California’s 45th District rated a toss-up in early 2026 election forecast
With about a year and nine months until the 2026 elections, the first forecast of House races is out. So far, only one Southern California race is rated as a toss-up by election analyst Cook Political Report: California’s 45th Congressional District,
Newsom meets with Trump to move past the ‘noise’ of the election
Gov. Gavin Newsom met with President Trump on Wednesday as he seeks federal disaster aid for the Los Angeles County wildfires.
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s veto left 4 million California voters unregistered, new report says
Good morning and welcome to the A.M. Alert! CALIFORNIA EARNS A C+ FOR ITS VOTER REGISTRATION POLICIES. California earned a passing, but mediocre, grade from the Institute for Resp
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California AG says won't run for governor, as 'field clearing' Kamala Harris bid looms over '26 race
California Attorney General Rob Bonta says he won't run in the state's open governor's seat in 2026, with a potential bid for the seat by former state Attorney General and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris looming large over the upcoming contest.
Major California Democrat predicts Kamala Harris would be 'field-clearing' if former VP runs for governor
California Attorney General Rob Bonta says he will support former Vice President Kamala Harris if she decides to run for Golden State governor in 2026.
California senators aren’t up for re-election in 2026 — but they have millions in campaign cash
Those totals are likely to be far from what they will need if they seek re-election. Spending in California’s 2024 Senate race, which Schiff won, totaled $141 million, according to OpenSecrets, a nonpartisan research firm. The figure includes money spent by independent groups.
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What voters should know about Coachella Valley Unified's special election in Imperial County
The special election for three Coachella Valley Unified school board seats in the Imperial Valley is about a month away. Here's what to know.
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Rob Bonta, the state’s Democratic Attorney General, was expected to vie to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom as governor in 2026. Bonta said Wednesday he’ll run for reelection instead.
California AG Rob Bonta does not plan to run for governor, senior adviser confirms
California Attorney General Rob Bonta is staying out of the race to become California's next governor, a senior advisor to Bonta told KCRA 3 on Wednesday.
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Shasta County lawsuit alleges election mismanagement and violations
A lawsuit filed in Shasta County Superior Court accuses the county’s Registrar of Voters, Thomas Toller, of multiple election law violations during the November 5, 2024, general election.
Voter Guide: What to know about the special election for the 36th State Senate District
Ahead of the election, the Southern California News Group compiled a list of questions from our readers to pose to the candidates who wish to represent you.
California’s Ethics Board Opens Door to Greater Political Influence from Donors
After a two-year investigation into a sprawling donor network, the Fair Political Practices Commission found it did not violate any rules. This finding will make it easier for groups to coordinate fundraising and donations.