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Nithya Raman Wins Los Angeles Mayoral Race, Ousting Incumbent Karen Bass

Nithya Raman Wins Los Angeles Mayoral Race, Ousting Incumbent Karen Bass

City Councilmember Nithya Raman has won the Los Angeles mayoral race, defeating incumbent Mayor Karen Bass. According to results reported by the Associated Press and major news outlets, Raman secured approximately 52% of the vote, while Bass received 48%. Mayor Bass has conceded the race. In other Los Angeles election results, Deputy State Attorney General Marissa Roy won the Los Angeles City Attorney race against Deputy District Attorney John McKinney, leading with about 67% of the vote. Incumbent Kenneth Mejia was re-elected as Los Angeles City Controller in the June primary. Additionally, all eight City of Los Angeles ballot measures are poised to pass, including Measure FD, which enacts a 0.5% citywide sales tax increase for the Los Angeles Fire Department, and Charter Amendment PRK, which gradually increases funding for the Department of Recreation and Parks.
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Baton Rouge Voters Urged to Meet November 12 Registration Deadline for December 12 Election

Baton Rouge Voters Urged to Meet November 12 Registration Deadline for December 12 Election

Baton Rouge voters are facing upcoming registration deadlines for the December 12 election, which includes several runoff races, tax propositions, and a legislative special election. Steve Raborn, registrar of voters for the City of Baton Rouge, is advising residents to review these deadlines and prepare in advance. The election will feature a special election for Senate District 14 to fill a vacancy, a police tax renewal proposition for the city, and proposition elections for local fire districts. Voters have two distinct registration deadlines: November 12 for in-person or mail registration, and November 21 for online registration through the Louisiana Secretary of State's website. Election officials are also urging voters planning to cast absentee ballots by mail not to wait until the last minute due to potential mail delivery delays. Additionally, residents are encouraged to review sample ballots and verify polling place locations using the state's Geaux Vote app before Election Day.
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David Scott, Aaron Grig, and David Williams Compete for Watauga County Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor Seats

David Scott, Aaron Grig, and David Williams Compete for Watauga County Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor Seats

The 2026 Watauga County ballot in North Carolina features a nonpartisan race for two seats on the Soil and Water Conservation District supervisor board. Three candidates are vying for these positions: David Scott, Aaron Grig, and David Williams. The Watauga Soil and Water Conservation District, a subdivision of state government, is responsible for planning, executing, and promoting sound conservation practices. This includes assisting landowners and citizens with various conservation and natural resource issues, administering state and federal conservation programs like the Agriculture Cost Share Program, and providing technical and financial assistance to farmers. The district also aids in erosion control, stormwater management, flood prevention, and post-natural disaster cleanup and restoration efforts. Supervisors serve four-year terms and meet monthly to establish local conservation priorities based on the district's needs. Aaron Grig's campaign focuses on addressing the gradual decline in the county's...
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Boston School Committee Considers School Closures Amidst Community Opposition

Boston School Committee Considers School Closures Amidst Community Opposition

The Boston School Committee is currently reviewing proposals to close Charlestown High, East Boston Early Education Center, and Greater Egleston High School. This initiative is part of the district's long-term facilities plan, announced in 2025, which aims to reduce the number of schools by 17 through closures and mergers by 2030 due to declining enrollment. The proposals have met with significant opposition from educators, parents, and students from the affected schools. During a nearly five-hour meeting, community members voiced anger, sadness, and presented data to argue against the closures. Charlestown High Head of School Ajay Trivedi stated that the closure decision was a 'broken commitment' from Boston Public Schools (BPS) staff, noting that a promised process to discuss enrollment and the school's future did not occur. BPS Superintendent Mary Skipper acknowledged the community's concerns and emphasized the district's goal to provide clear information and support during these transitions.
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Sunland Park Faces $8.25 Million Ballot Blunder, Postponing Bond Questions to 2027

Sunland Park Faces $8.25 Million Ballot Blunder, Postponing Bond Questions to 2027

Sunland Park, New Mexico, experienced a significant administrative error that resulted in three bond questions, totaling $8.25 million, not appearing on the recent ballot. These bond questions were intended to fund critical infrastructure, public safety, and recreation projects within the city. According to Doña Ana County Clerk Amanda López Askin, the city submitted its paperwork but failed to complete the necessary process to get the measures officially placed on the ballot. The Clerk's office acknowledged receiving the documents four days before the filing deadline, but stated they were directed to the recording department instead of the Bureau of Elections. Conversely, the city of Sunland Park maintains that it submitted the required resolution on time and has formally requested an investigation into the matter. As a consequence of this oversight, a special election is now being planned for spring 2027 to address these bond questions, though a specific date has not yet been announced.
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District 65 Revises Boundary Proposal, Restoring Foster Elementary's Current Attendance Area

District 65 Revises Boundary Proposal, Restoring Foster Elementary's Current Attendance Area

Evanston/Skokie School District 65 has released its third version of proposed attendance boundaries for the 2027-28 school year. This latest proposal notably restores Foster Elementary School to its current attendance area, a change from previous versions. The new boundaries were communicated to the community on a Friday afternoon, alongside an announcement that the board's vote on a proposed budget plan and school closure process would be delayed from Monday to November 16. Interim Superintendent Eric Witherspoon stated that the revised proposal incorporates additional community feedback and ongoing review by the district's team. This version follows two earlier proposals from October 13 and 23, which were introduced after the district announced its budget plan would involve closing Lincolnwood and Dewey elementary schools. The current proposal is projected to impact 630 students from kindergarten through fourth grade, a reduction from the 713 students affected by the initial proposal.
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La Grande School District Seeks Community Feedback on Screen Time and Digital Learning

La Grande School District Seeks Community Feedback on Screen Time and Digital Learning

The La Grande School District (LGSD) has launched a survey to gather feedback from families, students, staff, and community members regarding the use of technology in its schools. The survey aims to evaluate current screen time practices, assess the balance between digital learning and hands-on instruction, and establish age-appropriate guidelines for technology use across all grade levels from kindergarten through 12th grade. This initiative is part of the district's commitment to fostering a balanced and meaningful learning environment for its students. The district emphasizes that community input is crucial in making informed decisions about technology integration in education. The survey is designed to help LGSD understand various perspectives on how digital tools are currently utilized and how they can be optimized to support student learning effectively.
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Rapid City Area Schools Investigate Reports of Incorrect Ballots in Bond Election

Rapid City Area Schools Investigate Reports of Incorrect Ballots in Bond Election

Rapid City Area Schools, in collaboration with Pennington County election officials, is investigating reports of incorrect ballots distributed during the November 3 general election. The issue primarily affects precincts that span multiple school district boundaries, where some voters may have received ballots that did not correspond to their correct school district. District officials are actively working with the Pennington County Auditor’s Office to ascertain the total number of affected ballots and to determine if this discrepancy could potentially alter the outcome of the school bond election. The district is also reviewing necessary steps to address the situation and has committed to releasing further information as it becomes available. This investigation aims to ensure the integrity of the election process and the accuracy of the bond election results.
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Grossmont Union High School District Board Sees Shift in Power Following Teachers Union-Backed Election

Grossmont Union High School District Board Sees Shift in Power Following Teachers Union-Backed Election

East County voters have significantly altered the composition of the Grossmont Union High School District board, overturning a conservative super-majority. The election results indicate a new 3-2 majority supported by the teachers union. While long-serving board member Jim Kelly retains his seat, Gary Woods, after 20 years, is expected to be replaced by administrator Jeneé Littrell, who holds a lead of over 500 votes. Additionally, Steve Mull, a former middle school principal, is on track to secure another seat, beating out two other candidates by over 1,000 votes. This shift means that the conservative faction, previously holding a near-certain 4-1 vote advantage, will now be a minority. The Grossmont Educators Association’s (GEA) Political Action Committee, led by Jackie Naah, played a crucial role in this outcome, building an extensive campaign apparatus with support from regional labor unions and the California Teachers Association. This marks the first time the teachers union has mounted such a compre...
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See Trump's state-by-state approval days after GOP's midterm drubbing

See Trump's state-by-state approval days after GOP's midterm drubbing

Trump’s unpopularity continues climb following his political party's trouncing in Tuesday's midterms. See which states still approve of the president.
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Levi Strauss Co. Opens New Flagship Store in Chicago, Emphasizing Local Culture and Community Engagement

Levi Strauss Co. Opens New Flagship Store in Chicago, Emphasizing Local Culture and Community Engagement

Levi Strauss Co. Opens New Flagship Store in Chicago, Emphasizing Local Culture and Community Engagement
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Graham, Paxton and Ramaswamy lost. Some blame Trump for choosing them

Graham, Paxton and Ramaswamy lost. Some blame Trump for choosing them

Some conservatives are blaming the president for promoting flawed contenders who lost in red states.