council
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The contest became the most expensive council race this year, nearly breaking $2 million in contributions.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
After multiple attempts to order Lowe to pull down the building, the council took her to court after she failed to comply with the demolition order.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
“When voters are frustrated, they often say: ‘The system’s not working, the only one working for me is my council member,’” Guerra said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
A council must apologise "profusely" over a failed crackdown on second homes which cost taxpayers £465k, a councillor has said.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
“Exactly. This all fits. It would be good to know if the council members’ families were attacked in Boggs Ferry too.”
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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