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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Under state law, North Carolina local governments can’t have any policy, ordinance, or procedure that limits or restricts enforcement of federal immigration laws.
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Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2025
While several governments have been pushing for further use of hydrocarbons like coal, oil, and gas for energy production, some businesses and local governments have been mobilizing to fight global warming.
—Jason Del Rey, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2025
These are the local governments that require property taxes and deliver police, public education and other services.
—Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2025
Peter Blanchard covers local government.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025
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Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2025
While several governments have been pushing for further use of hydrocarbons like coal, oil, and gas for energy production, some businesses and local governments have been mobilizing to fight global warming.
—Jason Del Rey, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2025
These are the local governments that require property taxes and deliver police, public education and other services.
—Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2025
Peter Blanchard covers local government.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025
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“Local government.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/local%20government. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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