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Small plots of land fuel big suspicions among Lubbock residents, who fear it’s for a data center

Despite community concerns, the president of the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance said neither piece of land would be conducive for a data center.

The Texas Tribune

Criminal charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill dismissed

‘What I did was not a crime, it was never a crime,’ Murrill stated

The Independent UK

Fifth Person Dies in NYC Legionnaires Outbreak as Cases Reach 82; Officials Say Source Has Likely Been Eliminated

A fifth person died Tuesday in the NYC Upper East Side Legionnaires outbreak as cases climbed to 82. The source is "likely eliminated" but 140 towers still await results.

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NYC Legionnaires' Cluster Grows to 63 Cases on Upper East Side as Cooling Tower Investigation Continues

NYC confirms 63 Legionnaires' disease cases on the Upper East Side in ZIP codes 10028, 10075, and 10128. Active investigation ongoing. What residents should know now.

Medical Daily

'Act now': Indian teen Romanch Mahajan's father urges NYC to ban horse carriages after son's death

The father of Indian teenager Romanch Mahajan, who died in a horse-drawn carriage accident in New York's Central Park while trying to save his mother, made an emotional appeal to the New York City Council, requesting lawmakers to ban horse-drawn carriages and ensure that "no other family" suffers a similar…

The Times of India

Oakland could join 47 other of the 100 most populous U.S. cities with strong mayor governments

Welcome to the Thursday, July 16, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia

Ban on "Personal, Impertinent or Slanderous Remarks" in City Council Public Comments Is Unconstitutional

So the Fifth Circuit held a few weeks ago.

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Crowd packs Houston City Hall to demand action, express anger after ICE shooting

“There is no point in pretending that ICE is here to protect us,” a resident told the City Council in its first meeting since an immigration agent killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.

The Texas Tribune

What is a strong mayor government? Oakland voters will decide charter amendment to change city’s form of government

Voters in Oakland, California, will decide on a ballot measure to amend the city charter to create a strong-mayor form of government, changing the distribution of power and responsibilities among the mayor, city administrator, and city council.

Ballotpedia

Corpus Christi in legal fight with industries after rejecting demand for $80 million water refund

A judge will hear arguments this week after industrial users protested a rate hike by the city, which said residents and businesses were unfairly subsidizing industrial rates.

The Texas Tribune

Former mayor of Mississippi's capital city pleads guilty in bribery scheme

The former mayor of Mississippi’s capital city and a former City Council president have pleaded guilty in a bribery scheme

The Independent UK

Oakland sued over nearly $1 million fine for property owners accused of cutting down 38 trees

Attorney Chance Weldon alleged the city’s fine represents an ‘arbitrary overreach’

The Independent UK

San Marcos becomes the first Texas city to ban data centers, testing its local control

As Texas counties have faced hurdles to curb the rapid growth of data center developments, cities could have more success with banning them through their zoning laws, land experts say.

The Texas Tribune

Conspiracy Theorist and Black Market 'Sperminator' Jonathan Rinaldi Busted for Fake AI Political Endorsements

Jonathan David Rinaldi, a controversial New York politician, faces criminal charges for allegedly using AI to fabricate political endorsements and campaign material.

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The Independent UK

New York City Council candidate is accused of forgery over AI-generated posts

A former New York City Council candidate has been charged with forgery over allegations he used artificial intelligence to post fake endorsements and news articles on social media

Medical Daily

Los Angeles City Council Votes 10-0 to Demand Emergency Investigation After Lead Found in Watts Drinking Water

The LA City Council voted 10-0 demanding emergency investigation after elevated lead was found in Watts drinking water. Five samples exceeded 15 ppb. DWP and HACLA under scrutiny.

The Conversation

How local communities are challenging Big Tech data centers’ noise, pollution and rising electricity bills

As the race to build data centers across the United States accelerates, local governments worry that the tech industry mantra of “move fast and break things” means their communities are at risk of being broken.

The Independent UK

Spencer Pratt announces plans to sue LA Mayor Karen Bass for ‘reckless negligence’

Reality TV star Spencer Pratt finished third in the Los Angeles mayoral primary last week and has largely appeared to accept the election results. While conceding the race in a social media video, he did not mention challenging the vote count. President Trump, however, has cited Pratt’s loss as a…

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The Conversation

Detroit is spending millions on gunshot detection tech – is it an effective tool in the fight against violent crime?

Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison says alerts from ShotSpotter, a gun detection technology, help officers respond quickly to shootings.

The Texas Tribune

Corpus Christi delays decision on nearly billion-dollar water plant despite impending crisis

The City Council rejected the treatment plant last year over cost and environmental concerns, but plans resurfaced as the city’s water woes continued.

Reason

"Disturbing Lawful Meeting" Doesn't Need to Be "Substantial" to Be Criminal, at Least if a "Purpose to … Disrupt" Is Shown

So holds the Ohio Court of Appeals, interpreting the Ohio disturbing-lawful-meeting statute.

The Times of India

US politician trolled for his 'HinJew' family photo: 'Your kids are 0% Jewish'

Baltimore City Council president Zeke Cohen was trolled mercilessly after he posted a family photo, taking pride in his Hindu-Jewish family and calling it 'HinJew'. Social media users commented that it is just an Indian-American family and their children are not Jewish. "Love my HinJew blended family. Baltimore, nothing beats…

The Texas Tribune

Corpus Christi reconsiders building a desalination plant leaders rejected last year

The almost billion-dollar plant, praised as a drought-resistant option, wouldn’t provide water until 2029. Opponents cite cost and environmental concerns.

The Independent UK

In Southern California Chinese enclave, a mayor's arrest stokes fears of Beijing's influence

Former Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has pleaded guilty to being an illegal agent of the Chinese government

Medical Daily

LA Drinking Water Tests Positive for Lead, Cancer-Linked Chemicals — City Council Demands Emergency Investigation

In an unanimous 10-0 vote, the Los Angeles City Council has demanded an immediate investigation by the Department of Water and Power and the city's Housing Authority after samples of drinking water in the Watts neighborhood were found to contain elevated levels of lead.

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