DC's 2026 Mayor Primary: Live Results Kick Off
Voters in Washington, DC are casting ballots in the 2026 mayoral primary as FOX 5 tracks live results; polls close at 8 p.m. and results begin to flow as votes are counted throughout election night.
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DC Mayor Primary 2026: George Leads Early as Ranked-Choice Voting Shapes Outcome
Janeese Lewis George leads the 2026 DC Democratic mayoral primary with 52.6% of first-choice votes to Kenyan McDuffie’s 36.8% (Gary Goodweather 3.0%), and with ranked-choice voting in play, the winner will be decided if no candidate gains a majority. Ward-by-ward results show George ahead in several wards, and about 65.5% of votes are expected in with roughly 49,000 remaining to be counted.
Spencer Pratt Falls Short in LA Mayoral Primary, Signs of Quiet Exit
Former The Hills star Spencer Pratt failed to advance to the Los Angeles mayoral runoff, finishing behind Raman and Bass in the June 2 primary as Raman pulled ahead in final mail-ballot counts. With about 99% of votes tallied, Raman led Pratt 28.6% to 25.8% (Bass led overall), and final results are not yet certified as California continues to count mail-in ballots. Pratt’s bid—backed by endorsements including Trump—faded in a deeply blue city, and he had already suggested he might leave LA if Bass or Raman won; now Bass faces Raman in November while results are finalized.
Ex-DeRidder mayor sentenced to 90 days for sexual assault of a minor
Former DeRidder mayor Misty Roberts was sentenced to 90 days in jail after being convicted of carnal knowledge of a juvenile and indecent behavior with a juvenile for raping a 16-year-old boy at her home during a July 2024 pool party. She faces up to 17 years, must register as a sex offender, pay $5,000 in fines, and undergo regular drug screenings and psychotherapies, with two concurrent five-year suspended sentences pending parole. She apologized in court and the victim’s family gave an impact statement.
Mamdani rides Knicks fever to boost his political brand
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is riding the Knicks' Finals buzz to bolster his public image, attending watch parties, highlighting the team’s economic impact, and weaving sports joy into city leadership; analysts say it can broaden his likability across voters, though risks remain if fans see him as inauthentic or if the team’s fortunes sour.
Spencer Pratt Won't Be LA Mayor, and Celebrity-Politics Buzz Fades
Spencer Pratt will not become the mayor of Los Angeles, despite media attention that framed his bid as a commentary on status-quo politics; the piece argues the notoriety around a celebrity candidacy doesn’t translate into actual political power.
Yawata mayor makes history by taking maternity leave
Shoko Kawata, 35-year-old mayor of Yawata city in Kyoto Prefecture, plans to take 16 weeks of maternity leave around the birth of her child—eight weeks before and eight weeks after—believed to be the first time an incumbent Japanese mayor steps away for childcare. Her decision highlights Japan’s work‑life balance challenges and the lack of legal protections for elected officials on maternity leave, as she appoints a deputy to run the nearly 70,000‑strong city and stays connected by email amid a broader national debate on gender equality and declining birth rates.
Bass Leads LA Mayor Primary as Results Trickle In
Incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass leads the 2026 mayoral primary with 36.6% of votes; Spencer Pratt is second at 29.5% and Nithya Raman third at 20.8%. About 48.4% of expected votes have been counted, with roughly 406,000 remaining. Under the top-two rule, Bass is advancing to the general election, likely facing Pratt, while Raman trails.
Mamdani Skips NYC Israel Parade in Latest Political Move
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will skip the annual Israel Parade, a move spotlighting his stance amid the ongoing Israel-Palestine debates.
Trump Signals Backing for Spencer Pratt in LA Mayor Race
Donald Trump said he’d like to see Spencer Pratt do well in the Los Angeles mayoral race and called him a “big MAGA person,” though he stopped short of a formal endorsement. Pratt, who runs against incumbent Karen Bass and has downplayed party ties, has faced attacks linking him to Trump from rivals like Nithya Raman. The remarks could be used by Pratt’s opponents, while Pratt has emphasized he represents all of LA and doesn’t rely on party backing.
Georgia Town's Mayor Resigns After Dismantling Police Force Amid Family Health Concerns
Ron Shinnick, Cohutta’s longtime mayor, resigned after firing the town’s entire police department—a move the council later reversed—citing family health concerns in his resignation letter; the episode involved tensions with his wife, the former town clerk, and officers’ social-media comments, and the council has begun the process of selecting an interim leader as the small Georgia town moves forward.
Four injured in Austin’s weekend string of shootings, mayor says
Four people were injured in a series of apparently random shootings over the weekend in Austin, with police investigating the incidents and the mayor confirming the injuries.
Georgia Town Reinstates Police Department After Sudden Firing
In Cohutta, Georgia, Mayor Ron Shinnick fired the entire Cohutta Police Department, then reinstated all officers two days later amid public pushback, with the mayor, police chief, and department members addressing residents at a town hall.
Cohutta Council Restores Police Department, Shields City Power from the Mayor
The Cohutta Town Council voted to reinstate the Cohutta Police Department after Mayor Ron Shinnick dissolved it, citing municipal charter requirements for 30 days’ notice and a stated reason before terminating an employee. They’re pursuing an emergency ordinance to prevent the mayor from disbanding the department without council action for 30 days, and patrols are to resume with the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office handling calls in the interim. The meeting was tense, with the mayor leaving abruptly as the council moves to stabilize police services.
Cohutta’s police force dissolved as mayor fires entire department
In Cohutta, Georgia, Mayor Ron Shinnick fired the chief and about 10 officers, dissolving the town’s police department. The town council called a special meeting to discuss reinstating the force and possibly the mayor’s resignation, with no public reasons given. The Whitfield County sheriff’s office offered help if needed, while the mayor cited officers’ social-media posts about his wife as the trigger, as residents seek answers and next steps.