Podcasts about city hall

In a report earlier this month, the group Reporters Without Borders said, "Trump's second term as president has brought a troubling deterioration in press freedom." For two decades, the number of American journalists has been in decline. The Star-Ledger in New Jersey is an example of a high-profile newsroom that stopped producing a print edition and cut more staff in 2024. Fewer than a quarter of American newsrooms are in growth mode. We discuss the state of the profession with our guests: Gino Fanelli, investigations and City Hall reporter for WXXI News Veronica Volk, senior producer for WXXI News Natasha Kaiser, rising senior in the photojournalism program at RIT Roisin Meyer, rising senior in the international relations and economics program at the University of Rochester

On The Afternoon Drive with John Maytham, we turn to music, memory, and majesty as John is joined by a guest from the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra to preview the upcoming Winter Symphonies at the City Hall, opening on 12 June 2025. The concert features Brahms’ Violin Concerto and Symphony No. 4 in E minor, performed by celebrated violinist Andrey Baranov, winner of the 2012 Queen Elisabeth Violin Competition, with Thomas Sanderling making his CPO debut as conductor after a remarkable 50-year global career. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nuclear fallout shelters are still among us, though they are not exactly ready for the apocalypse. These remnants of Cold War-era infrastructure do exist across Chicago, often in places you might not expect.

//The Wire//2300Z May 15, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: COMMUNICATIONS ISSUES CONTINUE IN COMMERCIAL AVIATION. TRUMP'S MIDDLE EAST TRIP CONTINUES. SHOOTING REPORTED AT MILWAUKEE CITY HALL.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: Various diplomatic efforts continue as before. Ukrainian officials have met with Russian officials in Turkey, with little to no agreement being made so far. President Trump's visit to the Middle East continues, along with various trade agreements.-HomeFront-Texas: Yesterday an arrest was made in conjunction with the high-profile murder of an InfoWars employee in Austin. Authorities state that Eloy Adrian Camarillo shot and killed Jaime White as Camarillo was attempting to break into vehicles outside White's residence.AC: At the time this murder was reported, it was possible that this was a more targeted attack due to White's link to InfoWars. However, now this appears to be more of an instance of routine violent street crime.Wisconsin: This afternoon a shooting was reported at the Zeidler municipal building in Milwaukee, prompting a lockdown of City Hall.AC: As of this report, no details have been released and the lockdown continues. Some sources claim that the shooter may be a disgruntled employee but as this is a developing situation nothing is confirmed yet.Colorado: This morning the FAA issued a statement regarding a communications issue that emerged at Denver International Airport on Monday. Air traffic control personnel in the tower briefly lost radio contact with all aircraft for several minutes, due to an unspecified outage at a transmitter site.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: The aviation incident in Denver is concerning due to how serious the crisis could have been. By pure luck alone, a separate radio system was used to contact one aircraft in the air on the Guard (emergency) frequency, who was then able to relay the explanation of the situation to aircraft approaching the airport. Though there are multiple ways for airports to communicate with aircraft, not all aircraft have these communications platforms (for instance, a small Cessna probably doesn't have an ACARS system, for basic text messaging between aircraft). The fact that somebody had to get ahold of a random aircraft on Guard is very telling. Most of the local news reports on the issue have cited closed-source "insider information" which obviously can't be independently confirmed. However, based on this speculative information, it sounds like multiple radio outages had already occurred, and that the fifth and final method of communicating with aircraft via radio finally died. This is concerning for a multitude of reasons, but especially because the aircraft already inbound to the airport had no idea what happened. It is only via this truly last-ditch emergency radio system that airborne aircraft were able to figure out what had happened. It's one thing when an aircraft itself suffers a radio outage or some other communications issue...but it's vastly more concerning when a whole airport goes dark, and can't communicate with aircraft that are already lining up to land.Analyst: S2A1Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground//END REPORT//

TALK TO ME, TEXT ITHave you ever witnessed something seemingly ordinary that suddenly strikes you as deeply strange? That's exactly how this episode begins—with a curious observation about a man spraying chemicals on a lawn without proper equipment, sparking questions about environmental safety and everyday awareness.The conversation quickly shifts to alarming territory as we explore a shocking case from Texas involving a mother who allegedly purchased weapons and military gear for her young son, encouraging his disturbing plan to commit violence at his middle school. With details about impromptu explosives and ammunition found by the grandmother, this story raises profound questions about parental responsibility and the early warning signs of potential violence.We also dive into the controversial decision by Providence, Rhode Island officials to fly the Palestinian flag at City Hall. This exploration of national symbols and government representation challenges our understanding of appropriate flag displays and what they communicate about our values and priorities as communities. Should government buildings display anything beyond American and state flags? The debate continues to divide opinions across the political spectrum.On a lighter but equally bizarre note, we share the story of a $640 Trump-themed watch that arrived with a manufacturing defect—missing the critical "T" to spell "RUMP" instead. This consumer complaint highlights the peculiar intersection of political merchandise, quality control, and customer service in our increasingly polarized marketplace.Throughout these seemingly disconnected stories runs a common thread about American identity, values, and the strange reality we navigate daily. What do these incidents reveal about our society? How should we respond to the bizarre and concerning events happening around us? Share your thoughts and join the conversation—and don't forget to answer our question of the day using only food emojis!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to anamericanistblog@gmail.com and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREESupport the showTip Jar for coffee $ - Thanks Music by Alehandro Vodnik from Pixabay Blog - AnAmericanist.comX - @americanistblog

A chaotic scene erupted in Worcester when Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers went to arrest a woman who the Dept. of Homeland Security describes as a “violent criminal” here illegally. The woman under arrest has a history of prior arrest on charges that include assault and battery on a pregnant victim. Community members including a city councilor responded to the scene of ICE action and tried to intervene resulting in multiple arrests by Worcester Police. Protests have ensued since, including a protest outside City Hall Tuesday that caused the City Council to close City Hall over “public safety concerns.” We discussed the ongoing drama in Worcester!Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

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In our second hour, we discuss the protests and arrests at the ICE detention center in Newark -- and revisit the City Hall-related fireworks from yesterday's show.

Bridges are more than just concrete and steel spanning waterways; they are integral elements of cultural heritage, shaping and defining our landscapes and connecting communities. In this re-release of Heritage Hour, the City of Kingston's Manager of Heritage Planning, Dr. Joel Konrad explores the hidden cultural significance of Ontario's heritage bridges, illustrating their roles beyond mere functionality. This Heritage Hour was first presented at Kingston's City Hall in October 2024. During this episode, you'll hear Joel talk about the physical aspects of bridges, which during the talk, were presented on screen. If you're curious and want to see the pictures, please visit our YouTube channel. If you have a topic for Heritage Hour, let us know! Go to Get Involved Kingston to apply today.

May 15, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the new Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Magnet School, support from local elected officials, and the Macon County Clerk position. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the guys chat with Ben Merell, CEO of Power Up Watersports. They reflect on his journey through watersports and where he has found himself now. They chat about his journey to becoming a councilman and how he plans to propel watersports to a prospering future.[SPONSORS] - This show is sponsored by Take My Boat Test and WaveRez.Show Links:Website: https://www.watersportpodcast.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/awgpodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1155418904790489Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awg_podcast/

The Government has slashed Sir Sadiq Khan's affordable housing targets after the number of affordable homes being started in London last year was revealed to be the second lowest on record.Local democracy reporter Noah Vickers joins us to unpack the latest data from City Hall.And in part two, Chief Theatre Critic Nick Curtis tells us about the hottest theatre tickets in town this summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buffalo City Hall remembers the victims of the 5/14 mass shooting three years later full 698 Wed, 14 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000 QFHcLiRED8cpOBAhei5enRftynyKI0rv buffalo,news,wben,5/14,leah halton-pope,ulysses wingo,news & politics WBEN Extras buffalo,news,wben,5/14,leah halton-pope,ulysses wingo,news & politics Buffalo City Hall remembers the victims of the 5/14 mass shooting three years later Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False https://p

"Ernest Cuneo played Ivy League football at Columbia University and was in the old Brooklyn Dodgers NFL franchise before becoming a City Hall lawyer and 'Brain Trust' aide to President Franklin Roosevelt." While on the payroll of national radio columnist Walter Winchell, Cuneo "mingled with the famous and powerful. But his status as a spy remained a secret, hiding in plain sight." All of this is the way Hanover Square Press introduces readers to Thomas Maier's book, "The Invisible Spy." Maier, a graduate of Fordham and Columbia, is an author and a television producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 - Whitemarsh can't protect itself during a 4th of July Parade? Why do they fear a New Orleans style attack? Why shouldn't things be closed all the time then? We play audio and take calls on the matter. 1220 - Continuing on with the parade conversation. 1230 - Side - safe white boy 1240 - Some discussion on safe white boys/vanilla people. Is the NBA Draft Lottery rigged? 1250 - Your calls to round out the hour. 1 - Why can't Tom Jones be President? 105 - A local transgender runner dominated the women's 200m race over the weekend and people are not thrilled. 115 - Is Trump endorsing Jack Cittarelli the ideal candidate to win the governorship of New Jersey? Will the Trump endorsement help or hurt? 120 - Your calls. 135 - Why are PA Democrats suddenly on board with Voter ID laws and reforms? Who is getting honored for her mail-in balloting efforts? Your calls. 140 - Returning to Whitemarsh where we have more audio from the meeting deciding to cancel their 4th of July parade. 150 - No surprise that the people of Whitemarsh are upset about the parade, but they need to get their message out there more! Your calls. 2 - Congressman Jeff Van Drew joins the program. Why have state Democrats been going after forms of energy that will cost taxpayers instead of saying them money? What does Jeff Van Drew think of New Jersey Democrats storming the ICE facility in Newark? Should they be charged, or reprimanded? Why are we moving forward with green energy when it goes against Trump? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 230 - Whitemarsh resident Christine Ball-Serr joins us today to discuss why she created a petition against the town's City Hall ruling on canceling the 4th of July parade. What about the town's behavior is so infuriating that residents feel the need to speak up? Is it reasonable for the town to get rid of the parade for safety reasons, citing the tragedy in Vancouver last year? How many signatures is the petition going for? 250 - The Lightning Round!

2 - Congressman Jeff Van Drew joins the program. Why have state Democrats been going after forms of energy that will cost taxpayers instead of saying them money? What does Jeff Van Drew think of New Jersey Democrats storming the ICE facility in Newark? Should they be charged, or reprimanded? Why are we moving forward with green energy when it goes against Trump? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 230 - Whitemarsh resident Christine Ball-Serr joins us today to discuss why she created a petition against the town's City Hall ruling on canceling the 4th of July parade. What about the town's behavior is so infuriating that residents feel the need to speak up? Is it reasonable for the town to get rid of the parade for safety reasons, citing the tragedy in Vancouver last year? How many signatures is the petition going for? 250 - The Lightning Round!

Part 1:We talk with Cameron Joseph, who is s a senior Washington reporter for The Christian Science Monitor.  Prior to that, he was a freelance reporter with work in publications including The Guardian, The Columbia Journalism Review, the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Politico Magazine. He previously was a staff reporter for VICE News, Talking Points Memo, the New York Daily News, The Hill, and National Journal. He's covered Washington since 2009, with most of his career focused on elections, Capitol Hill, and the White House. He is a recipient of the 2023National Press Foundation Dirksen Award for distinguished reporting on Congress and the 2020National Press Club award for excellence in political journalism.We discuss the increasing more authoritarian aspect of the current administration. Trump ignores the rule of law, and has essentially taken control of the media, which do not correct his statements. Congress is completely dysfunctional.Part 2:We talk with Robert Hennelly, who is an award-winning print and broadcast journalist focusing on labor, public health, national security, the economy, public finance and the environment. He is the New York City Hall reporter for Work-Bites and his weekly Monday morning radio program on WBAI closely tracks the latest local, regional and national labor movement news. Hennelly is also a regular contributor to InsiderNJ,  Salon, the Village Voice, Raw Story and City & State. For over a decade, he was a reporter for WNYC covering New Jersey, New York and national politics. For several years, he was also the City Hall reporter for the Chief Leader newspaper, and a regular contributor to WBGO, the NPR jazz affiliate in Newark, NJ. His work has appeared in the New York Times, the Christian Science Monitor, the Miami Herald, the Detroit Free Press, CBS Money Watch, and dozens of other publications both in the United States and overseas.His book Stucknation: Can the US Change the Course of Its History of Choosing Profits Over People was published in 2022 by Democracy@Work.We discuss the arrest of Mayor Baraka of Newark, NJ. The Gestapo tactics used during an occasion when the mayor was performing his official duty are disturbing.  

The Public Strategies team breaks down New York's response to the federal landscape—from congestion pricing and the SALT cap to the high-stakes mayoral race. Plus, a look at the global stage: what the appointment of the new American Pope means for U.S. influence in the Vatican and beyond. Featuring insights from Public Strategies' Howard Schweitzer, Towner French, and Jamie Ansorge.

ԼուրջCast  - Մեսրոպ Մանուկյան - Թաղապետարանի ծեծկռտուքը, տրանսպորտի խնդիրը, ավագանիում պրեսսինգներըԱյս թողարկման մեր հյուրն է Երևանի ավագանու «Մայր Հայաստան» դաշինքի անդամ Մեսրոպ Մանուկյանը։ Նրա հետ քննարկում ենք, թե ինչպես են այս վերջին գործընթացները զարգացել, խոսում ենք Երևանի ավագանիում ծրագրերի վերահսկողության մեխանիզմներից և դրանցում հաճախակի հանդիպող ժամկետների խախտումներից։Անդրադառնում ենք քաղաքի տրանսպորտային խնդիրներին, քաղաքում տոմետների տեղադրումների, մանկապարտեզների կառուցման թերացումներին, քաղաքական պայքարի գործիքներին, կիրառվող ճնշման մեթոդներին, Ծիծեռնակաբերդի խճուղուն և վերջում քննարկում ենք Նոր Նորքի թաղապետի և Արթուր Չախոյանի միջև ծեծկռտուքն ու դրա հետևանքները։ ArmComedy թիմը ներկայացնում է ԼուրջCast

In Episode 22 we present our annual interview with the CEO of Assiniboia Downs, Darren Dunn!ASD is celebrating their 68th season of live racing, bringing Millions of dollars into the Manitoba economy while creating over 1000 jobs. Fans flock from across Manitoba, Western Canada and the USA to enjoy the sights, sounds and scenery and lay a few friendly wagers.2.55- We open the discussion with some memories about the late Ken "Hank" Hendricks, a sportsman whose record of 1685 winning rides at the Downs will never be eclipsed. The excitement of the Downs has now expanded to Australia, where the international dateline is making watching the races a Sky Sports favorite of morning viewers down under! Operated by the non-profit Manitoba Jockey Club, the regular schedule of Tuesday and Wednesday evenings will be augmented with six Monday slates, including the Manitoba Derby on August 4th. But the modern facility goes beyond hosting the Sport of Kings- it's part of the fabric of our community.You'll hear Darren speak about the tremendous line-up of community events slated for the summer, including gatherings focused on fun, food, kids, and music."If you can think it, we can do it!"Live Racing starts on Tuesday May 13th May 24-25: Food Truck BattlesMay 30: June 1: Rib FestManitoba Night Market & FestivalSundays, June 8 • July 20 • August 24 @3 PM – 11 PMJune 20: Rocking & Wrestling @6 PMJuly 4-5: Pizza Fest*******Follow our independent coverage of public affairs! Every episode of The Great Canadian Talk Show is on ActionLine.ca and on Spotify. We tell you what's happening at City Hall, the Legislature, and in our residential, business and sports communities with analysis, interviews and investigations that are unmatched in Winnipeg.We do not accept government subsidies - our Season Six Funding campaign is now at $1060 with a target of $10,000.Support grassroots journalism that represents the concerns and goals of families, entrepreneurs, taxpayers, and you! Use our Donate Page to contribute via PayPal and get the details for E-Transfers and sponsorship inquiries.*****Coming up in the Sunday edition of the Winnipeg Sun: After the latest towing fiasco in the Exchange District, it's time for City Council to open the blinds and let some sunshine beam down on the Winnipeg Parking Authority.You can find all of Marty Gold's reports in the Sun at this link.Comments, story tips, advertising and donation inquiries: martygoldlive@gmail.com

This week in Montrose: Dave Frank steps into his new role as mayor following a smooth leadership transition at City Hall, and Surf and Cycle kicks off its summer group rides with a free session at Electric Hills.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the week's biggest headlines, from a wild week for wildlife to increasing tensions in City Hall.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – After a secret payoff by Charlotte City Council to the Police Chief was leaked to the media, Councilmembers are calling for an investigation into the leak and denying accusations from their colleague, Victoria Watlington, that there is unethical and illegal activity at City Hall. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: If you choose to subscribe, get 15% off here! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we're diving into what every business owner in Sanford needs to know—the Business Tax Receipt (BTR) process and the exciting launch of our new Development Assistance Program (DAP)!Join us as we chat with City staff about how these tools are designed to support local businesses, streamline growth, and make navigating development in Sanford easier than ever.Whether you're a current business owner, a future entrepreneur, or just curious about how our city is supporting economic development—this episode is for you!Tune in now! 

Free Indoor/Outdoor Water Savings Kits Bring your water bill in to City Hall to pick one up! Human Services Grant Program Application open until May 23, 2025 Lacey Spring Fun Fair May 17 & 18 Saint Martin's University

May 8, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the financial importance of tourism, Farm Progress, God's Shelter of Love, political theatrics, and remembering a downtown market from years ago. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Willamette Valley town's mascot was the state's wealthiest housecat; he owned City Hall along with the farm it was built on, as well as an iconic red barn. Today, you can visit Kitty Kat's grave, but his barn has been moved to a new place. (Tangent, Linn County; 1980s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1201b-kitty-kat-owner-of-city-hall-richest-cat.html)

While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 2 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and tie them to what's actually happened so far. The story in this chapter follows fictional Private Troy Marquis, who attends a tense early morning briefing at a military reserve base in Philadelphia. Troy is told that a radical group, Antifa, has invaded the city, prompting a second-term President Trump to invoke the Insurrection Act. US law currently prohibits the military from operating on US soil. However, the Insurrection Act of 1807 gives the president broad and sweeping authority to use the military to quell domestic violence or conspiracy that the president thinks is a domestic rebellion or insurrection. Donald Trump tried use the Insurrection Act against Black Lives Matter protests in his first administration and has threatened use the U.S. Military to shut down protests against him in a second term.As the soldiers in Troy Marquis company advance towards City Hall, tensions rise with the conflict between what the soldiers were told and what they see with their own eyes. In the midst of a peaceful protest against police violence, the situation escalates when one soldier purposely makes up a perceived threat, leading to gunfire. The chaos results in the deaths of dozens and many injuries, including their own soldiers. Overcome with horror and guilt, Troy grapples with the aftermath of their actions and the brutal reality of their mission.In a view from the other side, the fictional Julie Brown joins that protest in Philadelphia calling for justice after the police killing of two Black students. Despite her parents' concerns about the increasing hostility towards protesters, she feels compelled to stand up for her beliefs. The protest initially unfolds peacefully, filled with songs and chants, until military forces arrive with orders to disperse the demonstrators. As the military's authoritative tone becomes increasingly menacing, panic ensues when gunfire breaks out, resulting in casualties among the protesters. Julie is injured in the chaos and wakes up in the hospital, facing a representative of military intelligence who informs her that the protest group is being investigated for allegedly attacking the military. Once again in a trump administration up is down and down is up.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode:Mark Hamill and Andrea Guidry who read the chapters and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Jonathan Moser and Marilys Ernst. This episode of Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal was jointly written by Daniel Miller—lawyer, writer and democracy advocate—and David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by the American Federation of Government employees. More information at AFGE.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A recent state Supreme Court ruling stripped the Rochester Police Accountability Board (PAB) of its investigatory power. The decision was made following a complaint by the Rochester Police Locust Club. The PAB was already lacking disciplinary power. As reported by WXXI's Gino Fanelli, "The ruling allows for the PAB to do two things: it can exist, and it can review and recommend changes to department policy." The board can appeal, but there are still questions about what it will be able to accomplish in the future. We discuss that future with PAB Executive Director Lesli Myers-Small and Gino Fanelli. In studio: Lesli Myers-Small, Ed.D., executive director of the Rochester Police Accountability Board Larry Knox, chair of the Rochester Police Accountability Board Gino Fanelli, investigations and City Hall reporter for WXXI News

The All Local Afternoon Update for Tuesday May 6th 2025

Galva Mayor Volkert joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to recap the Monday City Council meeting. Galva's City Council welcomed three members following April's election—John Wirth joins for Ward 2, while Doug Anderson and Jayme Hopping continue serving their wards. The American Legion begins poppy sales for Memorial Day and invites volunteers to place flags at Galva Cemetery on May 11, 2025, meeting at 7 AM. Citywide cleanup runs June 16–21, with pickup available on June 16th; contact Galva City Hall at 309-932-2555  for details, especially regarding tire disposal fees. Galva acquired 44 acres near the park district, and the park district is looking to expand recreational areas. The park district intends to use the five acres to add a parking area, soccer field, and ball diamond. The city is still installing the solar arrays, and when completed, residents will have the option to purchase electricity from the solar array. Mayor Volkert said the city will never ask you for financial information. If you have questions regarding individuals going door-to-door selling electricity, contact City Hall. The city has demolished some dilapidated buildings, and they have one building left. Anyone interested in opening a business in the final building or building on the land from demolished buildings should contact Galva City Hall for more information. The park district taxing boundaries need to match the city boundaries, so land around the ethanol plant has been annexed into the city, allowing for a larger tax base for the Galva Park District. Galva added a couple of trinkets and pictures to the Henry County time capsule, which will be opened far into the future.

Crain's list of the best restaurants offers recs for client dinners, lunch, post-workday drinks with colleagues and even a breakfast meeting option. Reporter Ally Marotti and host Amy Guth discuss about this year's list and the restaurant group betting big on the Loop with new spots anchored to hotels.Plus: Gov. Pritzker shuts door on state funding for revised One Central megaproject, a business-backed group raises $10 million in bid to reshape City Hall, Rivian ups its Illinois investment with supplier park and a hotel group warns of travel hit as Trump administration policies chill tourism.

Host Greg Jefferson and City Hall reporters Megan Rodriguez and Molly Smith talk about voters' rejection of City Council members running for the top job, the Year of the Outsider and what's ahead in the June 7 runoff. *Suggested reading:* What happens next in San Antonio mayoral and City Council races: _https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/san-antonio-mayor-city-council-races-next-steps-20309351.php_ Gina Ortiz Jones made it to a runoff for mayor. Here's what to know about her.: _https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/things-to-know-about-mayoral-candidate-ortiz-jones-20310712.php_ Rolando Pablos could be San Antonio's next mayor. Who is he?: _https://www.expressnews.com/news/article/rolando-pablos-runoff-election-20310883.php_ *Sign up here for our ENside Politics newsletter:* https://www.expressnews.com/newsletters/ensidepolitics/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Southwest Michigan's morning news for Monday, May 5, 2025 from WSJM. You can find these stories and more at https://www.wsjm.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this newscast: A proposal that would create and fund tribally run public schools in Alaska inched closer to reality on Thursday; Hundreds in Juneau joined thousands nationwide yesterday as protests surged for International Workers Day, also known as May Day; Child advocacy centers in Alaska were funded with federal money for the past decade, but now the state has to foot the bill, and lawmakers are still deciding; The City and Borough of Juneau will hold its annual How to Run for Local Office workshop Saturday at City Hall, as there are six local seats up for grabs in October's municipal election; A new Alaska law requires all businesses that sell alcohol to post a warning that drinking alcohol can cause breast and colon cancers

Donald Trump's tariff policies pose an economic threat to Rochester Hills, Michigan — and Republican Mayor Bryan Barnett has not been shy about speaking out. “More robots are made in my city than in any other city in North America,” Barnett told Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed and former Philly Mayor Michael Nutter, along with Citizen Co-founder Larry Platt, in the latest episode of the podcast. “Our two biggest trading partners — and it's not even close — are Canada and Mexico.” Barnett has held onto the mayoral office for an astounding 18 years — in no small part because of his unique style of “governtainment,” as well as the realization that cities are firmly in the business of customer service. “Our competition isn't who you think: It's Amazon,” Barnett says. “If you can get something delivered to your house from across the world in 24 hours, but it takes four or five visits to city hall to get a dog license, people say this just doesn't make any sense. Most mayors are more practical than political, so while I am Republican, most of my day-to-day work is solving problems for our community.” “What you're doing is good for the soul of the country,” Reed tells him. Join us for a conversation about getting shit done, all while entertaining your city along the way. Remember to subscribe to the podcast to keep up on all the latest episodes. You can watch highlights from this episode or view the full podcast right on YouTube. As cities go, so goes the nation!

Donald Trump's tariff policies pose an economic threat to Rochester Hills, Michigan — and Republican Mayor Bryan Barnett has not been shy about speaking out. “More robots are made in my city than in any other city in North America,” Barnett told Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed and former Philly Mayor Michael Nutter, along with Citizen Co-founder Larry Platt, in the latest episode of How To Really Run A City. “Our two biggest trading partners — and it's not even close — are Canada and Mexico.” Barnett has held onto the mayoral office for an astounding 18 years — in no small part because of his unique style of “governtainment,” as well as the realization that cities are firmly in the business of customer service. “Our competition isn't who you think: It's Amazon,” Barnett says. “If you can get something delivered to your house from across the world in 24 hours, but it takes four or five visits to city hall to get a dog license, people say this just doesn't make any sense." Join us for a conversation about getting shit done, all while entertaining your city along the way.  As cities go, so goes the nation!

Season 3, Episode 14: The Melissa Farmer's Market is alive again - and it's thriving! That is thanks to the love and passion of Caitlin Trahan and Britney West. These two stay-at-home moms wanted to restart the farmer's market, and it has grown into so much more. These two sisters have built a community within a community. How did they do it? Again ... love and passion for small businesses in this community! Want to experience Melissa Farmer's Market for yourself? First, listen to this episode of The Front Porch. Then, make your way to City Hall from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday (or next Saturday ... or the Saturday after that).  #frontporchLinks:Melissa Farmers Market: FacebookMelissa Farmers Market: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com

The dust is settling on the 2025 Idaho legislative session, so what new laws will affect Boiseans? We're finding out how far-right lawmakers might have made our community a target with the City of Boise's Kathy Griesmyer. From a policy taking power away from the city over child care, to a bill that will penalize our homeless population, to a standoff over the Pride flag hanging at City Hall — there's a lot to parse. Plus, host Lindsay Van Allen asks whether diplomacy with the ultra-conservative legislature is still a viable strategy.  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this April 28th episode:  Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The All Local Morning for Monday, April 28 2025

This is the noon All Local Update for April 28th, 2025.

For Episode 426, Jon is back in town and brings official show lawyer, Moses DeWitt along for a coffee, and to chat about this week's headlines. This episode was recorded in part at CFS Coffee on Church Street and at The Retro Room pop-up in Thornton Park and features a quick interview with Chef Denny Tornatore. This week's topics include an update on the scaffolding at City Hall, Solar Bears in the playoffs, the closing of Pups Pub, and more money for Camping World Stadium. This week's episode was sponsored by Enzian Theater and JustCallMoe.com. Tune in to Bungalower and The Bus on Real Radio 104.1 FM every Friday at 8 p.m. or catch the podcast to stay in touch with all of the latest headlines, new restaurants, and best-bet events to attend this week.

On the heels of a tough budget season, and with looming federal funding cuts, Mayor Branndon Johnson is hoping to get ahead of what is shaping up to be yet another grueling budget fight. On Monday, he signed an executive order launching a budget working group and a review of city spending. Alex Nitkin from the Illinois Answers Project explains how this could set the stage for difficult budget considerations like staffing and service cuts. Plus, we discuss high “bonuses” for ward aides, the city's reparations task force, and this weekend's Cherry Blossom festival. Good News: Off Beat Tour Get more from City Cast Chicago when you become a City Cast Chicago Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this April 25 episode: Babbel – Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames – Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Moats Entertainment – Save $5 with code CityCast Paramount Theatre – Save $5 off each ticket with Code CityCast. Offer is good for up to 4 tickets  Cozy Earth – Use code COZYCHICAGO for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Another Friday is here, and Boise's showdown with the Idaho Legislature over the Pride flag flying outside City Hall continues. So our Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter is joining host Lindsay Van Allen to ask big questions about what this standoff says about local power, inclusivity, and our city's identity. Meanwhile, Governor Little wants to reshape forest policy to fight wildfires, but will it yield the results he wants? And if you need a breather from everything that's going on, we've got weekend recommendations for yoga and a sound bath, plus a new art installation to check out.  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this April 25th episode:  Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYBOISE for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The All Local Afternoon Update for Friday, April 25 2025

Elizabeth Kim, Gothamist and WNYC reporter, talks about how both state assembly member Zohran Mamdani and Comptroller Brad Lander are vying to be the top progressive candidate in the Democratic mayoral primary, and more news from City Hall and the campaign trail.

Investigative reporter Miranda Spivack who is an expert in government secrecy and use of public documents has written a book about people she calls accidental activists They are regular citizens with no expertise special knowledge of leadership motivated by grief or worry for their community who figure out how to network and mobilize and drag information out of government and corporations to successfully battle City Hall. She says we all can do this. Here she is talking about one of the Local Heroes.Sometimes regular people just trying to help their families and communities are forced to become heroes. Investigative reporter Miranda Spivack has written a book about some inspiring local heroes around the country with no experience in leadership or in giving speeches or reading government documents have fought back against government secrecy and shady deals between government and business to bring about reform. The message is that you too can fight the power.

Watch on Philo! - Philo.tv/DTHVice Principal Jo is bustling around backstage at the school theater. She trips, and her glasses fall off. She looks up and thinks she sees a total hunk—but who can be sure?She steps out from backstage, and we see the same chaotic scene from the first film, where all the moms bump into each other. Smile. Love Club. Group photo.Fast forward six months: Jo is now dating the choir director, Karim, and she's been promoted to Principal! But something's off—she doesn't seem quite happy.So, she reaches out to the Love Club.Jo confesses that Karim might be ready to take the relationship to the next level, but she's just not sure she feels the same way. The next day, she sees that same hunk from six months ago... and realizes she knows him. It's Ryan, and his son, Simon, is a student at the school. Turns out Simon's been having some trouble.Jo and Ryan get into an argument, and he storms off. That's when it hits her—not only does she know him... he's her ex-husband.She tells the Love Club that she spontaneously married Ryan at 18, and it was a huge mistake.Then Karim proposes via Yahtzee, and Jo tells him she needs time to think. The Love Club suspects Jo still has feelings for Ryan. So Tory drags her over to his house—where he's washing car mats with his shirt off (of course). Sparks start to fly over the car... until a massive argument breaks out about who actually ended their marriage. Jo storms off and calls Karim. She says yes.But just as she starts planning another wedding, she finds out... she's still married to Ryan.She confronts him and asks him to come to City Hall to finalize the annulment. But first, he takes her on a surprise detour—to their old high school. Cue the nostalgia. Cue the flying sparks.Ultimately, Jo decides to break things off with Karim. But when she shows up to talk to Ryan—his baby mama is there.Heartbroken, she decides to move forward with the annulment.But then, Simon sees the papers and decides to play matchmaker. He traps both Jo and Ryan in detention, forcing them to talk things out and—yes—make out.They celebrate at the school carnival, where Jo gets dunk tanked, and then they kiss in front of all the kids.