Court requires L.A. to compensate nearly $50 million to man struck by city sanitation vehicle
Los Angeles is set to pay nearly $50 million to a man who has been in a coma after being struck by a sanitation truck in Encino. Kamran Hakimi, now 61, was at the crosswalk at Hayvenhurst Avenue and Ventura Boulevard when the incident occurred last August. His lawyer claims that Hakimi had a green […]
Blue City Sheriffs Mock DOJ Demand For Details On Undocumented Immigrants
Trump Administration Seeks Immigration Data from California Law Enforcement The Trump administration is requesting information about immigrant detainees from various law enforcement agencies in California, as sheriffs in both Los Angeles and San Francisco indicate they are unwilling to cooperate. On Thursday, the Department of Justice (DOJ) sent a list to several sheriffs in major […]
Did the City of Clay quietly appoint a ‘city manager’ without a public vote?
Concerns Over Clay, Alabama’s City Governance Model For over ten years, Clay, Alabama, has been using a governance system referred to by local officials as the “mayor and mayor” model. However, recent legal issues raise questions about whether this approach complies with state law, particularly regarding the establishment of a powerful city manager position without […]
City council approves curfew for youth in Montgomery’s downtown entertainment area
Montgomery City Council Approves Curfew Ordinance In a recent meeting, the Montgomery City Council voted on an ordinance that imposes a curfew on minors within the Downtown Entertainment District. While the decision was not unanimous, it has been approved. The new curfew targets individuals under 17 years old, restricting their presence from 9 PM to […]
Fairhope resident declares his intention to run for city council after claims that residents’ concerns have been ignored
Local resident Troy Vickers has declared his intention to run for a seat on the Fairhope city council, aiming to challenge incumbent Jack Burrell. Since relocating to Fairhope with his wife Diane in 2022, Vickers believes his background as a civil engineer and his civic involvement have motivated him to enter this race. After attending […]
Maricopa: A Expanding City in Arizona
From the May/June 2025 issue Business Facilities: Could you describe the business landscape of Maricopa, Arizona, and what benefits it offers to businesses? Christian Prices: Maricopa City is part of the Phoenix Metro area, specifically in Pinal County, and it’s about half an hour from Sky Harbor International Airport and downtown Phoenix. At just 22 […]
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Community About Level 3 Sex Offender in Black Canyon City
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Community Notification The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is required to share specific information in line with ARS 13-3825, which pertains to the Sex Offenders Act. This is meant to notify the community about offenders residing in unconsolidated areas of the county. It’s the duty of the Chief Law Enforcement Agency in […]
A long-time city official believes Los Angeles is facing serious challenges.
Good morning and welcome to Records LA – City Hall newsletter. Rick Cole brings a wealth of knowledge about city governance. The 72-year-old, who has served as mayor of Pasadena, city manager in Ventura, Azusa, and Santa Monica, and deputy mayor in Los Angeles, returned to City Hall in 2022. He was an important figure […]
Tuscaloosa City Board of Education decides to take legal action against the state regarding online sales tax.
Tuscaloosa School Board Takes Legal Action Over Internet Sales Tax The Tuscaloosa School Board made a unanimous decision on Tuesday to file a lawsuit against Alabama regarding the distribution of internet sales tax. This move follows a recent vote by the Tuscaloosa City Council, which also expressed intentions to sue the state, arguing that this […]
Nashville is a dynamic city but stays in one spot.
In May, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell delivered the 2025 address, urging residents to “Give us more options on how we will move into the future together.” Well, every political speech has its flair, right? But as I mulled over a news piece regarding Nashville’s economic landscape, I found myself grappling with a rather complex view […]
