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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.

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

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

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


Majdal Shams attack in Golan Heights reveals urgent need for enhanced school safety - opinion

The recent rocket attack in Majdal Shams exposed the urgent need for improved school safety measures before the new school year starts.

 CLASS IS in session for Arab students at the Beit Hanina neighborhood’s Noreen school.

Who is Brad Lander, the Jewish New York City comptroller weighing a run for mayor?

Brad Lander’s potential mayoral run raises questions about his progressive values and Zionist stance.

 New York City Comptroller Brad Lander in his Manhattan office, July 18, 2024.

US political leaders visit Israel on CAM solidarity mission to combat antisemitism, strengthen ties

Two bipartisan American delegations visited Israel in June led by the Combat Antisemitism Movement, aiming to strengthen ties and understand the challenges of post-Hamas' invasion on October 7.

 Sasha Roitman-Dratwa, CEO of CAM

Lod's Mayor expresses concern over terrorism in neglected mix Arab-Israeli city amid rising tension

The mayor of Lod, Israel, raises alarm over escalating crime and gang influence, warning of national security threats posed by armed gangs.

 Lod's Mayor Yair Ravivo, 15-Jul-2021

NYC Mayor: 'No room for hate in our city to praise Hamas'

Mayor Adams criticized pro-Palestinian protesters' language as "immoral" and denounced support for Hamas, emphasizing unwavering support for Israel and urging peaceful protests without hate speech.

 FILE PHOTO: New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks during a news conference at 1 Police Plaza in New York City, US, April 3, 2024.

Mayors demand that gov't drop plan to take over appointments of city rabbis

The 100 mayors who wrote the letter to the Religious Affairs Minister were specifically expressing their opposition to a series of directives published by the Religious Affairs ministry on April 11.

 Arye Deri and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, attend  a Shas Party faction meeting, at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 23, 2023.

Jewish NGO seeks to enlist US mayors in the fight against antisemitism

As antisemitic cases spike across the United States, the Combat Antisemitism Movement is working to partner with local leaders to combat antisemitism in their communities.

 New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

35 municipalities to hold second election round on Sunday

According to Israeli law, in this scenario, the top two finishers in the race go head-to-head, and therefore, 70 candidates will be up for election on Sunday. 

 Jerusalemites cast their ballots for the 2024 municipal elections, on February 27, 2024.

Big revelation: Meet Israel's top 22 most popular mayors

Three of Israel's top mayors: Ronen Plot of Nof HaGalil leads with 98.5% support, followed by Ruvik Danilovich of Beer Sheva with 96.6%, and Nissim Gozlan of Be'er Yaakov with 96%.

 Israelis cast their votes at a voting station on the morning of the Municipal Elections, in Jerusalem, on February 27, 2024.

Holon Mayor Moti Sasson ousted after 30 years in office

Holon Mayor Moti Sasson's tenure ends after 30 years that saw him carve out a legacy as a champion of the central city.

 From right to left: Prof. Adir Pridor, Chairman of HITS’s  Executive Committee, Pinchas (Pini) Cohen, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of HIT, Moti Sasson, Mayor of Holon, HIT President Professor Eduard Yakubov, and Shmuel Goldberg, HIT CEO.