's Path

City Council speaker Adrienne Adams has emerged as a critic of Mayor Eric Adams, leading the Council in overriding his vetoes of two bills.

Adams has questioned the mayor's management of the budget and criticized his approach to handling migrants, prompting the Council to pass bills against his objections. [ more ]

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LA real estate

ABS Wants to Add Floors to Affordable Highrise in Hollywood

ABS Properties is seeking to increase the height of a proposed apartment tower in Hollywood by using an executive order from Mayor Karen Bass.

The revised plans call for a 35-story tower with 523 apartments, replacing a previous proposal for a 26-story senior affordable housing complex.

ABS Properties is also working on two other affordable housing developments in Hollywood. [ more ]

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Adams highlights 'people, public spaces and public safety' in budget

Mayor Eric Adams has proposed a $109.4 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025.

The budget includes measures such as a hiring freeze and the Program to Eliminate the Gap to reduce expenditures. [ more ]

cleveland

Brooklyn mourns death of former Mayor and Police Sgt. Balbier

Former Brooklyn Mayor and Police Sgt. Richard H. Balbier died at the age of 82.

Balbier served admirably in the Brooklyn Police Department for 33 years and loved the city of Brooklyn.

Balbier was remembered as a quiet man with a dry sense of humor. [ more ]

BKReader

Coalition of Mayors Calls for More Federal Support on 'Migrant Crisis'

Mayors of New York, Chicago, and Denver are calling for more federal support to manage the asylum seeker crisis in their cities.

Mayor Eric Adams issued an executive order requiring improved coordination from charter bus companies transporting new migrant arrivals into New York City. [ more ]

MSNBC.com

Just what the New York mayor drama needs: Andrew Cuomo rumors

Andrew Cuomo is reportedly considering a run for mayor of New York City in 2025.

Cuomo may also be considering a challenge against Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand in 2024. [ more ]

New York Post

London

James Dolan yanks plug on Vegas-style Sphere in London after mayor's veto: 'Political football between rival parties'

MSG CEO James Dolan withdrew plans to build a Sphere in London after the mayor vetoed the project.

Dolan cited the possibility of a never-ending fight and political issues as reasons for the withdrawal. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

Watch live: Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addresses snowstorm

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is holding a news briefing about Friday's snowstorm.

The press conference will begin at 10:45 a.m. [ more ]

WSJ

Surge of Migrants Heading North Has Chicago, New York at a 'Breaking Point'

The mayors of New York, Chicago, and Denver are struggling to handle the continuous flow of migrants arriving from the southern border.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott, a Republican, has been sending migrants to other states, including planeloads to Chicago and New York. [ more ]

NewsNation

Chicago, Denver, NYC unite to limit migrant bus influx from border

Mayors of NYC, Chicago, and Denver are implementing restrictions on buses transporting migrants to their cities.

These cities have received a high number of migrants, with NYC receiving over 160K, Chicago over 26K, and Denver over 35K. [ more ]

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Democratic mayors renew pleas for federal help and coordination with Texas over migrant crisis

Mayors of Chicago, New York City, and Denver are calling for more federal help and coordination with Texas regarding the growing number of asylum-seekers arriving in their cities.

The mayors criticize Texas Governor Greg Abbott's busing operation, saying buses arrive at unpredictable hours and outside designated drop-off zones. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune