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Milan's main airport has been officially renamed 'Milan Malpensa International Airport named after Silvio Berlusconi', honouring the late former prime minister and media mogul. The decision went ahead despite opposition from the city council and other authorities, who criticised Berlusconi's close ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin and his contested political legacy.

Hong Kong is stepping up efforts to strengthen economic and professional links with Central Asia. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council, together with the city's Department of Justice, led the Collaborate2Win campaign across Xinjiang, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, promoting Hong Kong's financial, legal and professional services as it seeks new markets and partners in the region.

A city council candidate in Texas who took part in protests following an ICE-related shooting has been charged with 'riot participation'. The charge against a person actively running for local office is drawing attention amid ongoing national debate over immigration enforcement and the policing of protesters. Critics see the prosecution as politically charged, while officials point to the alleged conduct during the demonstrations. The case adds to tensions around ICE operations and protest crackdowns in Texas.

All 20 opposition members of Strasbourg's municipal council walked out of a council session, in what local outlet Pokaa describes as a surreal moment. The departure has raised questions about political tensions within the city government and what prompted the coordinated exit.

Montreal's city council has adopted a bylaw prohibiting insults directed at police officers and municipal employees. The measure, reported by CBC News, is drawing criticism and debate online, with many questioning how a ban on insulting public servants fits with free speech rights and how it will be enforced in practice.

A Texas city council candidate who took part in protests following a shooting involving ICE agents has been charged with 'riot participation'. The case has drawn attention to tensions around immigration enforcement and the treatment of protesters, with critics suggesting the charge may be politically motivated given the candidate's run for office. Further details about the shooting and the arrest have not been widely reported.

A Richmond city council meeting descended into disorder during a discussion of solar panels, according to local reports. Outlets including WWBT and FOX5 covered the chaotic exchange, though details of what sparked the derailment and which council members were involved have not been fully reported.

The National Council of Resistance of Iran says its supporters mobilized during the UN General Assembly in New York and held demonstrations across several European cities, as part of its ongoing campaign against the Iranian government. The group frames the rallies as showing international backing for its opposition movement.

Cheyenne's city council has heard a proposal for a solar energy project with battery storage at the Belvoir Ranch. The plan would add renewable generation and storage capacity on city-owned land west of Cheyenne, aligning with Wyoming's growing interest in large-scale energy development. Details on project size, developers, and timelines were not immediately available.

A solar energy proposal in Richmond has failed to pass after a chaotic Richmond City Council meeting. The proposal's defeat leaves the city's clean energy plans uncertain, and the disorderly proceedings are drawing criticism. Local coverage focuses on both the failed vote and the disruptive scenes at City Hall.

The City Council is set to debate new rules governing solar energy development, covering how and where solar projects can be built in the city. The discussion comes as solar installations continue to expand, raising questions about zoning, permitting, and land use. Details of the proposed regulations and the meeting schedule were reported by local media.

The Springfield, Missouri city council has approved $500,000 in funding to create a resource map for addiction and mental health services. The project is intended to help residents and service providers better navigate available treatment and support programs across the city.

Candidates running for San Jose City Council in the 2026 election are being asked how they would handle the city's increasingly contentious data center debate. Data center proposals have drawn scrutiny over energy and water use, noise and neighborhood impacts, making the issue a defining question for campaigns. The Mercury News outlines where the candidates stand as the race takes shape.

Jacksonville councilman Kevin Carrico has announced he will not seek reelection and is instead starting a new business venture in the city. The move ends his run on the council and shifts his focus to the private sector. Details of the new business have not yet been fully laid out, and reactions from constituents and colleagues are still coming in.

St. Petersburg's City Council is looking into allowing robots to deliver food on the city's streets, according to the Tampa Bay Times. The idea would put small sidewalk delivery robots to work carrying orders from local restaurants to customers. Council members want the city to explore the concept before any rules or pilot programs are considered.

The St. Charles city council has approved Vequity's revised, pared-down retail plan for the former Pheasant Run resort property. The scaled-back proposal moves forward after earlier, larger plans for the site, marking a key step in redeveloping the longtime landmark. Details of what was trimmed and the timeline for construction were not immediately available.

The 2026 Berkeley City Council elections are shaping up around two dominant issues: public safety and housing development. Candidates are staking out positions on policing levels and neighborhood growth as they compete for council seats in the California city. Local coverage highlights how these debates are dividing the field ahead of the vote.

The Sioux City council has recommended that SkyWest Airlines remain the carrier providing commercial airline service at Sioux Gateway Airport. The recommendation comes as local officials weigh the future of air service at the regional airport, and the story has been picked up by multiple regional news outlets across the area.

Candidates running for Vernonia City Council have answered questions about the local economy and other community issues in a published Q&A ahead of the election. The responses give voters a direct look at where each candidate stands on economic development and priorities for the small Columbia County city.

A member of the Wadley city council in Alabama has been arrested as part of an organized retail theft investigation. Local news outlet 1819 News reported the arrest, though further details about the council member's identity, the alleged offenses, or the scope of the investigation have not yet been made public. The case has drawn attention in the community as officials await more information.

A citizens initiative to overhaul National City's business tax has been filed by Rodriguez, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. The move comes as the city council continues to consider putting its own business tax measure before voters in 2027. The initiative could pressure the council to act sooner or shape the terms of any future ballot measure.

Portland City Councilor Tiffany Koyama Lane is speaking out about the city's budget priorities and plans for its public schools. In a local news appearance, she discussed how city funding decisions will affect schools and what steps the council may take. The comments come as Portland residents and officials debate how best to allocate limited city resources to education and other services.

Sand City's city council election drew no challengers, guaranteeing the small Monterey County city a returning long-serving mayor and first-time councilmembers. With no opposition on the ballot, results are effectively settled before votes are counted. The outcome keeps continuity at city hall while bringing newcomers to the council dais in the tiny coastal community.

Bakersfield Ward 1 councilman Eric Arias is making his case for re-election, centering his campaign on public safety. The incumbent argues his record on the issue justifies another term representing the ward. Coverage of his candidacy comes as local voters weigh council contests and public safety remains a prominent concern in the California city.