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L.A. Mayor Race Heats Up

Updated 2026-05-05 21:35 UTC 1 source Neutral

The race for Los Angeles mayor is intensifying, with incumbent Mayor Karen Bass facing off against former ally Nithya Raman in a contentious campaign. Key issues include production crises, public safety concerns like bass attacks, and the potential dangers of mergers between major entertainment companies.

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Editor’s Note: In what could be one of the most consequential elections in Los Angeles’ history, the race this year for mayor sees two former allies in an increasingly sharp bid to take over City Hall. With many issues in the contest between incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmem

2026-05-05 21:23 UTC