local government
noun
: the government of a specific local area constituting a subdivision of a major political unit (such as a nation or state)
also
: the body of persons constituting such a government
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That populism has remained central to Sheridan’s point of view, even though many of his protagonists are like Yellowstone’s John Dutton (Kevin Costner): a man who has commanded his own private armies and dictated orders to the local government.
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Noel Murray, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
Although the federal government has looked at national regulations for autonomous vehicles in the past, standards and guidance issued by federal regulators have been relatively scarce, leaving it up to local governments to figure out their own approaches.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 18 Nov. 2024
Illinois has the most local governments in the nation, multiplying the chances for corruption
Illinois’ arcane ballot rules turn politics into a blood sport where only the most powerful and savvy survive
Chicago police bet big on pricey surveillance cameras.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
The settlement agreement calls for the company to pay $1.2 billion to state and local governments and $36 million to Native American tribes for abatement programs, in addition to roughly $177 million for attorneys’ fees and court costs.
—Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Noel Murray, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
Although the federal government has looked at national regulations for autonomous vehicles in the past, standards and guidance issued by federal regulators have been relatively scarce, leaving it up to local governments to figure out their own approaches.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 18 Nov. 2024
Illinois has the most local governments in the nation, multiplying the chances for corruption
Illinois’ arcane ballot rules turn politics into a blood sport where only the most powerful and savvy survive
Chicago police bet big on pricey surveillance cameras.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
The settlement agreement calls for the company to pay $1.2 billion to state and local governments and $36 million to Native American tribes for abatement programs, in addition to roughly $177 million for attorneys’ fees and court costs.
—Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Local government.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/local%20government. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.
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