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Nithya Raman leaps past Spencer Pratt in tight, unresolved race to make L.A. mayoral runoff
NBC News has not yet projected who will join incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the November runoff election.
L.A. Mayor's Race: Nithya Raman Closes in on Spencer Pratt
Nithya Raman has overtaken Spencer Pratt in the race for L.A.’s next mayor.
Spencer Pratt's runner-up edge over Democrat Raman down to 1%, few thousand ballots
Spencer Pratt's lead over Nithya Raman in the L.A. mayoral race has slimmed to just 1% as late ballot counting continues days after election day.
Can Spencer Pratt, Tom Steyer clear primary hurdles? California election updates
Reality TV's Spencer Pratt is losing ground in the LA mayoral race as Democrat Tom Steyer and Republican Steve Hilton compete in the gubernatorial primary.
Lawmaker blacklisted by Beijing makes long-shot bid to become Taipei mayor
Ruling DPP’s Puma Shen made his name as an outspoken civil defence activist, but faces an uphill battle to unseat the KMT’s Wayne Chiang.
DOJ debunks social media claim of discrepancy in LA mayor voting count
A Los Angeles-based Justice Department official late Friday debunked a baseless claim of a discrepancy in the vote count of the city’s mayoral race that has circulated on social media.
Spencer Pratt's Race for Mayor Shows How Climate Disasters Can Fuel Anti-Establishment Politics
Research has long shown that poorly managed disasters foment distrust in institutions.
How a simple mix-up fueled false conspiracies about L.A. vote count
An update of votes for Los Angeles mayor, reported by media outlets, led some observers to believe there was a large batch of votes counted that included zero votes for candidate Spencer Pratt. There was no such batch, but there was a misleading update.
EAST TEXAS POLITICS: Moran on backing losing candidate in Senate runoff, Tyler mayor weighs in on successor race
Congressman addresses political retribution fears, outgoing Tyler mayor reflects on term
EAST TEXAS POLITICS: Congressman Moran & Tyler Mayor Don Warren
U.S. Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-Texas) talks about whether he’ll support Ken Paxton after endorsing Sen. John Cornyn in the Senate runoff, which Paxton won, in this week’s edition of East Texas Politics on East Texas Now. Blake Holland also talks with outgoing Tyler Mayor Don Warren.
Politics Unusual: NYC Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice, NJ primary race discussion
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay speaks to Julie Su, the city's Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice, about Mamdani's plans for city-owned grocery stores. Also, a conversation about two of New Jersey's primary races.
Mayor O'Connell proposes moving top entertainment post under his office
Metro Council will consider dueling proposals over who should hire the city's top entertainment industry official.
Trump looms large over upcoming primary elections in Washington, DC
Washington, D.C., is gearing up for pivotal primaries this month to elect a new delegate to Congress and a new mayor.
Trump Looms Large Over Upcoming Primary Elections in Washington, DC
WASHINGTON (AP) — The last time Washington, D.C., residents chose a new delegate to Congress and a new mayor in the same election, gas was $1.33 a gallon and George H.W. Bush was president. This fall they will do it again — under starkly different circumstances. As the city heads toward pivotal ...
Mamdani harnesses New York Knicks run, seeking to power progressive politics
NEW YORK — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) is riding a wave of Knicks mania as the city’s storied basketball team makes its strongest run at an NBA championship in a generation. Much of the …
Mayors & Business Leaders Speak at U.S. Mayors Meeting
Mayors and business leaders gather at the United States Conference of Mayors 94th annual meeting.
Dallas mayor warns 'the wolf is up the tollway' as big businesses move north
2026 primary election results: Here's how your neighborhood voted for Los Angeles mayor
In the race for Los Angeles mayor, incumbent Karen Bass secured a place on the November ballot.
California's slow ballot count makes it a target for critics. It doesn't mean elections are rigged
Days after the state’s primary, California voters are in a familiar position -- waiting to find out which candidates will go on to the general election in their most high-profile races, for governor and Los Angeles mayor.
U.S. House panel seeks DOJ probe of ex-Miami Beach Mayor after Jeffrey Epstein accusations
House Oversight Committee members emphasized that Congress is not determining guilt, but said the allegations warrant review by federal investigators.
Bayonne Mayor-Elect Nadrowski Selects Andrew Casais as Business Administrator
Mayor-Elect Sharon Nadrowski today announced her selection of Andrew J. Casais as the next Business Administrator for the City of Bayonne. Casais brings more than 15 years of municipal management experience, including nearly three years as Bayonne’s Chief of Staff from 2014 to 2017. During his career, he has championed major infrastructure investments, operational reforms,[...]
Reform’s Andrea Jenkyns storms out of meeting after discussion of Henry Nowak murder
Exclusive: Greater Lincolnshire mayor walks out on cabinet minister after row over social media role in community tensions
Spike Lee, Amy Schumer, John Krasinski and More Appear in PSA About Why New York Is ‘The Easiest Place to Film in the Country’
A group of famous New Yorkers — Spike Lee, Amy Schumer, John Krasinski, Natasha Lyonne, Darren Aronofsky and Celine Song — appear in a PSA released by mayor Zohran Mamdani’s office of media and entert...
New York’s richest aren’t opening their wallets to stop the left
Ultra wealthy New Yorkers have yet to flex their muscle this election cycle as Mayor Zohran Mamdani plays kingmaker in key races.
Bass has 'utterly failed' her constituents throughout political career, conservative commentator says
Conservative commentator Elisha Krauss and former California GOP Chairwoman Jessica Millan Patterson discuss California’s governor’s race and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ advancement to a November runoff on ‘Fox News @ Night.’
We Interrupt This Knicks Victory for a Political Ad Starring Mamdani
Mayor Zohran Mamdani lent his political star power to an unusual TV ad promoting three Democrats running for House seats in New York City.
Dallas mayor laments downtown business depatures | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson had strong words at a recent city council meeting after multiple sports teams and businesses opted to leave their Downtown Dallas homes this week. FOX 4's David Sentendrey has more.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass advances to November runoff as she seeks second term
Spencer Pratt, a Republican and former star of the reality television show “The Hills,” was second in early returns. Pratt accuses Bass of letting wildfires get out of control and failing to make enough progress on the homeless crisis.
Illinois state Rep. Kam Buckner meets Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican
The week after Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and a delegation of 45 other Chicago notables met with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican, another Chicago politician got to meet the pope too.
2026 Legacy Business Award Winners Announced
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the winners of the 2026 Legacy Business Awards, an event that reco
Susana Mendoza launches bid for Chicago mayor
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza officially entered the 2027 Chicago mayoral race today, becoming the highest-profile candidate to declare a challenge to Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Charter Revision Politics: A Primer
What Mayor Mamdani’s COGE might accomplish — and why changing the charter has become so common and so complicated
‘Getting things done’: John Taylor swaps mayoral re-election bid for run at HD 109
His candidacy comes amid a broader political reshuffling in Miami-Dade, with multiple legislative seats opening due to term limits, higher-office bids and shifting congressional borders.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass punched her ticket for November’s election. Spencer Pratt is still hoping for his
Bass secured a spot on the November ballot and Pratt was running in second place as of early Wednesday morning,
Incumbent Karen Bass Advances to L.A. Mayoral Election in November
Her opponent remains undetermined.
Polls Close in Messy Primaries for California Governor and Los Angeles Mayor
Results may not be known for days, a fitting end to two unpredictable primaries that have surprised political analysts.
Treasure Island considers development ordinance to attract new business
“The one thing we can’t do is be the city known as parking lots, which is where we’re at right now,” said Vice Mayor Tammy Vasquez.
Reality TV star Spencer Pratt tests LA voters' appetite for political outsider
Voters across Los Angeles share their thoughts on reality TV star Spencer Pratt entering the mayoral race and reveal the issues and leadership traits driving their decisions at the ballot box.
Politics professor discusses LA mayoral and California governor's races on Election Day
Hammond mayor expects Bears' decision by end of June
The Bears are where we thought they were — still deciding between Indiana and Illinois as the location of a new stadium.
Any Charlotte Democratic voter could be interim mayor. But politics matter
Applications just opened, and the City Council plans to make an appointment before the end of June.
Tuesday’s wild races for California governor and Los Angeles mayor, and other elections to watch
Six states will hold primaries on Tuesday: California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota. Will a Democrat advance in California’s governor’s race? Can Spencer Pratt advance in the contest for Los Angeles mayor? And who will Iowa Democrats nominate in their push to flip a Senate seat being vacated by Republican Sen. Joni Ernst?
City of Camden celebrates grand opening of Mayor Francisco "Frank" Moran Sports Complex
Von Nieda Park received a complete overhaul that included improvements to the stormwater system, addition of a natural grass baseball field, a new parking lot and sidewalks.
Candidates for California governor and LA mayor make their final pitches to voters
The many candidates running for California governor rushed to deliver their closing arguments to voters in the race’s final days before the June 2 primary.
Maitland Mayor John Lowndes is seeking to challenge Jason Brodeur in SD 10
It's a race to represent Seminole County and the city of Winter Park.
Reality star Spencer Pratt is upending Los Angeles’ mayoral race
He is challenging Mayor Karen Bass
How LA's Fight for Its Entertainment Future May Tilt a Tight City Election
Both the close mayoral primary and a winner-take-all city council race have made Hollywood part of the debate for Los Angeles' future.
California contests for governor, LA mayor head toward primary election with no clear leaders
California heads toward an election Tuesday with its two marquee races defined by uncertainty, while a pair of outsider candidates looked to crack open the state’s durable Democratic hierarchy
California contests for governor, LA mayor head toward primary election with no clear leaders
California heads toward an election Tuesday with its two marquee races defined by uncertainty, while a pair of outsider candidates looked to crack open the state’s durable Democratic hierarchy.
California contests for governor, LA mayor head toward primary election with no clear leaders
California heads toward an election Tuesday with its two marquee races defined by uncertainty, while a pair of outsider candidates looked to crack open the state’s durable Democratic hierarchy.
California Contests for Governor, LA Mayor Head Toward Primary Election With No Clear Leaders
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California spiraled toward a primary election Tuesday with its two marquee races defined by uncertainty and with a pair of outsider candidates looking to crack open the state’s durable Democratic hierarchy. In the governor's race, former Fox News TV host and British political ...
Mayor Paul TenHaken highlights mental and physical health as term ends
Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken is highlighting the importance of mental and physical health for him, his team, and the city as his term ends.
‘Purely politics’: Row over Zohran Mamdani’s new communications office costing $5 million
New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani’s new communications office is facing backlash after budget documents revealed it could cost taxpayers more than $5.2 million in salaries. Critics are calling the spending “morally incomprehensible”.
Jodi's Journal: To-do list for the next mayor
As the city prepares to elect a new mayor, Jodi reflects on a worthy to-do list.
Flowers challenges PBSD leaders to handle ‘adult politics’
Mayor Vivian Flowers made a rare appearance at Thursday’s Pine Bluff School District board meeting, imploring the six board members and Superintendent Jennifer Barbaree to tackle the ongoing challenges within the district she says could threaten the city’s ability to attract new businesses and achieve growth in other ways. Flowers confirmed she alluded to the […]
The rise of Janeese Lewis George, who could be D.C.’s first democratic socialist mayor
Focusing on workers’ and tenants’ rights, the council member would represent a drastic shift in the status quo if elected to the city’s highest office.
Karen Bass appears to liken Spencer Pratt to Trump amid tightening LA mayoral race
The Los Angeles mayoral race heads toward a likely runoff as Karen Bass, Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman make final pitches before Election Day on Tuesday.
EAST TEXAS POLITICS: Mayoral candidates discuss vision for Tyler ahead of runoff election
Blake Holland interviews Tyler mayoral runoff candidates John Nix and Stuart Hene in the debut episode of East Texas Politics on East Texas Now.
EAST TEXAS POLITICS: Mayoral candidates discuss vision for Tyler ahead of runoff election
Blake Holland interviews Tyler mayoral runoff candidates John Nix and Stuart Hene in the debut episode of East Texas Politics on East Texas Now. Pine Tree ISD superintendent Steve Clugston also discusses his run as a conservative independent for Texas Senate District 1.
Applyrs lauds 'historic' $60 million state aid commitment for Albany
The $20 million in additional state aid the city received is expected to be renewed the next two budget cycles, the mayor said.
Axios Live: Denver aims to become "the easiest place to do business"
Mayor Mike Johnston wants the city to lower costs, speed up permitting and revive downtown foot traffic to keep businesses from leaving.
Devastating wildfire and homelessness loom over Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass' bid for second term
As Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass seeks a second term, she isn't sidestepping the obvious: her tenure at city hall has been difficult. “I haven’t always got it right,” she says plainly.
Spencer Pratt 'catching fire' among frustrated LA Democrats, House lawmaker says
Rep. Darrell Issa tells Fox News Digital that insurgent LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt is catching fire among frustrated Democratic voters.
Plain Talk: 'We have different views on politics and that's OK'
🔊 On this Plain Talk, recorded at the Blue Rider Bar in Minot, Public Service Commissioner Jill Kringstad talks data centers and utility rates, and Mayor Mark Jantzer discusses living with a 3% cap on spending.
Mayor Sheffield sends bold message to Business & Political Leaders on Mackinac Island: Poverty Elimination is a Growth Strategy
Detroit's first woman Mayor doesn't play it safe in her first keynote address at Regional Policy Conference
Mayor Sheffield sends bold message to Business & Political Leaders on Mackinac Island: Poverty Elimination is a Growth Strategy
Detroit's first woman Mayor doesn't play it safe in her first keynote address at Regional Policy Conference
Reducing poverty is a growth strategy for Detroit, region, Sheffield says
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield told the Mackinac Policy Conference that \
Spencer Pratt says he doesn’t care about national politics after Trump backed his bid for L.A. mayor
The former reality TV star said he doesn’t need anyone’s endorsement after President Donald Trump said he’d like to see him do well in the mayoral election.
Traffic and safety upgrades coming to Philadelphia Sports Complex
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — On Thursday, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, and regional stakeholders announced a nearly $30 million investment in and around th…
East Texas Politics streaming series debuts Friday with Tyler mayoral candidates
Blake Holland launches weekly political show on East Texas Now
Mamdani launched his own version of DOGE
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is launching his own government efficiency effort to cut red tape and reduce unnecessary spending in NYC.
The Milwaukee Socialists: Mayor Emil Seidel and working fast politics
In 1910 the Milwaukee Socialists won a trifecta in government. They were in power of the mayor's office, the Common Council and the County Board. But they had to work quickly if they were going to achieve a fraction of their goals.
Ken Welch qualifies for high-stakes St. Pete Mayor’s race
Welch has leaned into the power of incumbency and a growing coalition of local and regional supporters that say he is still the best candidate for the job.
Business leader sounds alarm over Mamdani’s NYC housing proposal
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s $22 billion housing proposal is drawing criticism from a business leader and a Republican lawmaker who warn parts of the plan could discourage developers and investors from building in the city.
Charlotte plans to pick interim mayor before Vi Lyles leaves. Here’s the process
Public applications will open June 2, and a new mayor will be decided before Mayor Vi Lyles leaves office.
Spencer Pratt torches ‘Karen Basura’ and puts a twist on how Los Angeles would handle ICE if he were mayor
Spencer Pratt opposes ICE in LA but says Mayor Karen Bass' political grandstanding is guaranteeing continued federal immigration enforcement raids.
Moderate Muslim activist warns Mamdani promoting extremist politics
Anila Ali says New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani represents an extreme form of Islamism and is damaging both moderate Muslims and Jewish communities in New York ahead of a planned protest outside Gracie Mansion.
Local and state leaders back Joshua Simmons for Coral Springs Mayor
'Joshua brings people together to solve problems, and he is exactly the kind of mayor Coral Springs deserves.'
Rahm Emanuel, a Possible 2028 Contender, Calls for Higher Education Reforms
Republicans have made gains with voters on education issues. A plan championed by Mr. Emanuel, a Democratic former mayor of Chicago, centers on college affordability.
Downtown L.A. businesses demand attention from the mayor's race
Businesses want the mayoral candidates to deal with downtown’s entrenched troubles.
Greg Hinz: As mayoral field forms, Mendoza targets Johnson on TIFs
Susana Mendoza’s attack on TIF sweeps may be the opening salvo in a crowded mayoral contest.
Knicks fans, celebrities take over Cleveland's arena, NYC streets in celebration of trip to NBA Finals; Mayor Mamdani weighs in
Knicks fans are, indeed, partying like it’s 1999.
Ocean Springs sees business growth, infrastructure improvements
Ocean Springs is experiencing business growth and improved infrastructure projects across the city, Mayor Bobby Cox said.
Reality check: Will online attention translate to real-life votes for Spencer Pratt in Los Angeles?
Ahead of the June 2 primary, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has high disapproval ratings and has drawn broad criticism for her handling of the Palisades fires.
Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Olusimbo Ige resigns, mayor's office says
Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Olusimbo Ige has resigned, Mayor Brandon Johnson's office announced.
Belmar mayor resigns, citing health and family. Here's what's next
Belmar Mayor Gerald Buccafusco announced his resignation due to health concerns, ending a term headlined by affordable housing.
From red to blue: Deschutes County politics shift left after election
After Tuesday’s election results, the balance of power on the Deschutes County Commission is undergoing what some observers describe as a seismic shift to the left. Democrats and left-leaning candidates […]
Chicago's public health commissioner resigns, mayor's office says
The commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health has resigned, Mayor Brandon Johnson's office confirmed Friday afternoon.
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s health commissioner exits
Chicago’s public health commissioner, Dr. Olusimbo Ige, is exiting the Chicago Department of Public Health, the mayor’s office confirmed late Friday.
Entertainment Commission Scrapped in Mayor's Proposed Budget
The commission — hatched as a city hub for film and music promotion — has been dogged by political fights and procedural issues
New Britain business owners share concerns with mayor at Little Poland meeting
Business owners in New Britain’s Little Poland neighborhood met with Mayor Bobby Sanchez to discuss concerns about parking, speeding and broken meters.
London mayor putting 'politics over safety' Palantir UK boss says
Palantir UK chief says blocking £50m Met deal will give "hostile states and criminals an advantage".
‘Defund then abolish’: A leading Democrat in Wisconsin governor’s race urged abolishing police
Years after mayors from Democratic cities reversed course on calls to defund police departments, one of the leading Democratic candidates for governor of Wisconsin is running with a starkly different record: she didn’t just back defunding police — she called to abolish them. And unlike many in her party, she has neither deleted those posts nor renounced them.
Former Detroit mayor blows governor’s race wide open in surprise move
Former Democratic mayor Mike Duggan suspends his independent campaign for Michigan governor, reshaping the race to succeed term-limited Gov. Whitmer.
Spencer Pratt calls Jesus Christ his political role model
Spencer Pratt named Jesus Christ as his top political role model in an interview as he campaigns for Los Angeles mayor against incumbent Karen Bass.
Bellingham business owners air frustrations over ailing downtown economy
Mayor Lund's neighborhood meeting hears pleas for help getting foot traffic back
Bears’ Chicago talks complicate Arlington Heights stadium push
The mayor's office said "several" meetings have taken place over April and May between the team and city's top lawyers.