Santa Monica incumbents and renter protections lead in early election results
Initial vote counts in Santa Monica show sitting council members ahead and strong support for tenant protection and hotel tax measures, while a proposed school parcel tax trails.
Xavier Becerra wins California governor race in historic milestone for Latino leadership
Xavier Becerra has been elected as California's first Latino governor in over 150 years, defeating Republican Steve Hilton and preparing to address major challenges facing the state.
Salinas election results shape local leadership and urgent policy debates
Nithya Raman overtakes Karen Bass as Los Angeles mayoral vote count advances
San Mateo County voters back transit tax and school bonds as rent control fails in Redwood City
Los Angeles city attorney race exposes deep divide over legal priorities
Redwood City rent control measure trails as San Pablo proposal advances
Early poll data shows Redwood City's Measure E on rent control is falling short, while San Pablo's Measure S appears headed for approval, highlighting contrasting local responses to tenant protections.
Berkeley Voters Back Infrastructure Bonds and Rent Protections as Public Bank Measure Faces Uncertainty
Early election returns in Berkeley show strong support for infrastructure bonds, sales tax increases, and expanded tenant protections, while a proposed public bank tax may not reach the threshold for approval.
Santa Monica election fields contested races for council rent control and state senate
Santa Monica voters face decisions on city council, rent control, school board, and state senate seats as candidates' records and endorsements draw scrutiny.
