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Billionaire Steyer Outspends Rivals in California Governor's Race

Steyer's ad blitz dwarfs other campaigns, raising questions about the role of money in elections.

Billionaire Steyer Dominates Spending in California Governor's Race

Steyer's personal fortune fuels massive ad blitz, but it's unclear if the spending is translating to votes

Billionaire Steyer Spends Millions to Dominate California Governor's Race

Steyer's massive ad buys dwarf spending by other candidates in wide-open contest.

Billionaire Tom Steyer's spending spree dominates California governor's race

Steyer's massive ad buys dwarf rival campaigns as he seeks to win the Democratic nomination

Billionaire Steyer's spending dwarfs rivals in California governor race

Hedge fund manager-turned-activist is using personal fortune to dominate airwaves

California Governor's Race Plagued by Flawed Democratic Candidates

With no clear frontrunner, a Republican upset could be in the making

Trump-Backed Voting Act Could Disproportionately Impact Women, Minorities

Proposed 'SAVE America Act' would require proof of citizenship to register and ID to vote, creating barriers for marginalized groups

Majority of L.A. Residents Dissatisfied as Mayoral Election Nears

UCLA study shows historic low in quality of life ratings amid challenges like wildfires and immigration fears

Reality TV Star Spencer Pratt Surges Into Third Place In L.A. Mayor's Race

New poll shows Pratt gaining ground as a Republican challenger to incumbent Mayor Karen Bass

Riverside County Sheriff Runs for California Governor

Chad Bianco criticizes state leadership and mayors for failing to address homelessness and other issues

Key Takeaways from Latest CA Governor Polling: Steyer and Becerra Gaining Steam

Swalwell's exit reshuffles the Democratic field as Hilton and Bianco maintain Republican lead.

California Education Chief Tony Thurmond Vows to Abolish ICE

Thurmond, running for governor, says it's time to rework the immigration agency and focus on border control.

Westside Showdown: Park and Malik Battle for LA Council Power

Incumbent Traci Park faces off against civil rights attorney Faizah Malik in high-stakes LA City Council District 11 primary

Incumbent Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang Endorsed for Re-Election

Prang praised for modernizing the assessor's office and managing property valuations during natural disasters

Trump Criticizes Fox News for Featuring Steyer Instead of Republican Candidates

The former president took aim at the network for discussing the Democratic gubernatorial candidate in California.

Incumbent Faces Young Green Party Challenger in LA City Council District 15 Race

The oddly shaped 15th Council District includes the Port of Los Angeles, Wilmington, San Pedro, and Watts.

Retired LASD Boss Brendan Corbett Jumps Into Packed L.A. Sheriff Race

Corbett promises to rebuild reserves, refocus patrol, and expand custody-release programs.

Former LA Mayor Villaraigosa Runs for California Governor

Villaraigosa vows one-term pledge after Swalwell exits race amid misconduct claims

Swalwell's Exit from California Governor's Race Leaves Democratic Field in Disarray

The Democratic race for governor remains a toss-up, with Tom Steyer and Katie Porter most likely to benefit from Swalwell's withdrawal.

Blue Wave California Hosts Major Concert Fundraiser for 2026 Midterms

Event to feature performances by Rufus Wainwright, Lisa Loeb, and more to support key congressional races

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