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Palm Springs Desert Sun
How to vote in Riverside County, by mail ballot or in person
Riverside County has begun mailing more than 1.4 million ballots to registered voters. Here's how to get them back in time, plus your other options.
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Ventura County Star, Camarillo
Voting starts in Ventura County. How to register, where to vote
Early voting for the midterm election started in Ventura County on Oct. 5. Here's what to know, how to track your ballot, more.
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Stockton Record
Stockton voter guide: Key San Joaquin County candidates, issues in 2026
Voters in San Joaquin County will help decide local, state and federal races in November, including the Stockton City Council, governor and more. Here’s a rundown of key races.
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Palm Springs Desert Sun
California mail ballot journey from the mailbox to the final count
Follow one California mail ballot from the mailbox through counting day.
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Palm Springs Desert Sun
Newsom orders threat monitoring over Trump's Iran remarks
Newsom ordered threat monitoring after Trump drew criticism for remarks suggesting Iran could "take out" U.S. cities, including Los Angeles and San Diego.
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Capitol Current
What the Governor of California Can Do About Congressional Maps
Explaining the California governor's actual, and limited, power in the process of drawing congressional district maps after citizen-led reforms.
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Stockton Record
San Joaquin County dates, deadlines for Nov. 3 election
Here are key dates, deadlines for San Joaquin County voters to know for the General Election on Nov. 3.
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Ventura County Star, Camarillo
Billionaire tax explained: What you need to know about Proposition 40
Proposition 40, also known as the billionaire tax, is the most contentious fight on Californians’ ballots this November. Here's what to know.
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Capitol Current
Who Runs Elections in California?
A clear breakdown of how California's elections are managed, from the statewide leadership of the Secretary of State to local county officials.
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Reuters
California governor condemns Trump's 'let 'em take Los Angeles' comments
By Steve Gorman LOS ANGELES, Oct 5 (Reuters) - California Governor Gavin Newsom has lashed out at President Donald Trump for remarks to a crowd of his supporters in Nebraska's farm belt suggesting that Iran could "take out" a major US city like Los Angeles or San Diego.
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USA Today
Here's what would change in LA if you vote ‘yes’ for these measures
Los Angeles will decide whether to generate more money for its fire department, whether to impose a tax exemption and other local issues in November.
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USA Today
In California, Democrats must do more than blame Trump | Opinion
Xavier Becerra should offer more of a vision for people who are struggling in California.
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