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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.
Bakersfield Chase Bank locked down as police respond to hostage situation
Deputy mayor among 14 arrested in massive northern Israel corruption raid
Mamdani missed the Israel Day Parade, many who went didn’t miss him
Harish mayor indicted for indecent acts after seven women complain of sexual assault
Many of these acts of violation took place in the municipality's offices and during work hours. In a few instances, he worked to advance the requests put in by the women.
Holocaust Remembrance Day speech by Hod Hasharon mayor sparks controversy over Gaza implications
Quoting a Holocaust survivor's speech, Kochavi said that there is a difference between "never again," and "never again -- for us."
Sharona Nazarian becomes first Jewish Iranian-American woman mayor in US history
On February 27, 2025, she wrote, "Beverly Hills has always stood against antisemitism and injustice"
New Jersey city declared 'capital of Palestine' by mayor in fiery speech
Paterson is home to a growing Palestinian population with Palestinian flags and Arabic signage reportedly lining its streets.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams references 'Mein Kampf' in response to 'lies' amid calls for him to step down
The “Big lie” phrase Adams referenced as being in “Mein Kampf” is often attributed to Nazi propaganda minister Joseph Goebbels.
Danielle Sassoon, interim US attorney, resigns after being ordered to drop Eric Adams case
Danielle Sassoon resigned as interim US attorney after the Trump DOJ ordered her to drop the Eric Adams case, calling the move unjust and inconsistent with her duty to prosecute fairly.
Israel Police question Petah Tikva mayor in bribery, breach of trust investigation
Petah Tikva municipality's director, Yaniv Benita, was also detained on Monday morning for additional questioning.
Osaka bans smoking on public streets ahead of 2025 World Expo
The move comes "to improve the environment and beautify the city in a way that is appropriate for an international tourist city," according to the statement.
For the First Time: U.S. and Canadian mayors summit against Antisemitism
Israeli representative, Head of the Binyamin Regional Council and Chairman of the Yesha Council: "Launch a joint initiative to ban BDS."
Jewish NGOs, Ottawa mayor withdraw from pride parade over 'genocide' statement
Jewish organizations and Ottawa's mayor pull out of Capital Pride after its controversial statement accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza, sparking community tensions.
