Zohran Mamdani makes history as NYC’s next mayor: When he takes office and what comes next

Zohran Mamdani’s stunning rise to power has made history in New York City politics. The 34-year-old assemblyman from Queens will officially take office as mayor in 2026 following his upset victory over former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.

Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating Jack Ciattarelli

U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.

Pharmacy broken into in Pico Rivera
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A group of criminals broke into a pharmacy in Pico Rivera. Now, the building is boarded up.

Man arrested by ICE with toddler in car
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A man got detained by ICE while a toddler was sitting in the back of the car in Los Angeles.

California voters pass Prop. 50
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California voters passed Proposition 50, which temporarily redraws California's congressional district lines. The outcome marked a victory for Democrats and Gov. Gavin Newsom ahead of the 2026 midterm election.

Newsom calls passage of Prop 50 a major victory
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom spoke to the public after Proposition 50 was overwhelmingly passed.

Election Day 2025: Races called for NYC, New Jersey, Virginia
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Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York City, Abigail Spanberger won Virginia governor’s race, and U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill was elected governor of New Jersey.

2025 election for NYC mayor, NJ governor: Live updates

Follow FOX 5 NY for live updates on the 2025 New York City mayoral race and the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race.

Prop 50 could hand Garcia a MAGA stronghold
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Democratic U.S. Representative Robert Garcia weighs in on Proposition 50 and what it would do to his district. Rep. Garcia said he has no issues inheriting a MAGA stronghold in what would be his new district should Prop. 50 pass.

Prop 50, if passes, would impact Kiley's CA district
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GOP U.S. Representative Kevin Kiley spoke with FOX 11's Marla Tellez as California awaits the fate of Proposition 50, which addresses the state's redistricting efforts.

Duffy: Shutdown going to make delay problems worse
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that the ongoing government shutdowns are only going to make the airline delays worse.

1 shot during Valley Indoor Swap Meet robbery
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A robbery at the Valley Indoor Swap Meet in Panorama City was caught on surveillance footage, showing masked suspects smashing jewelry counters and stealing merchandise. One person was shot at the scene.

9-year-old missing from Santa Barbara County
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An urgent search is underway for 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard, who was allegedly taken from Lompoc, California, by her mother.

Communities step up amid SNAP benefits questions
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FOX 11's Hailey Winslow spoke with families struggling to feed loved ones in the wake of financial fallouts stemming from nationwide layoffs and government shutdowns.

Polls closing soon as CA awaits Prop 50 fate
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Polls are closing soon as California awaits the fate of Proposition 50, which addresses the state's redistricting efforts.

At least 3 dead in plane crash in Kentucky
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At least three people are dead after a UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky.