Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass advances to run-off in race to run California's biggest city

The mayor's opponent could be either Republican newcomer and reality TV star Spencer Pratt, or a fellow Democrat, council member Nithya Raman.

Spencer Pratt Suggests He Can Be a Mayor for all L.A. Residents, as Vote Counting Continues

The former reality TV star has tried to broaden his platform, talking about Los Angeles’s homelessness and drugs problem.

By Conor Dougherty

Karen Bass can’t avoid a runoff amid an angry spasm in Los Angeles

No incumbent mayor of the country's second-largest city has faced a runoff in more than two decades.

By Karen Tumulty

Karen Bass heads to LA mayoral runoff after falling short of majority

Incumbent comes out on top in primary election – but with less than 50% of votes – and will take on challenger in November Karen Bass has come out ahead in Tuesday’s heated primary for Los Angeles mayor, but with less than 50% of the vote will have to defend her seat in November’s general election. Bass will face either Spencer Pratt, a former reality TV star, or city council member Nithya Raman, in November. As of Tuesday evening, it was still unclear who would move on. Continue reading...

By Uwa Ede-Osifo in Los Angeles

Spencer Pratt surges to runoff in LA mayor's race after angry voters send message to Karen Bass

Spencer Pratt appears on track to advance to a November runoff against LA Mayor Karen Bass after no candidate cleared 50% in Tuesday's primary.

The late Richard Simmons’ L.A. estate returns to the market with a new sales strategy—and a lower price

The iconic Los Angeles estate where fitness guru Richard Simmons died in 2024 has undergone a big price cut, just a few weeks after it reappeared on the market as a $5.8 million “canvas for transformation.”

My 87-year-old neighbor has become family. I've told him he can move in with us if he needs to.

Julissa Gomez is friends with her neighbor, Delmar. Courtesy of Julissa Gomez Julissa Gomez is a 28-year-old in Los Angeles who met her older neighbor over 10 years ago. Julissa visits Delmar, takes him to church and out for food, and makes sure he has everything he needs. Julissa said it brings her personal fulfillment to bring joy to Delmar. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Julissa Gomez, author of the children's book, "The Friendship Next Door with Delmar." It has b...

Karen Bass survives primary as Spencer Pratt charges into runoff election

Addressing her supporters, Bass expressed confidence in her path forward. "I appreciate you for standing with me when others doubted me, because you know who I am”

By Christopher Weber

Why will softball be played in Oklahoma City at the 2028 Olympics?

It wasn't a simple or easy decision to move softball from L.A. to OKC for the 2028 Olympics. But after drilling down on options, it just made sense to host the sport at the largest softball stadium in the world.

By Cassandra Negley

Irish director wins US film award for Tipperary murder drama

Anne Williamson takes prize for best first-time female director at the Indie X Film Fest in Los Angeles

By Barry Roche

Karen Bass and Spencer Pratt Lead in Early Returns in Bizarre L.A. Mayor’s Race

Karen Bass and Spencer Pratt led in early returns in the race for Los Angeles mayor on Tuesday night, with Councilwoman Nithya Raman running in third. However, it could still take days to determine which two candidates will face each other in November. Speaking to supporters at her election party just after 9 p.m., Bass […]

By Gmaddaus

2026 LA Mayor election results: Karen Bass heads to November runoff for reelection

Karen Bass is a former member of Congress and the first Black woman to serve as mayor.

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 Advances to November Runoff Election

The incumbent politician will likely face off again against reality star Spencer Pratt in November

By Emily Zemler

It’s Bass Vs. Pratt: Early L.A. Mayor Election Results Leaning Towards Incumbent Against ‘Hills’ Villain In The Fall

The final results are far from in for the Los Angeles mayoral race, but already Karen Bass is already in battle mode to take on Spencer Pratt in November. “Tomorrow begins the second half of this journey,” the incumbent told supporters at a Koreatown gathering just over an hour after the polls closed in LA […]

By Dominic Patten

Woman Arrested at Chris Brown’s L.A. Home, Days After Man Apprehended

Chris Brown continues to deal with scary situations at his L.A. mansion … with yet another person arrested at the property, TMZ has learned. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ, LAPD was called to the entertainer’s $3.8 million 6-bedroom,…

By TMZ Staff

Bass Advances To Runoff In LA Mayor's Race; Pratt Leads Contenders

Bass Advances To Runoff In LA Mayor's Race; Pratt Leads Contenders Authored by Jackson Richman and Beige Luciano-Adams via The Epoch Times, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass advanced to the November runoff election for Los Angeles mayor. The Associated Press called Bass’s advancement after 1:30 a.m. ET on June 3. Reality TV star Spencer Pratt and Los Angeles City Councilmember Nithya Raman lead 11 other candidates in the race for runner-up. The runner-up will face Bass in the r...

By Tyler Durden