While many in New York will be watching the Times Square ball drop or out partying to ring in the new year, mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will mark midnight differently-- taking the oath to become the ci...

Zohran Mamdani will become mayor of New York City as the clock ticks over into 2026 — but the celebrations are set to last through New Year's Day.

The small swearing-in event will be attended by a smattering of family, friends and reporters, and will install Mr. Mamdani, 34, as mayor.