City leaders
Coverage of City leaders in the Nexus archive.
- Worst of Hurricane Lala expected overnight on Oahu
The worst effects of Hurricane Lala are expected overnight on Oahu. However, city leaders and first responders have stated that they do not anticipate being taken by surprise regarding the storm.
- 180-day pause on new data centers moves forward in Statesville
The city of Statesville moved toward implementing a data center moratorium after city leaders passed a first reading on Monday night. The measure proposes a 180-day pause on all new data centers, which was increased from an original proposal of 150 days.
- Clarksville leaders weigh plan to preserve downtown's history while encouraging growth
Clarksville city leaders are considering changes to protect the historic downtown while facilitating future investment. The proposed plan aims to balance historical preservation with economic growth opportunities.
- National Night Out returns to Oakland with 175 block parties
National Night Out returns to Oakland with 175 block parties. City leaders, firefighters, and police will visit neighborhoods to meet residents and share public safety and emergency preparedness resources.
- Lineage files permit to rebuild warehouse, angering Boyle Heights residents, city leaders
Lineage, the company behind a burned-out cold storage facility, filed a permit to rebuild the warehouse over a month after a fire, angering Boyle Heights residents and city leaders who argue cleanup should precede reconstruction.
- Mayor to give noon update on Seattle Center shooting
The mayor is scheduled to provide an update on a deadly shooting at Seattle Center. City leaders, police, and the affected community are involved.
- Seattle sales tax hike to expand transit appears headed to ballot
Seattle is considering a sales tax hike to expand transit, with the measure lasting for a decade. The initiative aims to demonstrate city leaders' commitment to funding public projects through tax increases.
- City leaders want a regional hospital to open in Bastrop
City leaders in Bastrop are advocating for the establishment of a regional hospital to address healthcare access challenges in Central Texas as the region continues to grow.
- Mt. Juliet residents blame nearby development for flooding, mud damage
Residents in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, blame a nearby housing development for flooding and mud damage after storms. The developer installed a berm to manage runoff, but residents report it has failed to prevent water from reaching homes. City officials have not responded to requests for comment on compliance with stormwater regulations.
- Community honors fallen Chicago National Guardsman on 5th anniversary of murder
Family, friends, and city leaders gathered to honor the legacy of a Chicago National Guardsman who was shot and killed as he left a family party five years ago.
- Stabilization work underway at old Pfizer building in Manhattan
Stabilization work is underway at the old Pfizer building in Manhattan after a buckling high-rise caused street closures and evacuations, with city leaders expressing confidence in the ongoing efforts. The Department of Buildings provided an update.
- Air conditioning restored to three buildings at troubled Richmond senior apartments
Air conditioning was restored to three of four Richmond senior apartment buildings that experienced failures Monday evening, as confirmed by city leaders Tuesday morning.
- Jersey City Mayor Solomon delays vote on 20% tax hike, but warns of looming fiscal pain
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon delayed a vote on a 20% tax hike amid a $255 million budget deficit, with city leaders considering tax increases and local service cuts to address fiscal challenges.
- San Jose seeks community input on renaming Plaza de Cesar Chavez
San Jose is holding a community meeting to gather input on renaming Plaza de Cesar Chavez. The move follows allegations of sexual abuse against Cesar Chavez, prompting officials to review his named locations.
- Local youth to weigh in on how to prevent Chicago 'teen takeovers' with city leaders
Local youth in Chicago will meet with city leaders to discuss recommendations for addressing teen takeovers. The meeting aims to provide solutions to prevent such incidents.
- Don't put economy at mercy of 'Red Ed': Growing alarm among City leaders over prospect of Burnham installing Left-wing Net Zero zealot Ed Miliband as Chancellor
City leaders are alarmed about the prospect of Burnham installing Ed Miliband as Chancellor, who is described as a Left-wing Net Zero zealot.
- City leaders to push for gun violence prevention plan following a violent weekend in Chicago
City leaders are advocating for a gun violence prevention plan following a violent incident in Chicago where at least 12 people were shot on Friday night in Roseland. The attack occurred on Chicago's Far South Side near West 95th Street and South Wentworth Avenue.
- City leaders pledge to rebuild after historic Brooklyn church destroyed by fire
City leaders have pledged to rebuild a historic Brooklyn church that was destroyed by a three-alarm fire on Bushwick Avenue. The fire occurred just before 1:30 p.m. Friday.
- City breaks ground on $85M in wastewater upgrades for Windward Oahu
City leaders broke ground on over $85 million in infrastructure improvements at the Kailua Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. The projects aim to protect public health, improve water quality, and modernize aging systems in Windward Oahu.
- Advocates push for Shotspotter replacement
Advocates are pushing for a replacement for Shotspotter. A Chicago City Council Committee is discussing public safety, and Father Michael Pfleger from St. Sabina's is criticizing city leaders.
- Santa Monica launches $3M push to revive downtown, Promenade
Santa Monica is launching a $3 million economic revitalization fund to revitalize downtown and the Third Street Promenade, aiming to attract new businesses and support existing ones amid declining foot traffic and closures.