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Los Angeles TimesThursday, 28 May 2026
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Poll shows Bass, Raman and Pratt in a tight contest
Mayor is barely ahead of council member, and any of the three could move to runoff.
The story uses data from a UC Berkeley IGS poll to present a statistical snapshot of a three-way mayoral race, focusing on demographic turnout and the potential for a runoff.
The Los Angeles mayoral primary is approaching, and polling suggests a competitive race between the incumbent and two challengers, with a high number of undecided voters potentially deciding the outcome.
“any of the three could move to runoff”
“Data-driven municipal reporting”
Garden Grove crisis exposes industrial risks
SoCal's legacy: Homes next to hazardous plants
An investigation into how residential developments in Southern California have historically expanded into areas previously zoned for hazardous industrial use.
Private money and access to LAPD
Wealthy boosters who supplement budget reportedly gain perks from the department.
An examination of the relationship between wealthy donors to the LAPD Foundation and their level of influence or access within the department.
Faculty at UC urge the return of SATs
STEM students show ‘severe’ math deficits, says an open letter calling for the tests.
Reports on a push by University of California STEM faculty to reinstate standardized testing to address perceived deficits in student math preparedness.
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