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Why Are Some East Bay Voters Receiving 2 Election Ballots?
A June 16 special election for Congress in the 14th District was scheduled after former Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from office.

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Former Newsom Campaign Manager on the State of the Governor's Race
Former Newsom Campaign Manager on the State of the Governor's Race
Newsom Unveils Final State Budget Proposal Amid Deep Federal Spending Cuts
Newsom Unveils Final State Budget Proposal Amid Deep Federal Spending Cuts
Newsom Touts ‘Dominance’ of California in Final Budget Proposal
Newsom Touts ‘Dominance’ of California in Final Budget Proposal
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Why Are Some East Bay Voters Receiving 2 Election Ballots?

Could San Francisco Ban Smoking on Bar Patios?

Primary 2026: Monday Is Your Last Day to Register Online to Vote. What if You Miss It?

Former Newsom Campaign Manager on the State of the Governor's Race

What Is California's ‘Jungle Primary’ — and Why Does It Matter so Much for the Governor’s Race?

Newsom Unveils Final State Budget Proposal Amid Deep Federal Spending Cuts

Newsom Touts ‘Dominance’ of California in Final Budget Proposal

Former Newsom Chief of Staff Pleads Guilty to Scheme That Bled Money From Becerra’s Account

On a modern, low-slung building with no windows, a big sign reading 'GEO' hangs on an exterior wall.

California Lawmakers Raise Alarms After Private Prison Official Named Acting ICE Chief

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