council
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But the contest received a jolt in February, when Raman, who ousted an incumbent council member during her first run for city office in 2020, launched a surprise bid to unseat Bass.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
One resident at the meeting told the BBC it had been a stressful time for his family - but he praised both the council and Kingdom Housing Association for their help.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Speaking to BBC Wales, Riley shared how she would often attend online council meetings "with drains hanging out off me... straight after surgery."
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
The company pulled its plans in late March following public outcry and a March 4 city council vote to extend a temporary data center moratorium and place a ban on Tuesday’s ballot.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
“I am old enough to sit in a council of men,” Taran interrupted excitedly.
From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander
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