Lansing Mayor Schor, Hector Win Primary, Advance November Race

Incumbent Lansing Mayor Andy Schor has secured his place on the November ballot as he seeks a third term, winning the August primary with 9,230 votes. He will be challenged by Kelsea Hector, a nonprofit consultant and community advocate, who earned the second spot with 2,312 votes. The primary saw a record turnout with approximately 15,000 votes cast, reflecting significant voter engagement. Schor, who has served since 2018 and previously held roles as a state representative and county commissioner, outlined his priorities for a potential third term as economic development, housing, public safety, and infrastructure improvements. Hector, known for her leadership of the community outreach group Punks with Lunch Lansing, surprised many by finishing ahead of more well-known candidates. The nonpartisan mayoral race will culminate in the November general election where Schor and Hector will compete for Lansing's leadership.