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forbes.comfinance13 hrs ago
1,000 Data-Center Proposals Advance
More than 1,000 data-center projects are pending nationwide while the Trump administration promotes build-out as a strategic priority. Local governments in several states have enacted moratoriums, ballot measures, and zoning changes to address water, power, and noise concerns.
english.elpais.compolitics2 days ago
ICE Abandons Seven Warehouse Detention Sites After Local Opposition
Federal officials are selling or transferring seven industrial warehouses acquired for immigration detention. The reversal follows lawsuits and public concerns over infrastructure impacts in multiple states.
New York Postpolitics2 days ago
Spencer Pratt supporters weigh runoff choices after June municipal election
Roughly 217,700 Los Angeles voters who backed Spencer Pratt in the June municipal election now face a November runoff between Karen Bass and Nithya Raman. Interviews with 25 of those voters show many plan to skip the race or cast blank ballots.
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Timeworld2 days ago
Data Center Bans Passed in Three Cities This Month
Local governments in Holyoke, Monterey Park, and Seattle approved measures restricting data center construction. A state budget in Arizona included a three-year moratorium on tax breaks for such facilities.
Japan Timesworld2 days ago
Japan to Let Local Governments Ban Private Lodging in Residential Areas
The central government will issue a nonbinding recommendation later this month allowing municipalities to restrict or prohibit short-term private rentals. The change responds to resident complaints about noise, trash, and cigarette litter in neighborhoods.
ABC Newspolitics2 days ago
Democratic socialists win Democratic primaries in several U.S. cities
Candidates affiliated with the Democratic Socialists of America defeated opponents in Washington, D.C., New York City, Seattle, and Los Angeles. The victories occurred in Democratic strongholds ahead of November general elections.
nknews.orgworld4 days ago
Justice Department Seeks to Join Lawsuit Against Evanston Reparations Program
The Civil Rights Division alleges the city’s program distributing cash and housing aid based on race violates the Equal Protection Clause and the Fair Housing Act. Evanston has paid out more than $5 million since adopting the program in 2019.
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conservativehome.compolitics4 days ago
Flintshire Council to Write Off £67,250 Business Rates Debt After Soap Firm Liquidation
Flintshire Council will cancel a £67,250 business rates debt owed by a soap manufacturer that entered liquidation in February 2025. The company left more than £229,000 in unpaid obligations to employees and HMRC.
New York Postpolitics4 days agoUpdated
U.S. Government Moves to Stop Illinois City’s Race-Based Reparations Program
The Justice Department asked a federal judge Tuesday to stop Evanston, Illinois from continuing its reparations payments to Black residents. The city has already distributed more than $7 million under the program launched in 2021.
defector.compolitics4 days ago
Hamilton City Staff Delay Heat Bylaw Draft Until September
Hamilton city staff requested and received approval to defer a draft maximum temperature bylaw until September. The bylaw would require landlords to maintain rental units at or below 26 C.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics4 days ago
ICAC Hears Allegations of Favoritism and Surveillance at Parramatta Council
The Independent Commission Against Corruption examined claims that former Parramatta Council chief executive Gail Connolly and associates undermined hiring processes and monitored councillors. Hearings concluded this week after Connolly answered questions over seven days.
Los Angeles Timespolitics5 days ago
California Sues Shasta County Over Voter-Approved Limits on Mail Voting
State officials filed suit Friday in a state appeals court seeking to block a Shasta County measure that restricts mail voting and requires photo identification. The complaint argues the measure conflicts with state election law ahead of the November election.
Washington Examinerpolitics4 days ago
Justice Department Seeks to Join Evanston Reparations Lawsuit as City Vows to Defend Program
Federal attorneys filed Tuesday to intervene in a suit challenging the Illinois city's race-based housing benefits, citing violations of the Equal Protection Clause and Fair Housing Act.
Nbc Newsworld6 days ago
Richardson residents protest delivery drone flights
Residents in Richardson, Texas, report that delivery drones are flying too low and creating a persistent nuisance. The company operating the service states that customer feedback has been positive and that it is adjusting flight paths in response to the complaints.
Newsweekpolitics6 days ago
D.C. Council Member Leads Democratic Primary for Washington Mayor
Janeese Lewis George holds an 80-84 percent chance of winning Tuesday's Democratic primary for Washington, D.C., mayor according to prediction markets. A victory would position her to face President Donald Trump over local governance issues.
ai7 days ago
Local governments enact data center limits while 1,416 projects advance nationwide
Residents and officials in multiple states have imposed moratoriums or bans on data center projects. The measures follow a Business Insider count of 1,416 facilities built or approved in 2025.
Fox Newspolitics9 days ago
El Cajon Sues California Attorney General to Block Enforcement of Sanctuary Laws
The City of El Cajon filed suit against Attorney General Rob Bonta on April 28, 2026, seeking to block enforcement of state sanctuary statutes. Officials say the laws prevent police from checking on unaccompanied migrant children.
foxnews.compolitics9 days ago
Candidate Accepts Primary Results After President Trump Cites Fraud
A candidate who lost a Los Angeles mayoral primary said plans to end the campaign while continuing criticism of the two Democrats who advanced. President Trump described the outcome as election fraud, but the candidate did not adopt that view.
nationalobserver.compolitics4 days ago
Regulatory Costs Add $131,734 to Average U.S. Home Price
New data shows red tape now accounts for more than a quarter of home prices as cities test AI tools to speed permitting and weigh restrictions on data centers.
finance9 days ago
O'Leary Digital Scales Back Utah Data Center Plan After Local Opposition
O'Leary Digital and West GenCo LLC agreed to reduce the Stratos Project from 40,000 acres to a 1.4-gigawatt initial phase. Utah's governor issued an executive order raising standards for data center approvals, and the state senate president requested a 75 percent cut in project s…
foxbusiness.compolitics9 days ago
Trump Says Federal Government Could Assume Control of Washington if Lewis George Wins Primary
President Trump stated the federal government could take over Washington if Janeese Lewis George wins the Democratic mayoral primary. The remarks came during an Oval Office event on June 11.
insurancejournal.comfinance4 days ago
Lyft and Uber Sue New York City Over New Driver-Protection Law
Lyft filed suit Wednesday and Uber filed Tuesday in Manhattan federal court to block Local Law 52 of 2026. The law, scheduled to take effect July 28, limits how ride-hailing companies can remove drivers.
New York Postpolitics12 days ago
Seattle to Activate 22 Previously Inactive Stadium Cameras for 2026 World Cup After Receiving Threat Briefing
Mayor Katie Wilson reversed prior policy after receiving a law enforcement briefing on credible threats. The cameras will feed the city’s Real Time Crime Center and be deactivated after the tournament.
news.sky.compolitics12 days ago
UK Government Backs Councils Charging E-Bike Operators for Removing Illegally Parked Bikes
Transport minister Lord Hendy endorsed Kensington and Chelsea’s approach of billing operators more than £210,000 for clearing discarded hire bikes. Peers also pressed for mandatory insurance rules.
foxnews.compolitics12 days agoUpdated
Karen Bass and Nithya Raman Advance to November Runoff in Los Angeles Mayoral Race
Raman overtook Republican Spencer Pratt in updated counts to secure second place. Bass received under 35 percent of the vote in incomplete returns.
france24.compolitics12 days ago
Democratic Socialist candidate advances to Los Angeles mayor runoff
A Democratic Socialist candidate defeated a Republican opponent in the Los Angeles mayoral primary and will face another candidate in the November runoff. The Republican candidate had received support from President Trump.
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automotiveworld.comfinance12 days ago
UK Government Imposes New Road-Repair Reporting Rules on Councils from June 9, Withholding Up to £524m for Non-Compliance
Councils must now show how they are fixing potholes and future-proofing roads. Transparency reports will appear in September.
lamag.comworld12 days ago
Former Arcadia Mayor Pleads Guilty to Acting as Foreign Agent
Eileen Wang, ex-mayor of a small California city, admitted in court to serving as an unregistered agent of the Chinese government. The case raises questions about Beijing's interest in local U.S. politics.
nypost.comsports13 days ago
NYC Announces Free Central Park Watch Party for 2026 World Cup Final Using $5M in City Funds
Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a July 19 event on the Great Lawn with capacity for 50,000 spectators. The screening is funded by state and city money and will be open to the public through a lottery.
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abcnews.go.compolitics4 days agoUpdated
Nithya Raman Leads Spencer Pratt in Los Angeles Mayoral Primary
Progressive council member Nithya Raman overtook reality-TV star Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral primary after late and mail-in ballots were counted. Incumbent mayor Karen Bass is advancing to the November runoff.
The Hillpolitics13 days ago
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Advances to Runoff Against City Council Member
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face a city council member in the November runoff after neither secured a majority in the primary. The contest centers on homelessness, policing, and local enforcement issues.
Los Angeles Timespolitics13 days ago
Los Angeles Mayor's Race: Updated Count Shows Raman in Second Place
Nithya Raman overtook Spencer Pratt for second place in the Los Angeles mayor's primary. Karen Bass remains the top vote-getter and will face the second-place finisher in November.
bbc.co.uktechnology16 days ago
Reform UK mayor leaves meeting with Labour minister after disagreement over social media
A Reform UK mayor walked out of a meeting with the Communities Secretary after disagreeing over comments about social media and the response to an 18-year-old's murder. The mayor later said the departure was not a storm-out and defended the need for free speech.
foxnews.compolitics17 days ago
Los Angeles Mayor Bass Advances to Runoff With Progressive Democrat
Incumbent Mayor Karen Bass is projected to advance to the November runoff. Councilmember Nithya Raman and political newcomer Spencer Pratt remain in contention for the second spot as additional ballots are tallied.
thehindu.comworld17 days ago
South Korea’s Governing Party Wins Most Local Elections but Loses Seoul Mayor Race
The governing Democratic Party won most local races nationwide. It lost the Seoul mayor’s race, a result that limits further consolidation of its influence.
koreatimes.co.krworld18 days ago
Ruling party projected to win most local races as Seoul mayoral contest stays tight
Vote counts showed the Democratic Party ahead in up to 12 of 16 metropolitan and provincial contests. The Seoul mayoral race remained undecided after more than 93 percent of ballots were tallied.
Semaforbusiness4 days ago
Monterey Park Voters Approve Ban on New Data Centers
Residents approved the measure with 86 percent support, making the California city the first in the nation to enact such a prohibition by public vote.
koreaherald.comworld18 days ago
Ruling party projected to win most local races in South Korea
Exit polls showed the ruling Democratic Party ahead in 10 to 11 of 16 metropolitan and provincial contests. The results come one year after the current administration took office.
nypost.comsports18 days ago
New York City Ends Ban on Knicks Watch Party Outside Madison Square Garden
City officials reversed a prohibition on public viewing events for the Knicks' playoff games. The change occurred on Wednesday ahead of the team's first contest in the N.B.A. finals series.
upi.comworld18 days ago
South Koreans Elect Mayors, Governors, Education Chiefs and Local Council Members
More than 44.6 million voters cast ballots Wednesday for mayors, governors, council members and education chiefs in races viewed as an early gauge of the current administration.
finance20 days ago
Dayton Covers Flock License Plate Cameras During Policy Review After Finding Policy Violations
City crews in Dayton, Ohio placed trash bags over Flock Safety license plate readers after an internal review found thousands of immigration-related searches. Similar disputes have led other cities to deactivate or remove the devices.
The Timespolitics21 days ago
Council Officers to Decide Minor Planning Applications Without Full Council Vote
New planning rules will let council officers decide minor applications such as loft conversions and conservatories without a full council vote.
koreatimes.co.krpolitics21 days ago
Georgia town sues over proposed immigration detention center
The town of Social Circle filed a federal lawsuit opposing plans to convert a warehouse into a large immigration detention facility. The complaint cites environmental review requirements, federal administrative procedures, and state public nuisance law.
The Independentworld21 days ago
Cities Respond to Teen Gatherings With Curfews and Arrests
Several U.S. cities reported large, unsanctioned gatherings of teenagers over the Memorial Day weekend. Officials in multiple jurisdictions imposed curfews or announced plans to prosecute parents after some events led to injuries and property damage.
uctoday.comworld23 days ago
Heatwave Draws Crowds to Wales Beaches and Beauty Spots
High temperatures this week prompted large numbers of visitors to popular sites across Wales. The influx produced traffic delays and left significant amounts of litter at several locations.
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Businessman Files Private Charges Against Hepburn Shire Council CEO and Councillor
A Daylesford businessman has brought private prosecutions against Hepburn Shire Council CEO Bradley Thomas and Councillor Don Henderson. The charges allege misconduct in public office related to council-funded legal services. The case returns to the Ballarat Magistrates' Court fo…
techjuice.pkworld23 days ago
Tax board penalizes unregistered accountant serving as councillor
A Sydney councillor was fined for offering tax services without registration. The same week he lost a court case against his council and faces a removal petition.
GB Newsworld23 days ago
Author Joe Smith Defends Travellers at West Sussex Cricket Ground
Writer Joe Smith told GB News that traveller families face barriers booking campsites and chose a village cricket ground in West Sussex because they had no other options during half term.
america.cgtn.comworld23 days ago
Los Angeles Residents Set Up Homeless Encampment Outside Councilmember's Home
Residents placed tents and belongings directly in front of a city council member's residence. The action followed the council member's prior statement that homelessness near schools was not a concern.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld23 days ago
Seattle Mayor Announces Plan to Add 1,000 Shelter Beds by Year-End
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced a plan to add 1,000 new shelter beds by the end of the year. The announcement coincided with the resignation of her senior advisor on homelessness.
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bbc.co.ukworld23 days ago
North Tyneside Council Advances Tynemouth Library Demolition After Six-Year Delay
Conditions required before demolition have been completed. The council closed the library in February 2020 and later approved plans for a replacement building that includes a library, community facility, and six flats.
bbc.co.ukpolitics23 days ago
Bath Council Consults on Size-Based Parking Permit Charges
Bath and North East Somerset Council has opened a public consultation on changes to residents' parking permits and Park and Ride fees. The proposals include charges scaled to vehicle size and a requirement for a valid MOT.
bbc.co.ukworld23 days ago
Bournemouth Beaches Yield 83 Tonnes of Waste After Bank Holiday
Refuse crews removed more than 83 tonnes of litter from beaches in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole after record temperatures drew large crowds over the bank holiday weekend. The total was 260 percent higher than the previous weekend.
Rapplerworld23 days ago
Ombudsman Orders Six-Month Suspension of Catanduanes Vice Governor and 11 Board Members
The Office of the Ombudsman issued a preventive suspension order on May 22, 2026, against Catanduanes Vice Governor Robert Fernandez and 11 provincial board members. The order followed a December 2025 complaint filed by Governor Patrick Azanza alleging grave misconduct, abuse of…
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld23 days ago
Surveillance Footage Shows Industrial Waste Dumping in Melbourne's North-East
Footage compiled for Nillumbik Shire Council recorded large-scale dumping of industrial waste in Melbourne's north-east. The material was gathered as part of council monitoring efforts in the Diamond Creek area.
bbc.co.ukworld23 days ago
Japanese Mayor Announces 16-Week Maternity Leave
The mayor of Yawata in Kyoto Prefecture will take eight weeks of leave before and after childbirth. The decision marks the first time a sitting mayor in Japan has scheduled maternity leave.
nypost.compolitics23 days ago
Los Angeles Mayoral Candidate Spencer Pratt Gains in Polls
Spencer Pratt, a candidate in the upcoming Los Angeles mayoral election, has risen in recent polls. He has criticized Mayor Karen Bass over city governance and quality-of-life concerns.
nypost.comworld24 days ago
Nassau County Executive Says He Will Keep ICE Agreement Despite New State Law
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said Thursday he will maintain the county’s cooperation agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The announcement follows Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signing of legislation that limits local law enforcement cooperation with federal i…
thehindubusinessline.compolitics24 days ago
Prediction Markets Show Shifts in Los Angeles Mayoral Primary
Betting markets indicate changes in probabilities for the June 2 primary. Incumbent odds have declined while one challenger has gained ground.
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New York Postworld24 days ago
NYC Mayor Skips Israel Day Parade, Citing Opposition to Israeli Government
The mayor announced Thursday he will not attend the Israel Day Parade on Sunday, citing policy differences. The NYPD commissioner will march as an honorary grand marshal and outlined the largest security deployment in the event's history.