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East Bay (California)

They say Oakland government is broken - and have a plan to fix it

Oakland's governance issues stem from a weak mayoral system and divided loyalties among city leaders.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng Thao

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is accused of involvement in a bribery scheme affecting city governance, alongside her partner and waste company owners.

fromABC7 San Francisco

2 weeks ago

NYC politics

Final day of voting underway in Oakland special election to pick new mayor

Oakland's special election aims to address leadership issues and public safety concerns following the recall of Mayor Sheng Thao.

fromThe Oaklandside

2 days ago

East Bay (California)

They say Oakland government is broken - and have a plan to fix it

Oakland's governance issues stem from a weak mayoral system and divided loyalties among city leaders.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

3 months ago

East Bay (California)

Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng Thao

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao is accused of involvement in a bribery scheme affecting city governance, alongside her partner and waste company owners.

fromABC7 San Francisco

2 weeks ago

NYC politics

Final day of voting underway in Oakland special election to pick new mayor

Oakland's special election aims to address leadership issues and public safety concerns following the recall of Mayor Sheng Thao.

more#oakland

fromMiami Herald

1 month ago

NYC politics

Did Coral Gables mayor and vice mayor keep or donate the raises they voted against?

Mayor Lago and Vice Mayor Anderson opposed significant pay raises for city commissioners, promoting accountability and transparency.

NYC politics

fromNew York Post

2 months ago

Cowardly Kathy Hochul caves to progressives on punishing Eric Adams (and his voters)

Gov. Kathy Hochul's measures undermine Mayor Eric Adams, aiming to impose progressive control over his administration without outright removal.

fromAustin Monitor

2 months ago

Austin

Evaluation will resume this month on proposal to consolidate and eliminate some boards and commissions - Austin Monitor

Council Member Ryan Alter proposes a review of the city's citizen advisory boards to enhance governance and address attendance issues.

fromPortlandTribune.com

2 months ago

Portland

Misconduct and mayhem: What you need to know about the report against St. Helens' ex-chief

Former Chief Brian Greenway's tenure at St. Helens police was marred by misconduct and internal conflict.

East Bay (California)

fromABC7 San Francisco

3 months ago

Oakland leaders react to former Mayor Sheng Thao's bribery accusations: 'Shocked and disappointed'

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces serious federal indictments, impacting public trust and highlighting long-standing corruption issues in the city.

#san-francisco

fromsfist.com

3 months ago

SF politics

Lurie Rolls Out Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance, But Supervisors' Dissent Already Brewing

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces challenges in swiftly passing his Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance due to pushback and concerns about oversight.

fromMission Local

3 months ago

SF politics

Nearly one-third of S.F. nonprofits in city survey didn't meet fiscal standards

30% of city-funded nonprofits in San Francisco fail to comply with fiscal rules, prompting calls for better oversight and support.

fromsfist.com

3 months ago

SF politics

Lurie Rolls Out Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance, But Supervisors' Dissent Already Brewing

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces challenges in swiftly passing his Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance due to pushback and concerns about oversight.

fromMission Local

3 months ago

SF politics

Nearly one-third of S.F. nonprofits in city survey didn't meet fiscal standards

30% of city-funded nonprofits in San Francisco fail to comply with fiscal rules, prompting calls for better oversight and support.

SF politics

Lurie takes office-and the supes elect a new board president. Here are the contenders - 48 hills

Mayor Daniel Lurie's inauguration coincides with the Board of Supes meeting to elect a new president, influencing the city's political landscape.

The election of the Board president is pivotal for assigning power dynamics and committee roles between progressives and conservatives.

fromAustin Monitor

3 months ago

Austin

Watson touts moves toward stability, predictability for city services in 2024 - Austin Monitor

Mayor Kirk Watson emphasizes stability in city governance and police relations for 2025.

from48 hills

3 months ago

SF politics

Lurie takes office-and the supes elect a new board president. Here are the contenders - 48 hills

Mayor Daniel Lurie's inauguration coincides with the Board of Supes meeting to elect a new president, influencing the city's political landscape.

The election of the Board president is pivotal for assigning power dynamics and committee roles between progressives and conservatives.

fromAustin Monitor

3 months ago

Austin

Watson touts moves toward stability, predictability for city services in 2024 - Austin Monitor

Mayor Kirk Watson emphasizes stability in city governance and police relations for 2025.

Horrifying details emerge about drug users, mentally ill living on streets on Manhattan's West Side

Councilman Erik Bottcher declares humanitarian crisis due to homeless population in Manhattan's West Side.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

10 months ago

SF politics

Recall effort against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has enough signatures for election

A recall campaign against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has gathered enough valid petition signatures, likely heading to the November election.

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They say Oakland government is broken - and have a plan to fix it

Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng Thao

Final day of voting underway in Oakland special election to pick new mayor

They say Oakland government is broken - and have a plan to fix it

Full indictment: The case against Oakland ex-mayor Sheng Thao

Final day of voting underway in Oakland special election to pick new mayor

Did Coral Gables mayor and vice mayor keep or donate the raises they voted against?

Cowardly Kathy Hochul caves to progressives on punishing Eric Adams (and his voters)

Evaluation will resume this month on proposal to consolidate and eliminate some boards and commissions - Austin Monitor

Misconduct and mayhem: What you need to know about the report against St. Helens' ex-chief

Oakland leaders react to former Mayor Sheng Thao's bribery accusations: 'Shocked and disappointed'

Lurie Rolls Out Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance, But Supervisors' Dissent Already Brewing

Nearly one-third of S.F. nonprofits in city survey didn't meet fiscal standards

Lurie Rolls Out Fentanyl State of Emergency Ordinance, But Supervisors' Dissent Already Brewing

Nearly one-third of S.F. nonprofits in city survey didn't meet fiscal standards

Lurie takes office-and the supes elect a new board president. Here are the contenders - 48 hills

Watson touts moves toward stability, predictability for city services in 2024 - Austin Monitor

Lurie takes office-and the supes elect a new board president. Here are the contenders - 48 hills

Watson touts moves toward stability, predictability for city services in 2024 - Austin Monitor

Horrifying details emerge about drug users, mentally ill living on streets on Manhattan's West Side

Recall effort against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has enough signatures for election

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