The Kirchners Attempt to Block a Report on the Work Level of Each Member of the Council of the Judiciary
A public information request regarding the activity level of judicial councilors has created tensions in Argentina's Council of the Judiciary, particularly with the Kirchnerist faction.
Councilors defend sustainability and environmental protection in Maceió
Council members in Maceió emphasize the importance of environmental sustainability and proper waste disposal during a municipal session.
Town Councilors of the H-List Resign and Proposal Not to Run Again
Town councilors from the H-List in Iceland have announced their resignation and a proposal not to stand for election again.
Councilors of Campo Grande vote for tax exemption of R$ 12 million to the Guaicurus Consortium
The Municipal Chamber of Campo Grande is set to vote on a project allowing a tax exemption of approximately R$ 12 million for the Guaicurus Consortium, aimed at keeping public transport fares low.
Councilors are dismissed for failing to investigate a report of vulnerable rape in Amparo
Two councilors in Amparo, Brazil, were dismissed for neglecting to investigate a report of vulnerable rape, which led to a formal investigation and subsequent actions by local authorities.
The Communist Party Faces Bitter Pill After 56 Years: Halved Representation in the House of Representatives, Questions Only in the House of Councilors
The Japanese Communist Party faced a significant setback in the recent election, losing half of its seats in the House of Representatives and only able to pose questions in the House of Councilors during a recent parliamentary session.
After attack resulting in death, councilors propose stricter rules for large dogs in São José dos Campos
Following a fatal dog attack, city councilors in São José dos Campos are proposing stricter regulations for the ownership of large dogs.
Petrolina city councilors approve salary increase for municipal employees
City councilors in Petrolina have approved a salary increase for municipal employees, including health and administrative workers, during a recent session.
Justice approves appeal and the number of councilors may increase in a city in Bahia
The Bahia state court has approved an appeal to potentially increase the number of city councilors from 13 to 15 in Tucano, Brazil, based on recent population changes.
Vox signifies its internal rupture in the City Council of Madrid and its councilors announce they will vote separately
The radical right Vox party is experiencing a significant internal split in the Madrid City Council, with representatives choosing to vote separately, exacerbating tensions within the party.
Councilors file lawsuit in court to invalidate garbage collection fee
Council members in Quito are challenging a newly implemented garbage collection fee that has doubled costs for residents, prompting a legal push for its suspension.
Court authorizes salary adjustment for mayor, deputy mayor, councilors, and secretaries of Feira de Santana; see how much it increased
A court in Bahia has approved salary increases for municipal leaders in Feira de Santana, amid ongoing legal challenges regarding the appropriateness of these adjustments.
Turku to vote on hundreds of millions for tram in the coming months - only half of councilors express their opinions
In Turku, Finland, only about half of the city councilors have expressed their opinions on whether to build a tram system estimated to cost €465 million, with the council expected to make a final decision by June.
Almussafes undermines the PSOE's stance against harassment: councilors support the mayor despite two complaints and the leadership reprimands them
Local socialist councilors in Almussafes are standing by mayor Toni González amidst allegations of sexual and labor harassment, challenging the PSOE's clear stance against such misconduct.
Teresópolis Councilors Admit Problems with the 20-Story Building Law
Teresópolis councilors are expressing concerns and criticism over the newly enacted law allowing the construction of 20-story buildings, citing procedural issues and lack of transparency.
VIDEO: Police Interrupt Meeting to Execute Warrants Against Councilors Suspected of Embezzlement in RS
Two councilors from the São Gabriel City Council in Rio Grande do Sul were removed from their positions due to suspicions of embezzlement, as police executed search and seizure warrants.
Server of the TJ, police officer, and ex-advisors of councilors: see who are the targets of the operation to dismantle the 'political core of the CV' in AM
Eight people were arrested in Amazonas as part of a police operation investigating a supposed political core linked to the Comando Vermelho crime group.
"Instrumental Retrospective". The police union pins Brescia councilors against the police chief
A political case has arisen in Brescia following the police chief's warnings to Extinction Rebellion activists, leading to tensions between municipal councilors and the police.
MP requests suspension of law that increases indemnity funds above 60% of councilors' salary in MT
The Public Ministry of Mato Grosso has filed a lawsuit to suspend a law that grants councilors in Diamantino indemnity payments exceeding 60% of their salary.
On the guarantee fund and legal protection, the Council says no
The opposition councilors in Milan have presented a motion to the administration regarding blocked construction projects, but the majority has blocked it.
Councilors of Guayaquil demand respect for autonomy after intervention of Segura EP
A group of Guayaquil councilors demanded strict adherence to the rule of law and constitutional framework following the government's intervention in Segura EP.
MPPE charges five people for the murder of a diver shot in Petrolândia; two councilors are among the accused
The Public Ministry of Pernambuco has charged five individuals, including two councilors, in connection to the murder of diver Samyr Oliveira in Petrolândia.
CNE approved the start of the electoral period for the 2027 sectional elections
The National Electoral Council (CNE) of Ecuador has unanimously approved the start of the electoral period for the sectional elections and the election of councilors for the Citizen Participation and Social Control Council (CPCCS) in 2027.
Ecuador enters electoral climate: upcoming elections for mayors, prefects, councilors, parish vocalists, and Participation Councilors for 2027
Ecuador has officially entered the electoral period for the elections scheduled for February 14, 2027, encompassing various local leadership positions.
Two councilors contest the results announced by the rapporteur of the CPI investigating the diversion of funds in Health in Sorocaba
Two councilors dispute the voting results from a parliamentary inquiry that investigated financial misconduct in Sorocaba's health department.
Turilândia City Council summons substitutes after the arrest of eight councilors for embezzling R$ 56 million
The interim president of the City Council of Turilândia, Daniel Barbosa Silva, has summoned eight substitutes to fill the vacancies left by councilors arrested for embezzlement.
Concerns Already for Junya Ogawa, Leader of Centrist Reform Union? Local Councilors Find Constitutional Amendment Statements 'Unthinkable'
Local politicians express doubts over Junya Ogawa's capacity to regain voter trust after being elected as the leader of the Centrist Reform Union, especially following his remarks on constitutional amendments.
After custody hearing, Justice maintains the arrest of the eight city councilors from Turilândia investigated for the diversion of R$ 56 million
The Maranhão Court has upheld the preventive detention of eight Turilândia city councilors involved in a corruption scheme that diverted over R$ 56 million from the local government.
Council approves 4.76% salary increase for Fortaleza civil servants; see how councilors voted
The Fortaleza City Council approved a 4.76% salary increase for municipal workers, retroactive to January 1, following an agreement with the local public servants' union.
Councilors deny the opening of two CPIs against Rodrigo Manga days after MPF's accusation in Sorocaba
Sorocaba councilors have blocked two requests to open investigations against former Mayor Rodrigo Manga following recent allegations of corruption.
Eight of the 11 councilors of Turilândia are arrested after violating measures in the case of embezzlement of R$ 56 million
Eight councilors from Turilândia, Brazil, were arrested for violating court measures related to a corruption investigation involving the embezzlement of over R$ 56 million.
Manaquiri defines new councilors after fraud leads to the removal of more than half of the City Council; see names
The municipalities of Manaquiri, Brazil, have experienced a significant shift in its City Council due to a judicial decision that nullified the mandates of most council members following electoral fraud.
Councilors call for a march for the situation of Aquiles Alvarez this Thursday 12
Several councilors from Guayaquil have shown support for Mayor Aquiles Alvarez and have called for a public march in his favor.
Eight of the 11 councilors have preventive detention ordered after violating measures in the case of embezzlement of 56 million reais in Turilândia
Eight of the eleven councilors in Turilândia, Brazil, have had their house arrest converted to preventive detention due to violations in a case involving the embezzlement of over 56 million reais.
Municipal Election 2026: What Chances the Parties Have in Munich's Districts
The upcoming municipal elections in Munich on March 8 will determine the city's future mayor and 80 honorary city councilors amid a competitive political landscape.
Food allowance of R$ 2,500 for councilors becomes the target of investigation by MP-AC
The food allowance of R$ 2,500 for the 13 councilors of Tarauacá in Acre has come under investigation by the Public Ministry of the State (MP-AC) amid concerns over the validity and financial impact of the adjustment.
Project creates new commissioned positions in the Sorocaba City Council, and the cost will be R$ 17 million in three years
The Sorocaba City Council is considering a project that will create additional commissioned positions for councilors at a projected cost of R$ 17 million over three years.
'They are not pursuing a crime, they are pursuing an authority that is uncomfortable,' say councilors after the arrest of Aquiles Alvarez
After the arrest of mayor Aquiles Alvarez for alleged organized crime, Guayaquil's council expresses support and criticism of the motives behind his detention, framing it in the current political climate.
Anger in a Buenos Aires district as road tax bills arrive with increases exceeding 100%: seeking to stop it in court
Rural producers and opposition councilors in the Buenos Aires district of Chacabuco are seeking legal action to reverse the significant increase in road tax rates, which have reportedly gone up by as much as 170%.
Three former and current Gyeonggi Provincial Councilors sentenced to prison for bribery in ITS project
Three councilors from Gyeonggi Province have been sentenced to prison for accepting bribes related to an intelligent traffic system project.
With requests for confidentiality and investigation, TCE-AM session sees exchange of insults between councilors; VIDEO
A session of the Amazonas Court of Accounts (TCE-AM) turned hostile during discussions about public education, resulting in personal insults between councilors Ary Moutinho Jr. and Luís Fabian.
Riga City Council decides to donate 100,000 euros to Ukraine's energy sector; 5 councilors do not support the assistance
The Riga City Council has approved a donation of 100,000 euros to assist Ukraine's energy sector amidst ongoing challenges due to Russian aggression.
INE will renew three electoral councilors in 2026; who will leave their position?
The Mexican Chamber of Deputies plans to announce a call for the appointment of three new electoral councilors for the National Electoral Institute (INE) to replace those whose terms are ending in 2026.
“Alone, isolated, sad”: the account of the labor invisibility of the council member from Móstoles described by opposition councilors from Vox to Más Madrid
Opposition councilors in Móstoles describe a female council member's transition from a vibrant political figure to one who feels excluded and invisible in her role after the 2023 elections.
In the red hole of Puglia appears the millionaire refreshment area
A new refreshment and relaxation area has been approved by regional councilors in Puglia, involving a substantial investment for its completion and furnishing.
Health in Bragança: Executive submits project for reform and modernization
The Bragança Paulista Executive has submitted a bill to the City Council for a R$ 96.6 million credit operation aimed at reforming and modernizing the city's healthcare network, pending approval from the councilors for exclusive use in permanent investments.
MP positions itself against payment of up to R$ 1 million in retroactive bonuses to councilors and prosecutors of the Court of Auditors of DF
The Public Ministry of the Federal District opposed the payment of retroactive bonuses to councilors and prosecutors of the Court of Auditors of DF, which was approved just days before the end-of-year recess.
Councilors abandon project that aimed to reduce minimum distance for buildings near rivers in Itapetininga
The proposed law to reduce the minimum distance for constructions near rivers was withdrawn from the agenda by councilors in Itapetininga.
Proložac calls for extraordinary elections
Due to the failure to adopt the budget for 2026, all 13 councilors in Proložac have resigned, prompting Mayor Toni Garac to request new elections from the government.
Justice convicts former councilors of Aracaju and a businessman for involvement in public money embezzlement
The court has convicted former councilors from Aracaju and a businessman for their involvement in a scheme of embezzling public funds during the years 2013 to 2015, as investigated by the Civil Police in Operation Indenizar-SE.