City of Hazleton sued for suppressing Hispanic vote, local officials respond
The Justice Department announced yesterday that it has filed a lawsuit against the City of Hazleton to challenge the city ...
Feds’ lawsuit claims Pennsylvania city’s ‘at-large’ election system is biased against Hispanic voters
A complaint filed in Scranton federal court claims the “at-large” system“ results in Hispanic citizens not having an equal ...
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Lawsuit: Hazleton’s elections biased
The U.S. Justice Department wants a judge to declare a Pennsylvania city’s method of electing council members citywide instead of by districts has illegally ...
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Hazleton Chamber sets networking event
Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce members, their employees, co-workers and guests are invited to attend our first ...
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Scammer dupes Wilkes-Barre woman out of nearly $60K
A Wilkes-Barre woman was scammed out of nearly $60,000 by someone claiming to be a Microsoft employee, according to city ...
Charleston City Council announce appointment for Ward 15 following resignation
The Charleston City Council announced an appointment for Ward 15 after Sam Minardi announced his resignation last week after ...
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Court allows fines for Cedar Rapids council’s closed meeting
City council members could face fines of up to $500 apiece for violating the state’s open meetings law in 2021, following a ...
'This is our opportunity': Surprise swears in Mayor Kevin Sartor, new council members
Rapidly growing Surprise is under new leadership as Mayor Kevin Sartor and two incoming council members take office.
Lawsuit by New Orleans truck attack victims says city, contractors failed to implement safety system
The attack by Shamsud-Din Jabbar was tragic but preventable, leaving the six victims with broken bones, physical suffering ...