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Measure S: Cotati Voters Appear to Repeal Ban on Roundabouts, Traffic Circles

A ban on roundabouts and traffic circles in the small Sonoma County city of Cotati appears to be repealed as Measure S in Tuesday’s election after being approved a dozen years ago, according to the unofficial results released by the …

7 of 10 States Backed Abortion Rights. But Little to Change Yet.

Voters backed abortion rights in seven of the 10 states where the issue appeared on ballots Tuesday — at first glance, seemingly reshaping the nation's patchwork of abortion rules.

7 of 10 States Backed Abortion Rights. But Little to Change Yet.

Voters backed abortion rights in seven of the 10 states where the issue appeared on ballots Tuesday — at first glance, seemingly reshaping the nation's patchwork of abortion rules.

Marjan Philhour Leads in Race for District 1 Seat on San Francisco Board of Supervisors

Preliminary results in the race to represent District 1 on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors show longtime challenger Marjan Philhour narrowly ahead of incumbent Connie Chan on the fourth round of ranked choice voting. The race remains too close …

Why Californians Got Tougher on Crime: Bleak Downtowns and Attention-Getting Retail Thefts

Californians overwhelmingly backed Prop. 36 to lengthen criminal sentences for certain theft and drug offenses, and to direct more people to drug treatment after convictions. Voters’ views changed on public safety after the COVID-19 pandemic.

What We Know About CA Election Results So Far

Election workers process ballots at the Sacramento County elections office in Sacramento on Nov. 5, 2024. Photo by Miguel Gutierrez Jr., CalMatters

Inspector General Likely to Be Implemented in SF Controller’s Office as Prop C Poised to Pass

San Francisco’s Proposition C, which would establish an inspector general in the city controller’s office, appeared headed for approval early Wednesday, with 59.53% in favor. The yes votes had tallied 127,173 in the preliminary totals, ahead of 86,440 no votes. …

Amid Threats and Harassment, California Election Workers Persist to Protect Our Vote

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Commentary: Did You See All the Signs Opposing California's Same-Sex Marriage Measure? Neither Did I

In 2008, my Laguna Beach street was lined with signs for Proposition 8, a gay marriage ban. This year's Proposition 3 is to undo the unenforced measure.

Adam Schiff Gana Fácilmente Un Escaño en El Senado De EE.UU. En California, Un Estado Profundamente Demócrata

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Actualízate Rápidamente: Esto Es Lo Que Pasó Con Los Resultados De Las Elecciones De California Mientras Dormías

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Catch Up Quick: Here’s What Happened to California Election Results While You Were Sleeping

Against a national red wave, Californians sent a top Trump nemesis to the US Senate, and favored Democrats in House and state races. But they also toughened criminal sentences and rejected more rent control.

Trump’s White House Return Poised to Tangle Health Care Safety Net

Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs — increasing the uninsured rate, while imposing new barriers to abortion and other reproductive …

Trump’s White House Return Poised to Tangle Health Care Safety Net

Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs — increasing the uninsured rate, while imposing new barriers to abortion and other reproductive …

Final Election Night Update Shows an ‘Optimistic’ Susannah Meyer Holding Lead for Mayor

Final updates early Wednesday morning showed Susannah Meyer holding onto her lead for Brentwood mayor and Faye Maloney and Jovita Mendoza securing the two open council seats.“I’m excited and optimistic about the numbers that have come in so far,” Meyer …

San Diego Man Sentenced to Two Years for Sexually Abusing Teenager Aboard Flight

Ryan Coffey was sentenced to two years in prison, 10 years of supervised release afterward and saddled with just under $11,000 in fines and restitution for sexually molesting a 14-year-old.

Walk On, L.A.! Why You Should Absolutely Explore the City by Foot — And How to Do It

Join a walking group, visit a new neighborhood and feel the ground beneath your feet.

L.A. Walking Guides

Want to explore L.A. foot but don't know where to go? Here's our complete collection of city walking guides

Invasive Mussels Could Harm California Delta Ecosystem and Add to Water Costs

An infestation of non-native golden mussels could cause ecological harm and compromise water infrastructure in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.

L.A. Gynecologist Accused of Unwanted 'Religious Counseling' Surrenders License

A Los Angeles gynecologist agreed to surrender his medical license amid accusations of "unprofessional conduct," including asking a patient about her religious beliefs after she disclosed a previous abortion.

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