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The city’s police chief, Brian O’Hara, gave his first public remark through a lawyer after stepping down. The message focused on his service record and praised the officers who worked hard in tough times. It did not mention the investigation that led to his resignation. O’Hara’s lawyer said he was

Parking Rules Shift: Kalispell Tightens Street Space and Fines

Kalispell city leaders are set to change how downtown parking works, aiming to free up street spots for shoppers and visitors. The plan comes after a report highlighted that parking shortages might be turning people away from the town’s main shopping area. \ The city council met on Tuesday to discu

Police Speed Ups After Dropping ShotSpotter, City Hopes for New Tech

The mayor says Chicago police are quicker without the gun‑shot detector he removed last year, citing a study that shows response times improved by more than four minutes on average. He calls critics’ worries “fear‑mongering” and says the tech had been a drain on resources. The city is still looki

crime

Former Officer Charged After Burglary at Sports Card Store

A former police officer from Grand Rapids faces a serious charge after a burglary at a local sports card shop. The incident occurred on May 24, when the shop’s owner was shocked to find items missing. Police say the suspect entered the building without permission and stole merchandise. The

entertainment

Stars Take the Ice: A New Docu‑Series About Vancouver’s Junior Hockey

Michael Bublé, the hit‑making singer from Burnaby, and Drew Scott, known for his home‑renovation shows, have joined forces to launch a six‑episode docu‑series on Prime Video. The series focuses on the Vancouver Giants, a junior hockey team in which both men hold ownership shares. The show follows t

Can a TV star beat a politician in LA?

Los Angeles voters face a big choice this year. The mayor’s race has turned into a messy three-way fight. Current leader Karen Bass is trying to hold on, but two challengers are breathing down her neck. Spencer Pratt, better known for his reality show antics, is one of them. His team claims his fame

Paris Investigates Possible Foreign Attack on Local Elections

A new investigation has begun in Paris to see if a foreign power tried to ruin the chances of three left‑wing mayoral hopefuls. The cases involve candidates from a party that supports Palestine and is known as France Unbowed. They were allegedly targeted just before the March municipal elections. T

Mayor’s Final Speech Sparks Debate Over Curfew and Programs

The mayor began her goodbye tour by speaking at a major city council meeting, where residents asked tough questions about the proposed curfew and budget cuts. She answered every question without hesitation, saying she still wants a summer curfew in place and will finish key projects before leaving o

California Schools: A Quiet Crisis on the Horizon

The upcoming state budget would spend about $91 billion on public education, plus an additional $60 billion from local and federal sources, to serve nearly six million students. This money is critical because the quality of schooling shapes California’s future workforce and overall prosperity. Yet,

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What happens when LA mayoral races get messy?