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Jackson Mayor And Officials Face Federal Bribery Charges

Jackson Mayor Lumumba and officials face federal bribery charges, sparking controversy and eroding trust in local government.

Top News · Nov 9, 2024

In Portland, Oregon, political outsider Keith Wilson elected mayor after homelessness-focused race

Voters in Portland, Oregon, have elected political outsider Keith Wilson as their next mayor

The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2024

Bribery charges brought against Mississippi mayor, prosecutor and council member

The mayor of Mississippi’s capital city, the top prosecutor in the state’s largest county and a Jackson city council member have been indicted on conspiracy and bribery charges in a case that has already forced the resignation of another city council member

The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2024

A “Rat Birth Control” Bill Passed In New York City Sparks Viral Response From Women

“Why are my tax dollars funding rat contraceptions anyway?” The post A “Rat Birth Control” Bill Passed In New York City Sparks Viral Response From Women first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Oct 3, 2024

N.J. S. Ct. Will Decide Whether Journalist May Publish Police Chief's Home Address

The N.J. intermediate appellate court held such publication wasn't protected by the First Amendment law; the state high court just… The post N.J. S. Ct. Will Decide Whether Journalist May Publish Police Chief's Home Address appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason · Sep 26, 2024

Most of NYPD's Increased Summonses for Jaywalking go to People of Color, New Report Shows

The NYPD has sharply increased their jaywalking summonses compared to 2023, mostly targeting Black and Latinos, new City Council data shows

Latin Times · Sep 23, 2024

NYPD ignores 100s of misconduct cases

The department has killed more than 400 substantiated cases of alleged misconduct this year

Salon · Sep 12, 2024

Odessa’s mayor ran to help the West Texas city “repent.” Now he wants a second term.

Under Javier Joven’s leadership, his critics say, the Odessa City Council has lost focus on municipal issues like roads and water infrastructure.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 12, 2024

Aurora Republicans Seek To Clarify Claims About Venezuelan Gang Tren de Aragua Taking Over The City

Mayor Mike Coffman and City Council member Danielle Jurinsky issued a joint statement saying that "a select few properties" have been affected, not the entire city.

International Business Times · Sep 12, 2024

Aurora Republicans seek to clarify claims about Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua taking over the city

Mayor Mike Coffman and City Council member Danielle Jurinsky issued a joint statement saying that "a select few properties" have been affected, not the entire city

Latin Times · Sep 12, 2024