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The California Legislature is poised to see more new members than at any time in the past 10 years, but the election is unlikely to lead to any major changes in the Capitol’s partisan makeup.

The results of the ballot measures will steer key state policies. Several may fail, according to recent polling.

The Burbank Democrat is poised to take the U.S. Senate seat held by Dianne Feinstein for 30 years. No Republican has won statewide in California since 2006, and Steve Garvey isn’t expected to break that losing streak.

Voters cast their ballots during early voting at a polling station in Los Angeles on Oct. 27, 2024. Photo by Qian Weizhong, VCG via Reuters

Closely contested congressional races in California could tip the balance on whether Democrats can retake control of the U.S. House. This year, it’s Republicans on defense.

Since it started as a hashtag in 2012, GivingTuesday, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, has become one of the biggest fundraising days of the year for nonprofits in the U.S.
In 2022 and 2023, GivingTuesday raised $3.1 billion for charitable organizations, …

Here are the California election results for ballot propositions, president, Congress and Legislature. They will be continually updated.

California voters will decide today whether or not to repeal a past restriction on what properties could be affected by rent control, and whether the state can dictate local rent control policy.

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State officials, business leaders and immigrant advocates are all preparing for whoever wins the presidential election. California’s response will be very different, depending on whether it’s Kamala Harris or Donald Trump.

Supporters of Prop. 36 say it would help the state address homelessness, drug addiction and retail theft. Its critics call it a return to the failed policies of the war on drugs.

In Los Angeles and beyond, research has shown that grades are generally going up even though test scores and other measures of actual learning are not.

Let's celebrate the end of the most vexing, mean-spirited presidential election in modern times. Once we have a winner, some will refuse to acknowledge it.

Election chiefs keep focus on a 'smooth' election, despite glitches and vote challenges

Most Californians are voting early by mail or drop-off, a new poll found. Two in three California voters believe Trump would not accept defeat, while nearly the same number think Harris would.

Tenants at Skid Row properties owned by a Beverly Hills developer said recent cuts in security and janitorial services has led to renewed filth and safety concerns in the buildings.

So you are doing it the old-fashioned way.... waiting to Election Day to cast your ballot. We can offer some help.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. described fluoride, which occurs naturally in all fresh water supplies, as an 'industrial waste' associated with various health risks.

In the months leading up to this week's election, some agencies that specialize in helping Americans relocate abroad have noticed a surge in interest.