Palo Alto Weekly1h
Deep-blue California picks a new U.S. senator today. Adam Schiff is expected to win
In summary 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 ...
Palo Alto Weekly1h
10 propositions are on California’s ballot. Voters are deciding on crime, rent control and more
In summary The results of the ballot measures will steer key state policies. Several may fail, according to recent polling. California voters appear poised to grant a constitutional right to same-sex ...
Palo Alto Weekly2h
California’s path hinges on the presidential race: ‘No state has more to lose or gain’
In summary 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 ...
Palo Alto Weekly2h
California’s tough-on-crime measure has a big lead in polls. Will voters pass it today?
In summary 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.
Palo Alto Weekly1h
How big will Democrats’ supermajority be in the Legislature after tonight’s election?
In summary 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 ...
Palo Alto Weekly1h
What to watch in early CA election results
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 It’s Election Day in California! Today’s the last day to ...
Palo Alto Weekly1h
These California toss-ups may decide which party controls Congress
In summary 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. In 2020, ...
Palo Alto Weekly14h
Will Californians ease restrictions on rent control? Voters decide on Prop. 33
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Palo Alto Weekly14h
California’s representative democracy isn’t very representative of democracy
Caledon Myers is executive director of ProRep Coalition, which advocates for multiparty democracy through proportional representation. With polls showing a national election that’s closer than ever, ...
Palo Alto Weekly14h
Biggest potential impact in California’s election? Hundreds of bonds and tax measures
Click to share on X (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Last weekend’s ...
Palo Alto Weekly1d
Silicon Valley homeless residents still eligible to vote
For individuals who are homeless, many don't know they have a right to vote. And even if they do, a lack of transportation ...
Palo Alto Weekly1d
Big spenders: These companies are giving the most to California legislative candidates
In summary Independent expenditure committees have put nearly $100 million into legislative races, funding ads to support, and often attack, candidates. The outside, unlimited spending is increasing ...