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Florida man wants $3 million reparations for each Black resident
The unidentified man's remarks were met with a brief "thank-you" from the Tampa City Council.
Kari Lake ally loses election in controversial Maricopa County
Sam Stone, who ran for City Council in Maricopa County's 6th District, served as Lake's policy adviser during her failed bid for Arizona governor in the fall.
Second New Jersey council member shot in their car in one week
"Everyone is just numb and wondering, how could this happen to our wonderful town?" said a mayor who was friends with one of the deceased.
Democrat rips 'cancel culture' after pressure to resign over racist remarks
Councilman Gil Cedillo opted not to resign, finishing out his term on Sunday after losing a reelection bid in June.
Leaked L.A. City Council Audio Shows Result of Leftist Grievance Politics
Resentment begets more resentment, so we shouldn't be surprised at what we have all just heard from the L.A. City Council.
Embattled LA city councilmembers iced out after Biden pressure to resign
Councilmen Kevin de León and Gil Cedillo have apologized for their part in the scandalous conversation, but have yet to resign.
Russian Elected Official Who Criticized Putin's War Given 7 Years Jail Time
Alexei Gorinov said during a meeting in March that efforts "should be aimed only at stopping the war and withdrawing Russian troops" from Ukraine.
Embattled Chief Pete Arredondo Quits Council: 'Best Decision for Uvalde'
The police chief announced Saturday that he will be resigning from the council so that the city can "continue to move forward without distractions."
Crowd Cheers as Uvalde City Council Denies Pete Arredondo Leave
Arredondo, the Uvalde school district's police chief, was sworn in as a city council member one week after the massacre at Robb Elementary School.
Uvalde Police Chief Who Made 'Wrong Call' on Shooting Joining City Council
Peter Arredondo was elected to the Uvalde City Council just three weeks before the mass shooting, after running on a platform of communication and outreach.
Queen Wants Prince Andrew Comeback and to See Him at Her Jubilee—Author
Queen Elizabeth II believes "nothing has been proven against" Prince Andrew, and wants him to have "some role going forward," a royal author says.
This Cabin Village Will Be a Safer Refuge For Homeless Moms Than Shelters
Individual cabins can provide privacy, uninterrupted sleep and a sense of autonomy, all of which are hard to come by in a typical homeless shelter.
'Dr. Fauci Give Me That Ouchie': Man Performs COVID Rap at City Hall
One clip of the Dallas performance has generated more than 2.4 million views on Twitter.
GOP NYC Councilor Paladino Slammed for Comparing Vaxx Mandate to Nazism
"I don't need to show you my papers. This is not Nazi Germany," the Republican councilor said in response to being asked to share her vaccine status.
Cops Can Sue Seattle Councilwoman for Libel as She Faces Recall: Court
Seattle Councilwoman Kshama Sawant called the shooting of Che Taylor "a blatant murder at the hands of police."
Mayoral Wins in Major Cities Signal Change for Asian Americans in Politics
A report released in May found that despite being the fastest-growing demographic in the U.S., Asian Americans are the least likely to hold elected office.
Racial Slur Found at Black City Council Member's Home That Was Set on Fire
The family was on vacation at the time, but two of their pets were killed in the fire.
Los Angeles City Councilman Mark Ridley-Thomas Faces Conspiracy Charges
The charges stem from allegations that Ridley-Thomas's son Sebastian received substantial benefits from the University of Southern California in exchange for the politician's support for the school.
Chicago to Pay $20.5M to 2 Men Allegedly Framed for Murder by Cop
The city's legal department recommended to city council to settle the lawsuits rather than risk going to trial.
Oakland Police Chief Warns Crime is 'Out of Control' After City Cuts Budget
The City Council voted to slash the police budget by $17.4 million as violent crime continues to surge in the city.
City Councilman Suggests Arrests for Those Who Give Money, Food to Homeless
GOP Charlotte Councilman Tariq Bokhari suggested making donations of food or clothes to the city's homeless people a criminal misdemeanor.
Florida City Reveals It Maintains Secret List of 'Difficult Citizens'
The list includes residents who allegedly attacked Palm Coast city officials with spears and hammers, according to News 6.
Mayor Blames Crime Wave on Defunded Police; Black, Asian Activists Disagree
Oakland activists and elected officials said Mayor Libby Schaaf is driving a wedge between the city's Black and Asian communities by blaming the recent attacks on Asian seniors on a lack of public safety driven by calls to defund the police.
NYC Councilman Responds to Police Union's Insult
Council member and congressional candidate Ritchie Torres fired back at the Sergeants Benevolent Association, saying: "I'm here. I'm queer. I'm not going anywhere."
One-Third of Toledo City Council Charged With Bribery
Each stands accused of soliciting bribes from local businesses and individuals in exchange for special permits and waivers.
As NYC Residents Pack Bars and Beaches, Officials Worry of COVID-19 Rebound
"Those white people turned the Upper East Side into Bourbon Street," remarked CNN contributor Joan Walsh.
Pro-Trump Couple Laughed Out of Tucson City Council Sanctuary City Meeting
Trump supporters were laughed out of a raucous Tucson city council meeting intended to address a vote making it Arizona's first sanctuary city.
U.K. Sex-Ed Guidelines: 'All Genders' Can Start Periods
A city council in England issued guidelines to teachers of sexual-education courses that young students should be taught "all genders" can get their period.
Tulsa Councilor Defends Legacy of 'Ku Klux Klanner'
"That's one aspect of his life. I'm sure all of us have aspects of our lives that [are not] positive," Karen O'Brien said.
Wyoming Candidate Admits Selling Panties, Stripteasing
A rural Wyoming city council candidate said she "cannot quit" after community members found her secret online identity, which featured striptease videos and used panties for sale.