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www.ocregister.com
1 month ago
Education

New legislation seeks to increase voter registration among California youth

Engaging teens in pre-registration for voting
Introducing High School Voter Registration Act in California [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Every vote counts in Silicon Valley, where two congressional candidates literally tied for second place

Three Democrats tied for second place in a Silicon Valley congressional race.
California's nonpartisan primary system led to a unique situation with all three candidates advancing to the November ballot. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

California could get a new city very soon. Here's what that means

Mountain House in San Joaquin County overwhelmingly voted to incorporate as a city with more than 91% in favor.
Cityhood allows for increased local control over zoning and taxation decisions and access to state and federal funding. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
US politics

A Central Valley politician was charged with voter fraud. Right-wing conspiracies took over

California's universal vote-by-mail process faces fraud risks.
Instances of election fraud in local California elections contribute to growing concerns. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US politics

Why It Takes Longer for California to Count Ballots

California's lengthy ballot counting process involves verifying mail-in ballots through multiple steps, including signature checks and rectifying discrepancies.
The state allows counting ballots that arrive late within seven days of the correct postmark date, unlike many other states that have a shorter window. [ more ]
Kqed
2 months ago
California

Proposition 1 Will Likely Succeed, Opponents Say | KQED

Proposition 1 likely to pass, allowing funds for mental health housing.
Assembly member Vince Fong leading in Kevin McCarthy replacement race. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Vince Fong moves on in California primary to replace Kevin McCarthy. Who else is close?

Vince Fong leading in California's 20th Congressional District primary
Legal challenge to Fong's candidacy by California Secretary of State [ more ]
Kqed
2 months ago
California

Many Young Voters Still Not Heading To The Polls | KQED

Low voter turnout among young people in California elections.
Federal funding for renewable energy in California Tribal communities. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

California voters can shape control of Congress

California remains a battleground for U.S. House seats despite being a Democratic stronghold.
Control of Congress in 2025 could be decided by voters in California suburbs. [ more ]
Kqed
2 months ago
California

Californians Head To Polls For Primary Election | KQED

Local and statewide races in California include the U.S. Senate seat and Proposition 1 on mental health and homelessness.
A winter storm in the Sierra region significantly increased California's snowpack, improving the state's water supply. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

'Su voto es su voz.' Latinos, how important is your vote during this year's elections?

Latino voters in California will play a crucial role in determining election outcomes.
Latino voter turnout in California, particularly in the Central Valley, is lower compared to other ethnic groups. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
5 months ago
California

California election officials say Assemblymember Vince Fong can't run for Congress in Bakersfield

California's chief elections officer has decided that Bakersfield Republican Vince Fong cannot appear on the ballot for a congressional seat because he is already running for reelection to the state Assembly.
Fong's decision to run for both offices prompted complaints from other candidates who argued it was prohibited by state law. [ more ]
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