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Karola Back, a former mayor of Strahlungen, is running again for mayor against her successor Johannes Hümpfner in a local political contest.

A new candidate, Christian Ramet, has emerged in the Baierbrunn mayoral race, although he cannot be officially listed on the ballot.

The mayoral election in Hebertshausen on March 8 could challenge the notion that party affiliation matters at the municipal level or reinforce the dominance of the CSU in rural areas.

Kim Kyo-hung of the Democratic Party has decided not to run in the Incheon mayoral election and will instead support fellow party member Park Chan-dae.

The four main candidates for the Lyon mayoral elections held a debate ahead of the March 15th election.

Former MP Jenica Atwin has declared her candidacy for mayor of Fredericton in advance of the upcoming municipal elections.

The recent local election debate among five candidates in Pullach was marked by a surprisingly cordial atmosphere, despite the competitive nature of the electoral race.

The article discusses the upcoming local elections in Bavaria, highlighting the cities with contested mayoral races and potential changes in leadership.

The Süddeutsche Zeitung assesses the performance of the three main mayoral candidates in Munich during a debate on pressing city issues.

The article discusses the experiences of audiences attending a mayoral debate in Munich ahead of the municipal elections.

The article discusses the differing viewpoints of mayoral candidates in Munich regarding housing solutions amidst rising concerns over living space in the city.

The Süddeutsche Zeitung hosts a live stream of a debate between three major candidates for the Munich mayoral election two weeks before the vote.

The SPD in Bavaria faces a critical juncture following the municipal elections, losing prominent mayoral positions amidst a challenging political landscape.

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon is increasing his public engagements as he prepares for his fifth bid for the mayoralty, reaffirming his vision for the city during a recent book concert.

President Yoon Seok-youl expresses support for the return of historical writings by independence activist Ahn Jung-geun, while sharing a post from Park Chan-dae, a candidate for the Incheon mayoral election.

The article covers critical news from Munich, including the mayoral race, a murder arrest, a significant fire, and a failed urban development project.

The upcoming mayoral election in Bamberg is generating much anticipation as three leading candidates project themselves to secure over 50% of the votes, raising questions about the feasibility of their forecasts.

Kim Sang-wook of the Democratic Party announced his preparations to run for Ulsan mayor and will reveal his official stance next week.

Six candidates, including the current mayor Klaus Heilinglechner, are contesting for the mayoral position in Wolfratshausen for the upcoming municipal election.

The upcoming mayoral election in Kamishihoro Village, Japan, revolves around a controversial investigation into a nuclear waste disposal site, with three candidates presenting varied positions on the issue.

Spencer Pratt's mayoral campaign in Los Angeles is facing intense criticism from his sister, who doubts his intentions amid some community support.

Yasuji Inagaki, an independent newcomer endorsed by the Liberal Democratic Party, has won the mayoral election in Machida City, Tokyo.

Nithya Raman, a Democrat and current councilwoman, has announced her candidacy for mayor of Los Angeles, inspiring socialist hopes with her background and policies.

The municipal elections in Munich are approaching, with key candidates gearing up for a live-streamed debate ahead of the March 8 votes.

Two independent candidates have emerged in Inning, Bavaria, creating competition for the Green Party's official candidate in the upcoming mayoral election.

You Young-ha, a member of the National Assembly and candidate for the Daegu mayoral election, threatens legal action against claims that he controls former President Park Geun-hye.

In Aßling, CSU candidate Sebastian Brilmayer declined to participate in a candidate forum for the mayoral position, which prompted disappointment from his opponents and detractors.

A panel discussion featuring incumbent Mayor Piet Mayr and his challengers is set for February 12 in Zorneding as part of the local election campaign for the March 8 municipal elections.

The local elections in Garching, Germany, are showing promising competition for the mayoral seat, with six candidates vying for the position as the city celebrates its 1111th anniversary since its first official mention.

Six candidates for Puchheim's mayoral election discussed their visions in light of decreasing revenues and high maintenance costs for municipal facilities.

A heated debate among candidates for the mayoral election in Taufkirchen showcased differing opinions on local issues at a lively public forum.

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon has expressed his intention to run for a fifth term amidst internal conflicts within his party, while facing a challenge from his Democratic Party opponent, Jung Won-oh.

A public panel discussion with the mayoral candidates of Krailling is scheduled for February 12, aimed at facilitating open dialogue between candidates and citizens.

The Osaka double election saw a significant number of invalid votes, with over 13% in the mayoral election, as candidates received no substantial opposition.

Jung Won-oh, the mayor of Seongdong-gu and a candidate for the Democratic Party's nomination for Seoul mayor, has officially announced his intention to run for the office.

Rick Caruso is reconsidering his candidacy for Los Angeles mayor following allegations that current Mayor Karen Bass attempted to suppress a report on the Palisades Fire.

The NRM mayoral candidate for Kyazanga, Imran Matovu, was arrested along with a village chairperson as violence and allegations of vote rigging disrupted elections in Lwengo District.

The BJP emerged as the largest party in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation with the most seats, but conflicts over the mayoral position are ongoing with the Shiv Sena, which secured 29 seats.

The primary election for the Viðreisn party in Reykjavik has commenced with four candidates vying for the mayoral nomination.

Reality TV star Farrah Abraham has announced her candidacy for mayor of Austin, Texas, despite mistakenly confusing the election dates.

Germering will elect a new mayor in May 2026, as the incumbent Andreas Haas (CSU), who has served since 2008, is not seeking re-election.

The upcoming mayoral election in Neufahrn, scheduled for March 8, will see six candidates vying for the position following the announcement of the current mayor, Franz Heilmeier, that he will not seek re-election after twelve years in office.

In Icking, the upcoming mayoral election on March 8 is likely to lack excitement as there is only one candidate, the current mayor Verena Reithmann from the Independent Citizens' List (UBI).

The residents of Gröbenzell will have four opportunities to meet candidates for the mayoral office, starting with a discussion on climate, environment, and nature.

The Greens have nominated Anton Maier for mayor for the third time, while the AfD is entering the race with newcomer Luka Komljenovic, as the current mayor Bernhard Sontheim steps down.

The Left party in Karlsfeld has nominated Ines Kiriaki Tsartsaris, a 31-year-old union secretary and qualified health and nursing professional, as its mayoral candidate focusing on work and social issues for the 2026 municipal election.

In Bad Tölz, three of the four candidates from the previous mayoral election six years ago are running again, with a new candidate from the Greens joining them for the municipal election on March 8, 2026.

In Underreit, finding a mayoral candidate for the upcoming local election has proven challenging, with little initial interest until a candidate was finally presented just before the nomination meeting.

In the wake of a failed mayoral candidate nomination, the AfD local chapter in Moosburg attempted again, surprising everyone by nominating a previously unknown doctor, Moutasem-Daoud Ghadieh, who is favored by a party council member.

Munich will hold a mayoral election on March 8, 2026, featuring potentially 13 candidates, including only two women, as the final list will be confirmed after the election committee's review on January 20, 2026.