Single NYC Council Democrat opposing Mamdani’s $126B budget criticizes mayor for insufficient ‘equity’
In a recent City Council vote, the lone Democrat opposing New York City’s nearly $126 billion budget expressed strong criticism towards Mayor Zoran Mamdani. Bronx City Council member Althea Stevens argued that the budget was hastily crafted and shifted funding inappropriately, favoring wealthier neighborhoods over others in need. Stevens criticized the budget for its lack […]
Detroit City Council decides to extend the ShotSpotter gunshot detection technology contract
The Detroit City Council voted narrowly on Tuesday to extend its contract with SoundThinking for the ShotSpotter gunshot detection technology. This means that the California-based firm will continue its services until March 2027. The technology uses acoustic sensors on city streets to identify sounds resembling gunfire, automatically alerting the police in case of a potential […]
Arvin City Council puts a 1% sales tax hike on the ballot
Arvin May Introduce Sales Tax Increase Residents of Kern County might see higher prices at stores if voters endorse a proposed 1% sales tax rise this November. This potential increase was unanimously supported by the Kern County City Council last week, paving the way for it to appear on the ballot. Mayor Olivia Calderon has […]
Mamdani and NYC Council agree on a significant $125 billion budget deal
New York City Mayor Finalizes Budget Deal On Tuesday morning, Mayor Zoran Mamdani and City Council President Julie Menin reached a last-minute agreement regarding the city’s hefty budget for the upcoming year, which is approximately $125 billion. Interestingly, this deal does not involve increasing the workforce of the NYPD. Negotiations for the fiscal year 2027 […]
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and City Council unable to reach agreement on NYC budget
There seems to be no assurance of a budget deal. Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s attempts to swiftly finalize a proposed $124.7 billion budget with the City Council have hit a snag, largely due to a contentious housing voucher program. The city faces a midnight deadline on Tuesday to pass the budget, but if they don’t meet […]
City council calls for inquiries following students’ anti-police dance performance at school
Call for Investigation into Controversial School Performance A group of three City Council members in New York City is urging for both federal and local inquiries into an incident at an Upper West Side school. The controversy erupted when fifth-graders staged a performance that involved mimicking being shot by police. “This is outrageous, but not […]
City Council votes to move forward with plan to gradually eliminate urban oil drilling
Los Angeles Council Advances Plan to Phase Out Oil Drilling The Los Angeles City Council has taken a significant step against urban oil drilling, unanimously voting to initiate a plan to eliminate oil wells throughout the city. Despite the anticipation of legal battles from the oil industry, the council moved forward with a 14-0 vote […]
London Council Turns Down Collaboration with Immigration Enforcement
Lambeth Council’s New Immigration Policy Lambeth Council, led by the Green Party, is making a significant change in how they handle immigration enforcement. Following a strategy similar to the sanctuary city approach seen in the U.S., they’ve decided to stop assisting the British government with detaining illegal immigrants. This decision means that the Home Office […]
Minneapolis city council considers proposals for LGBTQ bathhouses
Minneapolis City Council Moves to Repeal Bathhouse Ban The Minneapolis City Council has garnered substantial support ahead of a key vote to lift a long-standing prohibition on establishments like bathhouses. During a second public hearing, council members discussed an ordinance aimed at reversing the ban on venues where consenting adults can engage in sexual activities. […]
Los Angeles City Council Gets Ready to Permit Noncitizens to Vote
Los Angeles City Council Votes on Noncitizen Voting Rights In a 10-5 runoff decision, the Los Angeles City Council has moved to approve a ballot measure that could allow noncitizens to vote in local elections, pending voter approval on November 3. This decision has sparked a lot of debate. Some argue that it further marginalizes […]