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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Sophia Chikirou breaks her electoral reserve and publishes a tweet about extracurricular activities, before deleting it

Sophia Chikirou, a French MP and candidate, has gone against her electoral silence by tweeting about issues in extracurricular activities in Paris, which she later deleted.

Mar 22 • 10:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Putting Ecology at the Center": In Paris, the Extinction Rebellion group Occupies a Footbridge on the Eve of the Second Round of Municipal Elections

Extinction Rebellion activists occupied the Simone de Beauvoir footbridge in Paris to highlight environmental issues ahead of the municipal elections.

Mar 21 • 14:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"To bring the town out of the sleep it has entered": Vierzon, a communist stronghold since 1945, is tempted by a rightward shift

Vierzon, traditionally a communist stronghold, is facing the possibility of electing a right-wing coalition amid economic struggles and employment issues in the upcoming municipal elections.

Mar 20 • 10:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

One in four students in municipal early childhood education in SP studies more than 1.5 km from home, says Inequality Map

One in four students in São Paulo's municipal early childhood education system travels over 1.5 kilometers to school, highlighting educational accessibility issues.

Mar 19 • 09:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections: Housing, Taxes, Finances... What are the Main Economic Proposals of Parisian Candidates?

The article discusses the economic proposals of three candidates in the Parisian municipal elections, highlighting their differing approaches to issues like housing, taxes, and city finances.

Mar 18 • 19:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

30 people evacuated from a pool in Rubí (Barcelona) due to a reaction of toxic products

Thirty people were evacuated from a municipal swimming pool in Rubí, Barcelona, after an accidental mixing of toxic products led to health issues for many users.

Mar 18 • 19:06 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: Nathalie Saint-Cricq Compares Éric Ciotti to 'Benito' Mussolini, Franceinfo Issues an Apology

Nathalie Saint-Cricq's comparison of Éric Ciotti to Mussolini during a live broadcast prompted Franceinfo to issue an apology for her inappropriate remarks.

Mar 16 • 09:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Councilman criticizes Peruíbe, SP, and compares neighborhoods to the Northeast: 'Some very ugly places'; VIDEO

A councilman in Peruíbe, SP, drew criticism after comparing certain neighborhoods to the Northeast of Brazil during a municipal session, amid ongoing flooding crises in the area.

Mar 16 • 08:24 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Live blog on Municipal Elections in Hesse: The Size of the Ballots is the Topic of the Day

The live blog discusses the municipal elections in Hesse, highlighting issues such as long wait times and ballot size.

Mar 15 • 14:11 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

French far-right could take over on the Riviera

The French far-right is poised for significant influence in key cities like Nice and Marseille during the ongoing municipal elections, focusing on crime and immigration as pivotal issues.

Mar 15 • 05:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 300 children wait for spots in the municipal education network in Presidente Prudente

At least 340 children are currently waiting for spots in the public municipal education network of Presidente Prudente, SP, highlighting ongoing issues with educational access in the area.

Mar 13 • 18:55 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In Versailles, the issue of insecurity dominates the municipal elections

In Versailles, issues of safety are gaining prominence in the upcoming municipal elections, overshadowing previous campaign focuses such as environmental initiatives and cycling infrastructure.

Mar 13 • 17:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Municipal Election in Hesse: Voting Despite Long Ballots

Voters in Hesse are facing long and complex ballots in the upcoming municipal elections, making participation crucial amidst significant regional issues.

Mar 13 • 09:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Municipal school in Taubaté has activities suspended for another two years due to structural problems

A municipal school in Taubaté, Brazil, will remain closed for an additional two years due to identified structural issues.

Mar 12 • 22:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Traffic sign affixed to the wrong pole - Consequences could be costly for the city

In Trelleborg, Sweden, drivers have received parking fines possibly without just cause due to a wrongly affixed parking sign.

Mar 12 • 20:21 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The museums of Lyon targeted by a cyber attack, their online ticketing inaccessible

Lyon's municipal museums are facing online ticketing issues following a cyber attack that has rendered their ticket sales system inoperable.

Mar 12 • 12:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipal Budget 2026: Starnberg Looks into the Financial Abyss

Starnberg faces severe financial issues as expenditures exceed revenues, raising concerns about its fiscal sustainability.

Mar 12 • 09:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: people are living in tombs in a cemetery in ES

Residents in Colatina, Brazil, reveal that individuals are living in tombs at the Municipal Cemetery São Vicente, highlighting issues of neglect and unsanitary conditions.

Mar 11 • 15:24 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Marseille: Sébastien Delogu Claims He Fought 'Against the OAS' in the National Assembly... Dissolved in 1962

Sébastien Delogu, a candidate for mayor of Marseille, claims in an interview that he battled against the OAS in the National Assembly, amidst ongoing legal issues.

Mar 11 • 10:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall employee arrested for sexual harrassment against coworker in Arealva

A municipal employee in Arealva, Brazil, was arrested for sexual harassment after a 25-year-old coworker reported ongoing inappropriate comments and behavior.

Mar 10 • 23:11 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: Six Years After His 'Coup', the Mayor of Vitry-sur-Seine Aims to Save One of the Last Bastions of the PCF Against the Insoumis

The incumbent mayor of Vitry-sur-Seine, Pierre Bell-Lloch, struggles to maintain local focus amid rising tensions and issues ahead of the 2026 municipal elections.

Mar 10 • 19:04 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Municipal Election in Hesse: Fireworks Ban, Gendering, and Traffic Stir Voters

The article discusses the upcoming municipal elections in Hesse, highlighting key issues like a ban on fireworks, gender language, and traffic that are influencing voter sentiment.

Mar 10 • 09:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Electricity Arrests Expose Deep-Seated Billing Corruption

Two suspects were arrested in Johannesburg for attempting to manipulate municipal electricity billing, highlighting ongoing corruption issues within the city's energy system.

Mar 9 • 14:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: Business, Security, Housing... Key Takeaways from the Big Debate Among the Four Main Candidates

Four main candidates in Nice debated key issues ahead of the upcoming municipal elections, focusing on business, security, and housing.

Mar 7 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The inspection initiated oversight regarding the salary dispute at the small school

The Estonian labour inspectorate has launched oversight proceedings at Võhma School following legal compliance issues identified by the audit committee of the Northern-Sakala municipal council.

Mar 6 • 15:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Financial Crisis of Municipalities: Cities and Counties Continue to Bleed

Germany is grappling with an ongoing financial crisis in municipalities, with no clear resolution in sight as state and federal leaders shift responsibilities without addressing the core issues.

Mar 6 • 05:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A homeless person dies in Badalona, the second in a week

Badalona records the death of a homeless individual, marking the second such incident in a week and the fourth since the start of the year, with no signs of violence reported in any case.

Mar 5 • 20:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipal Election 2026 in Freising: Young Voters Focus on Culture of Disagreement, Buses, and Education

Candidates for the 2026 municipal election in Freising discussed key issues with an audience of young voters, despite a lack of contentious topics.

Mar 5 • 15:16 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Not the first time the leaders have clashed over parking issues

Björg Magnúsdóttir and Hildur Björnsdóttir are poised to clash again over parking issues in the upcoming local elections, continuing their long-standing rivalry.

Mar 5 • 07:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Thefts, tall grass, and lack of night surveillance: residents report lack of maintenance in cemeteries in Limeira and Piracicaba

Residents in the Piracicaba region are raising concerns about the poor maintenance of municipal cemeteries, highlighting issues such as thefts, overgrown grass, and insufficient surveillance.

Mar 4 • 17:39 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

OPANDA: The incredible mess at the swimming pool of the Municipality of Athens in Gouda

A patron struggles to access a municipal swimming pool in Athens due to bureaucratic issues leading to its closure for months.

Mar 3 • 20:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Banco Master: CPI in Brodowski sends inquiries to pension agency and sets a 48-hour deadline

A parliamentary inquiry in Brodowski, Brazil, is seeking information from the municipal pension fund regarding investments in Banco Master after significant financial issues were identified.

Mar 2 • 23:02 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

A Simple Morality for the City Council: Tell the Whole Truth about Oslo Nye

The article discusses the importance of transparency in political narratives, particularly concerning the financial struggles of Oslo Nye Teater, emphasizing that its economic issues stem from municipal prioritization rather than mismanagement.

Mar 2 • 21:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More than 15 sectors experience issues after heavy rain recorded in Guayaquil

Heavy rainfall in Guayaquil has led to water accumulation in over 15 sectors, prompting municipal units to respond to various incidents.

Mar 1 • 15:47 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Serious situation both on the ground and in the sky

The broadcast 'Sprengisandi' will discuss critical issues in international flights, economic matters, the healthcare system, and municipal elections in Iceland.

Mar 1 • 09:55 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Hofheim's Budget: The Million Hole

Hofheim is facing significant financial challenges, requiring the city to come together and implement austerity measures to address its budget shortfall.

Feb 27 • 11:50 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

United States issues security alert to workers in Matamoros

The United States Embassy issued a security alert for its personnel in Matamoros following the discovery of a grenade near the municipal presidency.

Feb 27 • 00:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The longest Riga City Council meeting of this term has been held

The Riga City Council held its longest meeting of the current term, discussing 102 important issues, including housing policies and cultural support, while notably not debating a key agenda item about the sale of shares for a city property management company.

Feb 26 • 16:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A Creative Solution to Daycare Indoor Air Quality Issues: Children in Jokioinen Took Over the Municipal Council Chamber

In response to significant indoor air quality problems at a daycare in Jokioinen, 55 children relocated to the municipal council chamber for a safer environment.

Feb 26 • 12:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

33 Municipal Processes and 13 Public Company Processes are Suspended in Guayaquil, According to the Cabildo

All municipal and public enterprise processes in Guayaquil have been suspended due to compliance issues, according to city officials.

Feb 26 • 00:45 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Riga City Council Meeting Interrupted After 10 Hours of Work

The Riga City Council meeting was interrupted after deputies bickered over various issues, including the restructuring of educational institutions and the closing of kindergartens.

Feb 25 • 17:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

TJPB issues arrest warrant for former commander of Bayeux Municipal Guard investigated for domestic violence

The Paraíba Justice has issued an arrest warrant for the former commander of the Bayeux Municipal Guard in connection with a domestic violence investigation.

Feb 25 • 16:06 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Lyon: Death of Quentin, Security, Second Round Alliances... What to Remember from the Big Debate of the Four Main Candidates

The main candidates for the municipal elections in Lyon participated in a televised debate, addressing critical issues such as security and potential alliances ahead of the upcoming elections.

Feb 24 • 21:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Disrupted operation of state and municipal institution websites

Many state and municipal institution websites in Latvia experienced disruptions on February 24, 2023, attributed to issues with the data transmission network operated by LVRTC.

Feb 24 • 11:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Urban Rainwater Flooding is Increasing, but Preparedness is Insufficient

A study from the University of Oulu reveals that cities are inadequately prepared for increasing issues related to urban rainwater flooding, even though the problem is widely recognized at the municipal level.

Feb 23 • 06:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Jaime Tejada replaces David Norero as municipal secretary

Jaime Tejada has been appointed as the new municipal secretary of Guayaquil following David Norero's resignation amid ongoing legal issues.

Feb 20 • 16:41 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Justė Arlauskaitė-Jazzu – new troubles in court

Singer Justė Arlauskaitė-Jazzu is facing legal issues for failing to pay municipal waste collection fees for her property in Varėna, Lithuania.

Feb 20 • 14:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Marseille: Death of Quentin, Security, Second Round... What to Remember from the Major Debate of the Four Main Candidates

The major debate among candidates for the Marseille municipal elections highlighted key issues such as security and the recent death of a local figure, with tensions rising among the candidates.

Feb 19 • 22:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More than 20 sectors in Guayaquil with issues following heavy rain in recent hours

Heavy rain fell in Guayaquil, affecting several neighborhoods, especially in the south and west, leading to water accumulation and several municipal interventions.

Feb 19 • 11:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fraud of False Tax Collections Applied in the Coast of SP; City Hall Issues Alert

Residents of Mongaguá, São Paulo, are being targeted by a fraud scheme involving false tax collections, prompting an alert from the municipal government.

Feb 18 • 21:15 UTC

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