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Karen Bass, Spencer Pratt head to November run-off in Los Angeles mayoral race

Karen Bass leads 37% in the LA mayoral race, facing Republican Spencer Pratt in the November run-off after a crowded first round marked by wildfires, homelessness, and political clashes.

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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass dances near supporters while attending her election night watch party as she runs for reelection in the Los Angeles mayoral race during the California primary election in Los Angeles, June 2, 2026.
Signage is displayed outside of a Chase Bank branch in Redondo Beach, California, on March 13, 2023.

Bakersfield Chase Bank locked down as police respond to hostage situation

A man barricaded himself inside a Chase Bank in Bakersfield with hostages, making bomb threats. Police, SWAT, and federal teams are on scene working for a safe resolution.

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Headquarters of Lahav 433 – The National Crime Unit in Lod, pictured August 6, 2025.

Deputy mayor among 14 arrested in massive northern Israel corruption raid

Following the police's announcement, the Nahariya Municipality released a statement confirming that its personnel were involved in the investigation.

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Marchers in the Israeli Day Parade carry cardobard cutouts of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Rama Duwaji, the first lady of New York City, on May 31, 2026.

Mamdani missed the Israel Day Parade, many who went didn’t miss him

Despite Mamdani’s absence, the event, known as the world's largest pro-Israel parade, featured a long roster of political officials and lawmakers.

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Jacob Frey, Jewish mayor of Minneapolis, defeats challenger who drew Mamdani comparisons

Jacob Frey defeats Democratic Socialist opponent Omar Fateh in Minneapolis mayoral race, signaling hope for Jewish voters concerned about anti-Israel rhetoric in the Democratic Party.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025ByANDREW LAPIN/JTA
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks at an Election Night party in Minneapolis, Minnesota, November 4, 2025.

White Plains Mayor-elect Justin Brasch: I won by bringing people together - interview

Brasch was elected to the White Plains Common Council eight years ago, and prides himself on being accessible to residents.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025ByMICHAEL STARR
Justin Brasch voting in mayoral election.

Mamdani: 'We will build a city hall that does not waver in fight against scourge of antisemitism'

"My friends, we have toppled a political dynasty," Mamdani stated in his remarks, referring to his defeat of former governor Andrew Cuomo.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, at an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, November 4, 2025.

Zohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral election as Cuomo, Sliwa, concede race

NYC mayoral race draws out 2 million voters as polls close • Democratic governors win in New Jersey, Virginia

NOVEMBER 4, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
ZOHRAN MAMDANI, Democratic candidate (R), during a mayoral debate with Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa (C) and Independent candidate Andrew Cuomo, in New York City, Oct. 16, 2025.

Tensions rise as NYC mayoral race sees Jewish community split over Mamdani

Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis warns that Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral campaign has sparked concerns within the Jewish community, with some considering aliyah or relocating to Florida.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israel's consul general to New York, Ofir Akunis, in his Manhattan office, August 14, 2024. (Luke Tress)

If Mamdani is elected, the Big Apple will rot - opinion

New Yorkers, do not be fooled by Zohran’s youth or charm. You have one shot to shape the next decade. Will you accept Mamdani’s dangerous platform or stabilize everyone’s city?

NOVEMBER 4, 2025ByFELICE FRIEDSON
ZOHRAN MAMDANI attends a campaign event in the Bronx last week. Jews and non-Jews alike have called him a raging antisemite, terrorist sympathizer, ardent socialist, and a polarizing figure, says the writer.

Mamdani takes jab at Cuomo in social media post after Trump's expression of support

Trump had said in a recent CBS interview that he would pick a bad democrat over a communist any day, prompting Mamdani to 'congratulate' his opponent for the endorsement.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Independent candidate and former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo greets Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani before participating in a mayoral debate, in New York, US, October 16, 2025.

NYC mayoral election day looms in vote of consequence for city’s Jews

The city's Jewish community has been divided in its support of Mamdani, with some rabbis arguing that those in favor of the Muslim candidate are voting for him despite his anti-Israel history.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025ByMICHAEL STARR
People walk towards a polling site during early voting in the New York City mayoral election in Manhattan in New York City, US, October 27, 2025.

Satmar Ahronim rift: Leaders endorse Cuomo after another backs Mamdani

Following the endorsements, both Cuomo and Mamdani responded, thanking the community's leaders and promising to make New York better for all.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025ByMICHAEL STARR
Satmar Jews walk in Williamsburg, Brooklyn on December 16, 2023.

Mamdani releases Arabic-language campaign ad ahead of Tuesday election

In the video, New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani makes a joke about knaffeh, claims his Arabic needs work, and smiles next to women in hijabs.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Supporters of Democratic candidate for New York City mayor, Zohran Mamdani, hold signs during a campaign event on the final weekend before the 2025 New York City mayoral Election in the Queens borough of New York City, US, November 1, 2025.