Nov 21, 2024 · Martin attempted to override the majority of councilmembers who selected Lateek Shabazz in December 2022 to fill a vacancy. The Court’s decision affirmed an Eighth District Court of Appeals ruling denying the two men’s requests for writs of quo warranto and mandamus.

Mar 10, 2023 · In the months since Smith’s removal from office, council members voted to replace him with East Cleveland resident Lateek Shabazz and expel former City Council President Nathaniel Martin over claims of malfeasance.

Jan 29, 2025 · East Cleveland is without a mayor after a panel of judges suspended Brandon King from office while he faces corruption charges. The city won't have a mayor until a probate court rules who will take the reins, said City Council President Lateek Shabazz, who spoke at …

Jan 29, 2025 · But City Council President Lateek Shabazz disagreed. Shabazz said King’s suspension following indictment on corruption charges is not a temporary absence.

Jan 16, 2025 · Council President Lateek Shabazz said everything has been worked out, and people will be getting paid. There has been some confusion in East Cleveland on Thursday surrounding payroll issues. This...

Jan 29, 2025 · East Cleveland’s City Council President Lateek Shabazz said he should be next in line to serve as acting mayor after a panel of judges suspended Mayor Brandon King on Tuesday as he faces public...

Feb 3, 2025 · Council President Lateek Shabazz argued East Cleveland’s city charter states he should be first in the order of succession to the mayor’s office in the event of a “long-term” absence in ...

Nov 30, 2023 · Councilman Lateek Shabazz, 69, and Clerk of Council Eric Brewer, 70, are charged with one count of criminal mischief and one count of obstructing official business, both first degree...

Dec 30, 2022 · Council has previously voted, twice, to appoint Lateek Shabazz to the open ward three seat, but Councilmember Nathaniel Martin appointed Mark McClain to the seat today.

Jan 30, 2025 · Council President Lateek Shabazz says the city has been unable to pass a 2025 budget, 'severely impacting our ability to maintain public safety services.' East Cleveland police are asking Calgu...