council
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A new poll released on Thursday found that Pratt was in a tight contest with two Democrats, mayor Karen Bass and city council member Nithya Raman, ahead of Tuesday's primary vote.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Follow live updates, analysis and highlights from 2026 election day’s key races, such as California governor, Los Angeles mayor, L.A. city council and more.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
In a letter to the city council, HMC StratCap said it would pursue a different use for the land and would not engage in a ballot measure fight.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
A planning officer told the council there were 19 letters of support and the development would not result in any unacceptable impact on the character or appearance of the area.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Behind the scenes, one conversation at a time, Khrushchev lined up alliances against Beria within the Presidium—the council of top Soviet officials.
From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin
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