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SF politics

New California voter ID ban puts conservative cities at odds with state

California has banned local voter ID requirements, aiming to protect voter access amid debates over election integrity and fraud accusations.

US Elections

fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com

3 days ago

Speed up California's ballot count? It'll come at a cost, Secretary of State warns

California Secretary of State rejects efforts to hasten vote counting, citing the need to ensure every ballot is accurately counted.

SF politics

New California voter ID ban puts conservative cities at odds with state

California has banned local voter ID requirements, aiming to protect voter access amid debates over election integrity and fraud accusations.

more#election-integrity

#santa-clara-county

fromSan Jose Spotlight

3 weeks ago

California

Op-ed: Santa Clara County residents favor ranked choice voting - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County voters want ranked choice voting implemented, which has proven successful in other California cities.

fromABC7 San Francisco

Miscellaneous

As early voting gets under in CA, experts explain why it's more important than ever this election

Early voting has officially started in California, providing voters with more options to cast their ballots.

fromSan Jose Spotlight

3 weeks ago

Op-ed: Santa Clara County residents favor ranked choice voting - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County voters want ranked choice voting implemented, which has proven successful in other California cities.

fromABC7 San Francisco

Miscellaneous

As early voting gets under in CA, experts explain why it's more important than ever this election

Early voting has officially started in California, providing voters with more options to cast their ballots.

more#santa-clara-county

#voting-rights

1 month ago

US Elections

What Donald Trump's order to change election requirements means for California

Trump's executive order on voting aims to require proof of citizenship and halt ballot counting after Election Day, impacting election processes in California and nationwide.

California

Can I leave work early to vote on Election Day? Get time off? What California law says

California law permits time off work to vote without loss of pay, benefiting those unable to vote outside working hours.

California

Voting on Election Day? Here's what you need to know about your rights in California

California ensures all eligible voters can cast a ballot, and offers provisional ballots and same-day registration for Election Day voting.

US Elections

1 month ago

What Donald Trump's order to change election requirements means for California

Trump's executive order on voting aims to require proof of citizenship and halt ballot counting after Election Day, impacting election processes in California and nationwide.

California

Can I leave work early to vote on Election Day? Get time off? What California law says

California law permits time off work to vote without loss of pay, benefiting those unable to vote outside working hours.

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

California

Voting on Election Day? Here's what you need to know about your rights in California

California ensures all eligible voters can cast a ballot, and offers provisional ballots and same-day registration for Election Day voting.

more#voting-rights

3 months ago

California

Google Ads Updates Political Content Policy For California Residents For Deepfakes

Google updates its Ads policy to include measures against deepfakes in California elections, allowing residents to report misleading content.

#mail-in-ballots

"Most people my age just kind of scribble." Signatures were a sticking point for young California voters this year

Younger voters are significantly affected by signature mismatch issues in mail-in voting, resulting in many ballots being disqualified.

fromThe Mercury News

California

Election 2024: In California, it might take awhile for votes to be tallied. Here's why

California's election results take longer due to high mail-in voting volume and deadlines for ballot acceptance.

California

When can I mail my California ballot for general election? Drop it off? Know these dates

Californians are encouraged to vote in the 2024 general election with essential information on eligibility and voting methods provided.

SF politics

You can track your ballot in California. Here's how to make sure your vote is accepted

California has mailed ballots for the 2024 presidential election to 22 million registered voters, allowing enhanced tracking options for mail-in ballots.

"Most people my age just kind of scribble." Signatures were a sticking point for young California voters this year

Younger voters are significantly affected by signature mismatch issues in mail-in voting, resulting in many ballots being disqualified.

fromThe Mercury News

California

Election 2024: In California, it might take awhile for votes to be tallied. Here's why

California's election results take longer due to high mail-in voting volume and deadlines for ballot acceptance.

California

When can I mail my California ballot for general election? Drop it off? Know these dates

Californians are encouraged to vote in the 2024 general election with essential information on eligibility and voting methods provided.

SF politics

You can track your ballot in California. Here's how to make sure your vote is accepted

California has mailed ballots for the 2024 presidential election to 22 million registered voters, allowing enhanced tracking options for mail-in ballots.

more#mail-in-ballots

#progressive-policies

With progressive ballot measures on track to fail, California's political identity is questioned

California's election night results indicated a surprising conservative shift, with voters rejecting progressive measures despite a Democratic presidential win.

SF politics

Prosecutors Pamela Price and George Gascon promised a different kind of justice. Voters turned on them

Progressive prosecutors in California faced significant electoral defeats, indicating a shift in public sentiment towards tougher crime policies.

With progressive ballot measures on track to fail, California's political identity is questioned

California's election night results indicated a surprising conservative shift, with voters rejecting progressive measures despite a Democratic presidential win.

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SF politics

Prosecutors Pamela Price and George Gascon promised a different kind of justice. Voters turned on them

Progressive prosecutors in California faced significant electoral defeats, indicating a shift in public sentiment towards tougher crime policies.

#election-results

California

What to know about 4 California congressional races that are too close to call

California's congressional races face delays in results due to a slow but accurate vote-counting process.

East Bay (California)

Central Valley Democratic challenger Adam Gray takes lead in last uncalled House race

Democratic challenger Adam Gray has gained a narrow lead in California's District 13, marking a pivotal moment in an uncalled House race.

California

What to know about 4 California congressional races that are too close to call

California's congressional races face delays in results due to a slow but accurate vote-counting process.

East Bay (California)

Central Valley Democratic challenger Adam Gray takes lead in last uncalled House race

Democratic challenger Adam Gray has gained a narrow lead in California's District 13, marking a pivotal moment in an uncalled House race.

more#election-results

#proposition-36

Los Angeles

What's on the November ballot in California?

California's swing districts are crucial for determining control of the U.S. House of Representatives in the upcoming elections.

Trump Wins Presidential Election | KQED

Schiff wins two Senate elections, marking a shift in California's representation to male senators after decades.

SF politics

Yes or no on Prop. 36? We fact check the drug treatment arguments on the California measure

Proposition 36 aims to replace prison with treatment for repeat drug offenders but faces funding challenges.

from48 hills

SF politics

OPINION: The lies behind Prop. 36 - 48 hills

Proposition 36 misrepresents its focus on homelessness and addiction while proposing harsher penalties without addressing underlying issues.

SF politics

Is California Back to Tough-on-Crime Policies? Not Necessarily | KQED

California voters showed support for stricter criminal penalties, but this does not indicate a complete reversal of reform efforts. Advocates need to address public concerns.

Los Angeles

What's on the November ballot in California?

California's swing districts are crucial for determining control of the U.S. House of Representatives in the upcoming elections.

Trump Wins Presidential Election | KQED

Schiff wins two Senate elections, marking a shift in California's representation to male senators after decades.

SF politics

Yes or no on Prop. 36? We fact check the drug treatment arguments on the California measure

Proposition 36 aims to replace prison with treatment for repeat drug offenders but faces funding challenges.

from48 hills

SF politics

OPINION: The lies behind Prop. 36 - 48 hills

Proposition 36 misrepresents its focus on homelessness and addiction while proposing harsher penalties without addressing underlying issues.

SF politics

Is California Back to Tough-on-Crime Policies? Not Necessarily | KQED

California voters showed support for stricter criminal penalties, but this does not indicate a complete reversal of reform efforts. Advocates need to address public concerns.

more#proposition-36

California

Election Day is over in California. Who's responsible for removing campaign signs?

Campaign signs in California must be removed by property owners or authorized staff within 10 days post-election, under specific legal guidelines.

#ballot-processing

East Bay (California)

Election officials are expecting a flood of last-minute ballots. How many will be tallied Election Day?

California's election results will be delayed due to a significant number of mail-in ballots expected to be counted after Election Day.

California

How many ballots are left to be counted in California?

Vote counting in California remains incomplete, with a significant number of ballots yet to be processed.

Alameda County's slow ballot processing highlights disparities in vote counting across the state.

East Bay (California)

Election officials are expecting a flood of last-minute ballots. How many will be tallied Election Day?

California's election results will be delayed due to a significant number of mail-in ballots expected to be counted after Election Day.

California

How many ballots are left to be counted in California?

Vote counting in California remains incomplete, with a significant number of ballots yet to be processed.

Alameda County's slow ballot processing highlights disparities in vote counting across the state.

more#ballot-processing

#rent-control

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SF politics

California Voters Say Yes to Tougher Crime Sentences, No to Rent Control

California voters approved Proposition 36 to toughen sentencing for repeat offenders and rejected Proposition 33 which sought to expand rent control.

SF politics

Californians Appear to Reject Many Rent Control Measures | KQED

Rent control remains a major electoral issue in California, with attempts to introduce or strengthen regulations receiving mixed voter support.

fromsfist.com

SF politics

California Voters Say Yes to Tougher Crime Sentences, No to Rent Control

California voters approved Proposition 36 to toughen sentencing for repeat offenders and rejected Proposition 33 which sought to expand rent control.

SF politics

Californians Appear to Reject Many Rent Control Measures | KQED

Rent control remains a major electoral issue in California, with attempts to introduce or strengthen regulations receiving mixed voter support.

Some California congressional races are too close to call. Who won Sacramento, San Luis Obispo?

California's congressional races could influence control of the House in 2025, with key results still pending.

#kamala-harris

US Elections

Here's what happened in California's election while you were sleeping

Final election results may take weeks due to continuing ballot counting, although preliminary outcomes show significant trends.

California

Why Gavin Newsom is not campaigning with Central Valley Democrats in tossup House races

Gavin Newsom is distancing himself from crucial Central Valley congressional campaigns due to lower popularity among local Democratic voters.

Central Valley Democrats are indifferent toward Newsom, raising concerns about his potential impact on their campaigns.

US Elections

Here's what happened in California's election while you were sleeping

Final election results may take weeks due to continuing ballot counting, although preliminary outcomes show significant trends.

California

Why Gavin Newsom is not campaigning with Central Valley Democrats in tossup House races

Gavin Newsom is distancing himself from crucial Central Valley congressional campaigns due to lower popularity among local Democratic voters.

Central Valley Democrats are indifferent toward Newsom, raising concerns about his potential impact on their campaigns.

more#kamala-harris

#election-day

2024 Election live results

California's election results will be updated in real-time on election day, including both in-person and mail-in ballot counts.

Los Angeles

Forget election night answers: Why it could take a while to get final results

Final election results may take time to be reported after polls close.

2024 Election live results

California's election results will be updated in real-time on election day, including both in-person and mail-in ballot counts.

Los Angeles

Forget election night answers: Why it could take a while to get final results

Final election results may take time to be reported after polls close.

more#election-day

#vote-by-mail

East Bay (California)

The deadline to register to vote in California and other important dates for the upcoming election

Active registration is required to receive mail-in ballots for California's Nov. 5 election, with several deadlines to keep in mind.

California

Will I get a mail-in ballot in California? When are they sent? What to know as election nears

California voters will receive mail-in ballots for the 2024 presidential election starting October 7, allowing them to cast their votes by mail.

SF politics

In Northern California, here's what we will - and won't -know on election night

Counting ballots in California post-election is a lengthy and complex process, particularly with new laws extending result certification timelines.

East Bay (California)

The deadline to register to vote in California and other important dates for the upcoming election

Active registration is required to receive mail-in ballots for California's Nov. 5 election, with several deadlines to keep in mind.

California

Will I get a mail-in ballot in California? When are they sent? What to know as election nears

California voters will receive mail-in ballots for the 2024 presidential election starting October 7, allowing them to cast their votes by mail.

SF politics

In Northern California, here's what we will - and won't -know on election night

Counting ballots in California post-election is a lengthy and complex process, particularly with new laws extending result certification timelines.

more#vote-by-mail

California

Ad check: Would this California Republican in congressional race support an abortion ban?

Republican Kevin Lincoln supports abortion access, refuting claims made by Rep. Josh Harder's campaign about extreme anti-abortion stances.

Lincoln opposes a federal abortion ban, highlighting California's pro-choice stance. He supports access under specific circumstances like rape or life threats.

East Bay (California)

fromThe Mercury News

Rep. Adam Schiff and Steve Garvey face off in California's US Senate race. Meet the candidates

California voters are facing a significant choice between newcomer Steve Garvey and seasoned politician Adam Schiff to fill the Senate seat formerly held by Dianne Feinstein.