Here’s how the Bay Area voted in California's primary for governor

Three candidates for California governor have emerged with clear leads after Tuesday's election, and the returns paint a picture of how Bay Area counties voted.

 California primary election results: what to know
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California election results, governor and key 2026 races. Melinda Jackson, political science professor, at San Jose State University, gives insight.

California midterm primaries
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California voters are making major decisions today, from choosing who advances in the race for governor to narrowing crowded congressional contests. Under the state’s top-two primary system, the leading candidates move on to November, regardless of party. Andres Quintero, political science professor at Evergreen Valley College, gives insight.

California Post expands north
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The California Post is expanding its print distribution to reach thousands of new readers across northern California. The publication already has reporters covering local news, sports, technology, and politics, with plans for even more regionally focused content. Nick Papps, editor-in-chief of The California Post, gives insight.

California governor's race tightens as primary day approaches

KTVU spoke with San Francisco Chronicle senior political writer and columnist, Joe Garofoli about the California Governor's race and the primary race for former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat in San Francisco.

UC Berkeley poll: Becerra leads, Hilton 2nd, Steyer 3rd

With just days left for California voters to cast their ballots in the primary election, a newly released poll offers a fresh glimpse into the race for the state's next governor. The June 2 election will not only decide a number of local races and measures, but will also determine which top two candidates advance to the general election in November.

Redistricting battles and primary fights reshape political landscape ahead of midterms

Court-ordered redistricting and high-profile primary races are reshuffling the political landscape across the country, with potential consequences for both parties heading into the midterm elections.

California governor candidates gang up on Democratic frontrunner Becerra

When you're leading the polls, everyone takes their shots. Xavier Becerra found that out Thursday night as six gubernatorial rivals ganged up on him in the final debate before California's primary — attacking everything from his ethics to his ideas to his choice of political consultants.

Xavier Becerra surges to lead California gubernatorial race in new poll

Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra has taken the lead in the California gubernatorial primary, according to a new Emerson College Polling survey.

When is California's primary election? Everything voters need to know

Registered voters in California are beginning to receive their ballots for the June 2 primary election, but even so, many people might have questions. Here's what to know.

LA County Sheriff Election: Meet the 8 certified candidates in the June 2 primary

A comprehensive guide to the 2026 Los Angeles County Sheriff primary election, featuring candidate platforms on deputy gangs, staffing, and jail reform.

District 14 congressional race: Who's running to replace Rep. Eric Swalwell?

California's primary election will be held on June 2 – but voters in parts of Alameda County could cast their ballots as many as four times to fill the U.S. House District 14 seat filled by former Rep. Eric Swalwell.

California proposes new licensing path to recruit doctors from Mexico

Assembly Bill 2386 aims to solve the physician shortage by allowing doctors from Mexico to practice in California under provisional licenses.

Anti-ICE signs popping up on public places in Los Angeles

Los Angeles city leaders have installed more than 450 signs declaring public property off-limits for federal immigration enforcement, citing Executive Directive 17.

Iran war, redistricting, and California voter apathy: What's at stake before the midterms

With the midterm elections just months away, a confluence of crises — a stalled war with Iran, a landmark Supreme Court ruling on voting rights, and an uninspiring California governor's race — is setting up what one political historian calls a genuinely dangerous political moment for Republicans.

Voter Apathy: new study lists reasons as June 2 primary nears

A new study seeks to uncover the reasons behind voter apathy, as early voting is set to begin within days for the June 2 California primary.