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A City Council committee has passed a resolution urging Chicago's top federal prosecutor to resign. Dr. Lisa Nee, a cardiologist, has announced her candidacy for Chicago mayor.

A City Council committee will vote on a pact to negotiate with Costco for a warehouse store and gas station in underserved West Oakland. The proposed development aims to address retail gaps in the area.

Staten Island's flag, currently flying at City Hall, may become official through a proposed law. A City Council committee will consider codifying the cream-colored flag with the borough's seal into law.

A public briefing on military exercises at St. Luke’s Hospital site in Pasadena will occur during a City Council committee meeting. The agenda lacks details about the involved military branch, exercise timing, or the presenter. The item is listed in the 'Information Only' section without attached documents.

Pasadena’s civilian police watchdogs may be required to complete new training requirements, including visiting the Police Department’s shooting range, ride-alongs, and community-based training on implicit bias and the city’s policing history. The proposed rules, adopted by the Community Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) with a 7-4 vote, are set for review by a City Council committee.

A City Council committee approved a crackdown on marijuana sales within 1,000 feet of schools and parks, with Ald. Gilbert Villegas adjusting penalties to address concerns about disproportionate enforcement. The move aims to combat black-market cannabis sales near public spaces, which officials attribute to high state taxes and weak state-level disciplinary measures for illegal sales.

Nithya Raman, a mayoral candidate focusing on homelessness, has faced criticism from rival Spencer Pratt for not convening her City Council committee in five weeks. Pratt accuses her of being 'checked out' while prioritizing her campaign over addressing the growing backlog of issues.