PBS
California ends cruising ban that targeted Chicano low-rider culture
For decades, many cities in California have enacted bans against cruising, where people parade their custom-built low-rider cars on city streets. But recently there’s been a push to overturn those ordinances, which many argue have been...
Wonderscape
The Mayor-Council Form of City Government: Powers and Responsibilities
Explore the mayor-council form of city government, where power is divided between an elected mayor and a city council. Learn about the role of a strong mayor, how the city council passes laws (ordinances), and the checks and balances...
The Business Professor
Understanding Zoning Ordinances
This video discusses the importance of zoning ordinances for business owners and the potential impact they can have on their operations. The video explains how zoning ordinances regulate the use of land for different purposes, such as...
Wonderscape
History Kids: City Government
This video explains the role of local government in our everyday lives and how decisions are made at the local level. It discusses the different types of city government, such as the mayor-council and council-manager systems, and how...
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A sidewalk sign displays a No Dogs Allowed' warning.
A sidewalk sign displays a No Dogs Allowed' warning.
Curated Video
Police in Arizona say they believe the shooting that left 5 people, including a man linked to the new-Nazi movement, dead was a murder-suicide stemming from a domestic violence situation.
HEADLINE: Ariz. police believe Neo-Nazi killed 4, himself
CAPTION: Police in Arizona say they believe the shooting that left 5 people, including a man linked to the new-Nazi movement, dead was a murder-suicide stemming from a domestic...
Curated Video
Montgomery's first black mayor sworn in
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed was sworn in Tuesday as the capital city's first African American leader.
Curated Video
Montgomery, Alabama's first black mayor sworn in
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed was sworn in Tuesday as the capital city's first African American leader.