The new county sales tax, 10 cents on every $100 purchase, helps plug a budget shortfall that's been estimated at $150 million.

Bill Spelman, a former Austin City Council member and University of Texas professor known for championing data-driven policymaking and his research on policing, has died.

Incumbents and challengers filed for Durham’s mayoral, Ward 1, Ward 2 and Ward 3 council seats.

The City Council drove the final nail in the coffin for a controversial "snap curfew" ordinance, upholding Mayor Brandon Johnson's veto of the measure that would have allowed police to impose a ...

Citizens seeking justice for Marchello Woodard voice frustration to Erie City Council The community seeks answers regarding the investigation into Woodard's death; he was shot by a state parol ...

Erie City Council president Witherspoon claims he shot man in the head decades ago Witherspoon's remarks came following citizen comment regarding Marchello Woodard, 43, who was shot and killed by ...

Portland city council considers revoking ICE's permit for its detention facility due to alleged violations of the 12-hour detainee holding limit amid sanctuary city concerns.

The D.C. Council missed the deadline to vote on the proposed RFK Stadium redevelopment, leaving the future of the $3.7 billion project uncertain.

Equity, from housing to public safety, shaped the conversation at the Wichita City Council District 1 forum featuring 5 candidates addressing key issues.

Trump’s National Security Council process has become dysfunctional to the point of uselessness.

DC Council gives preliminary approval to 2026 budget The tipped minimum wage is still in effect after a proposed compromise on the law was struck down.

Funding for a new stadium, a set minimum wage for tipped workers and additional support for DNA testing are among the highlights of a budget, D.C. council will vote on Monday.