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Houston’s at-large City Council districts deprive Latinos of fair representation, lawsuit alleges

The League of United Latin American Citizens sued the city Monday, asking a federal court to halt its practice of electing five of its 16 council members through at-large elections.

The Texas Tribune

Candidates for Chicago’s new police district councils split between staunch defenders of police and those who favor defunding

There are many factors driving the 122 candidates’ desire to become part of the grand experiment of civilian oversight at the grassroots level. Two major camps have emerged: Police supporters determined to take the shackles off officers and those who believe CPD has victimized communities of color…

Chicago Sun-Times

In historic move, LA bans new oil wells, phases out existing ones

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles City Council voted Friday to phase out all oil drilling in L.A. and ban new wells, a historic move in a city that was built by a once-booming petroleum industry and whose residents have suffered with decades of environmental consequences as a result.

Los Angeles Times

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United Working Families appeals for donations to counter business influence

“Big business and right-wing donors are scared of what we’re doing,” United Working Families Executive Director Emma Tai wrote in a Friday fundraising appeal to supporters.

Chicago Sun-Times

Flemingsburg mayor Bobby Money has died, city council is working on filling the seat

The mayor of Flemingsburg has died. Bobby Money was just reelected to the position in November’s General Election.

WEKU

Minneapolis City Council committee overrides critics, approves proposed police oversight commission

MINNEAPOLIS — Despite a barrage of criticism for a proposal to revamp civilian oversight of the Minneapolis Police Department, a City Council committee narrowly approved the ordinance Wednesday with several modifications.

Tribune News Service

Portland, Oregon, approves $27M for new homeless camps

City Council members in Portland, Oregon, have voted to allocate $27 million of the city's budget to build designated camping areas for homeless people

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Tempe council approves deal for Arizona Coyotes' new arena

The Tempe City Council has unanimously approved a proposal for a new Arizona Coyotes arena and entertainment district, clearing the way for a public vote on the project next year

The Independent UK

Editorial: We have a rare opportunity to fix LA City Hall. This is how

Los Angeles has been presented with a rare opportunity to redistribute political power and improve representation and governance. The leaked recording of three City Council members and a labor official breezily exchanging racist comments about their colleagues, while plotting to carve up the city into districts that protect their own…

Los Angeles Times

Business leaders to form political action committee to prevent City Council from making sharp left turn

Mike Ruemmler, who managed Rahm Emanuel’s 2015 mayoral reelection campaign, said he plans to form a committee bankrolled by business leaders to elect moderate alderpersons.

Chicago Sun-Times

Affordable housing plan in Lincoln Square cleared for passage

The project will offer lower-cost housing in a wealthy area while preserving some public parking for nearby businesses.

Chicago Sun-Times

Debate stirs as Minneapolis council vote nears on proposed police oversight reforms

MINNEAPOLIS — Faced with ongoing criticism over Minneapolis' longtime police civilian review process, the City Council is poised to vote next week on a plan to replace it with a new Community Commission on Police Oversight.

Tribune News Service

Faced with tight transition, Mayor-elect Bass invites Garcetti staff to stay on through April

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Mayor-elect Karen Bass has invited all staffers in Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office to remain in their jobs through April, according to a letter sent last week — an atypical move intended to steady the ship amid an unusually short transition period.

Los Angeles Times

End of an era in Chicago politics as Burke chooses retirement over uphill battle for a record 15th term

Indicted Ald. Edward Burke (14th) chose not to seek reelection to a record 15th term in a ward dramatically redrawn to eliminate his most favorable precincts.

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Tim Degnan, Daley top gun and state senator, dies at 82

Tim Degnan a trusted point man, was key to Richard M. Daley’s political, policy success. As a lawmaker, he raised funds for the new Comiskey Park to keep the White Sox in Chicago.

Los Angeles Times

Kevin de Leon refuses to resign from the LA City Council. What happens to his constituents?

LOS ANGELES — Just down the street from Pamela and Valentin Marquez's tidy two-bedroom home, next to an industrial strip where trains rumble through the night, is a park and playground with a walking path through oak trees.

The Texas Tribune

An East Texas town must boil its water on Thanksgiving as officials seek a solution to aging infrastructure

Zavalla lost all water for several days. The Texas Department of Emergency Management has sent pallets of bottled water and a team to help.

Tribune News Service

Legal experts: Dallas’ median ban could bring lawsuits; ACLU already ‘exploring options’

DALLAS — A new Dallas law banning people from road medians or risk a fine up to $500 opens the city up to a lawsuit that could cost taxpayers, legal experts say.

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Nottingham City Council could be forced to write off £2.68 million after Castle closure

Nottingham Castle closed to visitors on Monday

Los Angeles Times

LA city voters sent conflicting messages, giving wins to both the left and the center

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles City Councilmember-elect Hugo Soto-Martinez is heading to City Hall with what he says is a clear mandate to enact bold, progressive policies on housing, homelessness, transportation and other issues.

The Independent UK

Atlanta to pay $1M settlement to family of Rayshard Brooks

The Atlanta City Council has approved a $1 million settlement payment for the family of Rayshard Brooks, who was shot and killed by a police officer

Chicago Sun-Times

Ald. Ray Lopez drops bid for Chicago mayor

The 15th Ward alderperson was the mayor’s first challenger. On Monday, the first day to file petitions, he became the first to end his campaign.

Tribune News Service

How a political rookie pulled off an election upset to lead San Jose

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Ed Berger cast his vote for Cindy Chavez in the San Jose mayor’s race, but he wasn’t totally surprised by the political veteran’s narrow loss to newcomer Matt Mahan.

Chicago Sun-Times

More transparency is needed on soccer facility plan

Chicago housing officials have yet to disclose key details of the plan to lease valuable land to the Chicago Fire for a soccer practice facility, according to a new ProPublica report.

Los Angeles Times

In West Hollywood election, a famously liberal city appears to take a moderate turn

LOS ANGELES — In November 1984, the newly formed city of West Hollywood grabbed the world's attention when it seated the nation's first City Council with an openly gay majority.

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