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Southern California Elections Officials Prepare for 2026 Midterms

Contingency plans made amid concerns over potential federal interference at voting locations

California Insurance Commissioner Candidate Forum

Candidates discuss key issues affecting Californians, including consumer protection, climate risk, and insurance affordability.

LA City Attorney Candidate Marissa Roy Tied to Controversial 100-Day Misdemeanor Freeze

Roy previously discussed a proposal to temporarily halt new misdemeanor charges, raising concerns about public safety

Former LA Mayor Villaraigosa Announces 2026 California Governor Run

Experienced 'problem-solver' touts public safety, housing, and affordability as key priorities.

Maxine Waters Faces Primary Challenge from Younger Democrat

Myla Rahman, a 34-year-old nonprofit executive, is aiming to unseat the 87-year-old congresswoman who has held the seat for 35 years.

LA Mayor Faces Challenge from the Left

City Councilwoman Nithya Raman declares candidacy, posing threat to Mayor Karen Bass's re-election

Reality TV Star Spencer Pratt Releases Tell-All Memoir Ahead of L.A. Mayoral Run

Pratt's book 'The Guy You Loved to Hate' offers a candid look at his infamous career and personal life, but may not win him many votes.

Crowded Democratic Field in California Governor's Race Raises GOP Hopes

A large number of Democratic candidates could split the vote and allow two Republicans to advance to the general election.

Crowded Democratic Field in California Governor's Race Raises GOP Hopes

With many Democrats vying for the open seat, there are concerns the party could split its vote and allow two Republicans to advance to the general election.

Raman Joins Crowded Field to Challenge Bass for LA Mayor

Incumbent Karen Bass faces surprise challenge from progressive Councilmember Nithya Raman in 2026 race

Maxine Waters Faces Formidable Primary Challenger in Myla Rahman

After decades of landslide victories, the 87-year-old California congresswoman is being challenged by a 53-year-old nonprofit executive

Filing Period Begins for June Election in LA County

Candidates can now file for state, federal, and most county offices on the June 2 primary ballot.

Candidates Debate for California Governor's Seat at Bayview Opera House

Seven candidates vying for California's top job faced off in a debate hosted by the Black Action Alliance in San Francisco's historic Bayview neighborhood.

LA County election filing opens with high-stakes sheriff rematch

Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva challenges incumbent Robert Luna in a closely watched race

Karen Bass Faces Surprise Left-Wing Challenge in LA Mayor Race

City Council member Nithya Raman enters race, turning primary into "progressive purity contest"

California Exodus Transforms Arizona Politics

Migration from California fuels political shifts in neighboring states

Cheeky law firm offers to help Native American tribe evict Billie Eilish from their land after smug Grammys rant

Los Angeles-based Sinai Law Firm responds to singer's claim that 'no one is illegal on stolen land'

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