Coverage dated September 29, 2026

Rivals for LA mayor set to meet in forum as city struggles with homelessness, Hollywood job losses

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two Democratic rivals seeking to lead troubled Los Angeles will meet in a high-stakes forum Tuesday just days before mail ballots drop, as voters weigh whether to stick with unpopular incumbent Karen Bass or turn to a little-known City Council member backed by the Democratic Socia…

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WTOP Washington DC
Rivals for LA mayor set to meet in forum as city struggles with homelessness, Hollywood job losses (opens WTOP Washington DC)
Published Sep 29, 2026
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two Democratic rivals seeking to lead troubled Los Angeles will meet in a high-stakes forum Tuesday just days before mail ballots drop, as voters weigh whether to stick with unpopular incumbent Karen Bass or turn to a little-known City Council member backed by the Democratic Socia…
PBS NewsHour
LA mayor candidates set for forum as city struggles with homelessness, Hollywood job losses (opens PBS NewsHour)
Published Sep 29, 2026
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Two Democratic rivals seeking to become the next mayor of Los Angeles are meeting on the same stage just days before mail ballots go to voters.

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