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Local Gov news — September 2, 2026

Publications tagged with Local Gov published on September 2, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

14 publications

  2. U.S.Local GovLeadershipPenalty

    Trump-Faced Coins Sell Out Hours After Launch

    The U.S. Mint began selling $1 coins featuring President Donald Trump's face on Wednesday to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. The coins, priced at $61 for a roll of 25 and $154.50 for a bag of 100, sold out within hours of their release. The coins, which have a gold-like finish but are made of base metal, sparked controversy due to their high price and the depiction of a living president on U.S. currency. The coins are also in circulation, according to the Mint.
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  4. SocietyLocal GovCivil RightsPeace

    Colombian Man Confesses Role in Attack on Bolivian Lawyer Nadia Beller

    A Colombian man, Aldo Berarney Silva Peña, has confessed his involvement in an attack on Bolivian lawyer Nadia Beller. In a video, he claimed he was contacted by two people, 'Toño' and 'Chino', and received instructions in 'Olugulo'. He denied the intent to kill Beller, stating the purpose was to intimidate her. Silva Peña also claimed he was not the material author of the attack and asked for guarantees for a possible surrender.
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  5. PoliticsLocal GovNorth AmericaIsrael

    Puka Nacua's Ex-Girlfriend Alleges Abuse Amid NFL Suspension Review

    Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua's ex-girlfriend, Hallie Aiono, has accused him of abuse and neglect during their four-year relationship in a TikTok video. The allegations come as the NFL continues to review Nacua's off-field conduct, potentially leading to a suspension. Nacua is also facing a civil lawsuit from a woman who claims he bit her at a New Year's Eve party. The Rams' season opener against the San Francisco 49ers is scheduled for September 10, but Nacua's availability remains uncertain.
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  6. WorldBillLocal GovReliefMiddle East

    U.S. Strikes Near Iranian Wedding, Civilian Casualties Feared

    The United States carried out an attack in the city of Kuhestak, Hormozgan province, southern Iran, near where a wedding ceremony was taking place. Iranian officials described this attack as a 'war crime'. Reports suggest numerous civilian casualties, including women and children. The U.S. military denies targeting civilians, stating that the strike targeted Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) military sites.
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  12. WorldLocal GovMiddle East

    Guatemala: Transport Workers Block Roads Over Fuel Price Increase

    Transport workers in Guatemala have blocked roads across the country to protest the increase in fuel prices. The protests, which began on August 31, have seen over 20 points blocked simultaneously, affecting major routes and causing economic losses. The workers demand a reduction in fuel prices and reforms to the Law for the Strengthening of Road Safety. Congress has not yet discussed the proposed subsidy for diesel and regular gasoline, leading to continued protests.
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