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East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 hours ago

Tired of frivolous' landmark attempts, Berkeley council members want to raise bar for petitions

Berkeley City Council is considering raising the petition signature threshold for landmark designation to address concerns over blocking housing development.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
42 minutes ago

No One Likes Tom Steyer!' Fox's Brian Kilmeade Suggests Republicans Might Pull Off Inside Straight in California

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race may unexpectedly benefit Republicans amid serious allegations against him.
Education
fromABC30 Fresno
4 hours ago

Los Angeles schools avoid a strike as a last-minute deal is reached with staff

Los Angeles schools avoided a strike by reaching a tentative agreement with support staff, ensuring schools remained open for 400,000 students.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
10 hours ago

In L.A. County, many homeless people enter shelters, only to end up back on the streets

Many homeless individuals are evicted from interim housing despite significant taxpayer investment in shelter programs.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago

Virginia joins a national effort to ensure only popular vote winners become president

Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Compact, increasing the total to 18 states and 222 electoral votes, aiming for a nationwide popular vote system.
#california-governor-race
fromFortune
1 day ago
SF politics

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race creates uncertainty as rivals vie for his supporters amid serious allegations against him.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago
California

GOP's best shot at California governor's office in decades mired in angry internal debate

The California Republican gubernatorial race has intensified with fierce competition between candidates Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco ahead of the 2026 election.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Is Matt Mahan's campaign for California governor losing steam? - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan faces challenges in the California governor's race, including low polling, internal tensions, and a controversial fundraising strategy.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Swalwell Implosion Creates Whole New Race for California Governor

Eric Swalwell's campaign collapse due to misconduct allegations has reshaped California's gubernatorial race, opening opportunities for other candidates.
SF politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race creates uncertainty as rivals vie for his supporters amid serious allegations against him.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

GOP's best shot at California governor's office in decades mired in angry internal debate

The California Republican gubernatorial race has intensified with fierce competition between candidates Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco ahead of the 2026 election.
#havering
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

Reform UK seeks breakthrough in fragmented Havering Council

Havering's political landscape is complex, with no single party in control and ongoing financial challenges.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

Reform UK seeks breakthrough in fragmented Havering Council

Havering's political landscape is complex, with no single party in control and ongoing financial challenges.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

What you need to know as Hillingdon heads into local elections

Hillingdon is the second-largest and one of the greenest boroughs in Greater London, with a rich history and diverse demographics.
#eric-swalwell
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Abuse allegations against lead Democrat shake race for California governor

Sexual assault allegations against Eric Swalwell prompt calls for his resignation and have significantly impacted his gubernatorial campaign.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Fighting assault allegations, Rep. Swalwell suspends his bid for California governor

Eric Swalwell suspends his California gubernatorial campaign amid false sexual assault allegations from four women, vowing to fight the claims outside of his campaign.
#los-angeles
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
Los Angeles
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Shocking poll says half of Angelenos want a democratic socialist for mayor: 'Holy Zohran Mamdani'

Almost half of Los Angeles voters prefer a democratic socialist candidate for mayor, according to a recent poll.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
Los Angeles
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Shocking poll says half of Angelenos want a democratic socialist for mayor: 'Holy Zohran Mamdani'

Almost half of Los Angeles voters prefer a democratic socialist candidate for mayor, according to a recent poll.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
1 day ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Carmen De La Rosa

Carmen De La Rosa focuses on housing, technology access, and senior support in her role as a New York City Council Member.
Media industry
fromUSA TODAY
1 day ago

Democrats won't win elections from the For You page | Opinion

Democratic candidates must enhance their social media strategies and focus on effective messaging to compete with Republicans.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

District 8 Supervisor Race Calls for Leadership Grounded in Public Service - San Francisco Bay Times

Leadership in District 8 focuses on community connection, housing stability, and public safety to improve lives and honor the legacy of queer life.
fromBleacher Nation
3 days ago

Can I Bet Politics on DraftKings and FanDuel in 2026? - Bleacher Nation

In the United States, you generally cannot place a real-money bet on an election using the standard DraftKings or FanDuel Sportsbook apps due to strict regulations.
Chicago Cubs
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
5 days ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Opinion: How to convince voters to raise taxes? Cry wolf

Bay Area leaders are using fear tactics to push for a half-cent sales tax increase for mass transit, framing it as a citizen initiative.
#san-francisco
SF politics
fromMission Local
7 hours ago

Two S.F. billionaires spent $1.5M against Daniel Lurie. Now they're spending millions for him.

Two billionaires are now supporting Mayor Lurie's agenda after previously opposing him, pledging over $4 million for his electoral priorities.
Mission District
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

Why I'm Running for District 8 Supervisor - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco fosters community and resilience, providing support for individuals seeking new beginnings and collective strength to overcome challenges.
California
fromsfist.com
21 hours ago

More People Filmed Paying For Forged Signatures on Pro-Billionaire Petitions in SF

Individuals are illegally paying for forged signatures on petitions related to the Billionaire Tax initiative in California.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

San Pedro residents fight plans to put an addiction recovery center in their neighborhood

Residents support sobriety treatment but oppose a proposed recovery facility in San Pedro due to its proximity to schools and past negative experiences.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Local elections profile: Hammersmith and Fulham

Hammersmith and Fulham is a vibrant west London borough known for its restaurants, parks, and three professional football clubs.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

At L.A. 'shadow hearing' on elections, House Democrats join experts to defend voting systems

House Democrats express confidence in voting systems, rejecting Trump administration's fraud claims and opposing voter ID laws that could disenfranchise millions.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Karen Bass seeks City Council approval for $360-million affordable housing, using 'mansion tax' funding

Los Angeles plans to allocate over $360 million for affordable housing projects, funding 80 initiatives to create and repair over 4,000 housing units.
#los-angeles-unified-school-district
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
10 hours ago

LAUSD strike is off, schools open Tuesday as tentative deals reached with all unions

Tentative agreements reached with L.A. Unified School District unions avert a strike, ensuring schools remain open and employees receive pay raises.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

LAUSD strike still on for Tuesday despite tentative agreements with two of three unions

Uncertainty looms over Los Angeles Unified School District as unions negotiate, affecting 390,000 students and 70,000 workers.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
10 hours ago

LAUSD strike is off, schools open Tuesday as tentative deals reached with all unions

Tentative agreements reached with L.A. Unified School District unions avert a strike, ensuring schools remain open and employees receive pay raises.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

LAUSD strike still on for Tuesday despite tentative agreements with two of three unions

Uncertainty looms over Los Angeles Unified School District as unions negotiate, affecting 390,000 students and 70,000 workers.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

In L.A. mayor's race, controversial poll shows Nithya Raman ahead of Karen Bass

Nithya Raman had a commanding lead in a field of five major candidates, with 33% of voters supporting her, while Bass trailed at 17%. Other polls have shown Bass in first place.
Los Angeles
California
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Saturday Links: Pelosi, Other Leaders Call For Swalwell to Withdraw From Governor's Race

Police shot Joaquin Anthony Pereyra, a schizophrenic man, after he refused to drop a pellet gun mistaken for a real firearm.
#california
fromKqed
1 week ago
US Elections

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Voters Largely Disinterested In Governor's Race

California governor's race faces low awareness and canceled debate, impacting Democrats, while a ransomware attack and high gas prices add to local concerns.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Newsom reluctant to endorse a successor, break gridlock in governor's race

California Democrats risk losing the gubernatorial election due to too many candidates splitting votes and no clear front-runner.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

California election experts sound alarm as rejected ballots quadruple

California's mail-in ballots faced significant delays, with late arrivals increasing fourfold compared to the previous election, impacting vote counting.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters believe democracy is under attack, with strong support for a state Voting Rights Act following recent Supreme Court decisions.
US Elections
fromKqed
1 week ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
US Elections
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

A messy California governor's race raises Democratic fears of potential loss

Democrats in California face unprecedented uncertainty in the gubernatorial race, risking their long-held control amid voter dissatisfaction.
California
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Voters Largely Disinterested In Governor's Race

California governor's race faces low awareness and canceled debate, impacting Democrats, while a ransomware attack and high gas prices add to local concerns.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Newsom reluctant to endorse a successor, break gridlock in governor's race

California Democrats risk losing the gubernatorial election due to too many candidates splitting votes and no clear front-runner.
#california-politics
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago
SF politics

'Revolution' or 'chaos': The massive stakes if a Republican becomes California governor

Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco represent contrasting Republican approaches in California's gubernatorial race, with potential for significant political change.
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago
SF politics

Donald Trump Just Gave California Democrats a Big, Fat Gift

California Democrats face a dilemma with multiple candidates diluting their vote, risking a Republican lockout in the primary.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
20 hours ago

Swalwell supporters scramble after he drops out of governor's race. Who will benefit?

Democratic leaders are seeking a new frontrunner after Eric Swalwell's resignation amid serious allegations.
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Chakrabarti's new poll puts him closer to Wiener heading into June primary

Saikat Chakrabarti is trailing Scott Wiener by five points in a poll for California's 11th congressional district primary.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

'Revolution' or 'chaos': The massive stakes if a Republican becomes California governor

Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco represent contrasting Republican approaches in California's gubernatorial race, with potential for significant political change.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

Donald Trump Just Gave California Democrats a Big, Fat Gift

California Democrats face a dilemma with multiple candidates diluting their vote, risking a Republican lockout in the primary.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
Education
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Meet the S.F. School Board Candidates: What is your #1 priority?

The San Francisco School Board election features incumbent Phil Kim facing challengers Virginia Cheung and Brandee Marckmann after a significant teachers' strike.
#hackney
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Hackney mayoral race sees Greens take on Labour

Hackney's mayoral election features Labour's Caroline Woodley and Green's Zoe Garbett, focusing on housing and cost of living concerns.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Hackney mayoral race sees Greens take on Labour

Hackney's mayoral election features Labour's Caroline Woodley and Green's Zoe Garbett, focusing on housing and cost of living concerns.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

He was busted for gun possession. Now he's running for L.A. City Council

Estuardo Mazariegos believes his past gun conviction enhances his candidacy for Los Angeles City Council, connecting him with justice-impacted community members.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
6 days ago

Here's a Look at the Tax Payments and Reported Incomes of Top Governor Candidates

Tom Steyer reported a total income of $39 million in 2024, surpassing all his major opponents combined.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 weeks ago

LA mayoral debate offers patchy view of candidate field, clash on Measure ULA

The absence of key candidates highlighted the competitive nature of the Los Angeles mayoral race during the first debate.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
22 hours ago

Fraud allegations, fires, federal cuts: What's in L.A. County's $48.8-billion budget plan

L.A. County allocates $2.7 million to investigate fraud in sex abuse lawsuits amid rising claims and federal funding cuts.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California Republicans rejoice over Swalwell scandal, but split on best GOP candidate for governor

California Republican party delegates did not endorse a candidate for governor as neither top candidate received 60% support.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
#swalwell
SF politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor amid misconduct allegations

Swalwell suspends his campaign for Governor, citing past mistakes and false allegations.
SF politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales set to face expulsion votes over misconduct allegations

Swalwell faces pressure to withdraw from the California governor race amid sexual assault allegations, which he vehemently denies.
SF politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor amid misconduct allegations

Swalwell suspends his campaign for Governor, citing past mistakes and false allegations.
SF politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales set to face expulsion votes over misconduct allegations

Swalwell faces pressure to withdraw from the California governor race amid sexual assault allegations, which he vehemently denies.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Anna Paulina Luna Makes Case For Kicking Eric Swalwell Out of Congress: Wouldn't Recommend' Democrats Protect This Kind of Garbage'

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna calls for the expulsion of Rep. Eric Swalwell over sexual misconduct allegations from former staffers.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Here's the final list of candidates for L.A. city elections

Fourteen Angelenos have qualified to run for mayor, including incumbent Karen Bass, City Councilmember Nithya Raman and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt. Seven City Council incumbents face at least one challenger, while Councilmember Monica Rodriguez is running unopposed to represent her northeast San Fernando Valley district.
Los Angeles
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Man speaking against data center arrested at Imperial County board meeting as tensions flare nationwide

High-tech data center controversy leads to arrest of a protester at a county meeting in Imperial County.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Commentary: California can have both easy voting and quicker election results. Here's how.

California's prolonged election ballot counting process, while promoting voter participation, has led to unfounded claims of fraud and diminished trust in democracy.
Real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Who is real estate supporting in LA's mayoral race?

Real estate industry prefers incumbent Mayor Karen Bass over challenger Nithya Raman due to Raman's support for mansion taxes, rent control restrictions, and development regulations that disadvantage developers.
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Health care sales tax campaign under investigation

The FPPC wants to know if county government funds were used on Measure A campaign mailers, following complaints from the Silicon Valley Taxpayers Association and Libertarian Party of Santa Clara County.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Most L.A. voters undecided about mayor's race, with support for Bass at 20%, poll finds

This is a wide open race. The general narrative [of the poll] is that the mayor is not popular for somebody going into reelection, but the majority of people have not made up their mind whether they'll come back to her or go to someone else.
Los Angeles
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Here's who filed to run for L.A. city elections

Multiple candidates filed for Los Angeles mayor, city attorney, city controller, eight City Council seats and two L.A. Unified board seats; signatures due March 4; primary June 2.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: A political earthquake in mayor's race makes election a referendum on L.A.'s future

I had to set fire to my scorecard, and to the column I had just drafted, which touched on all the expected big-name challengers who had bowed out of the mayoral race in the past several days: L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, billionaire businessman Rick Caruso (who forced a runoff with Bass the last time around), and former L.A. Unified schools chief Austin Beutner.
US politics
SF politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Obama urged Newsom on California's Prop 50 redistricting push

Obama's support for Prop 50 marks a shift towards a more confrontational Democratic strategy in response to Republican tactics.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The next Mamdani? Progressive Nithya Raman shakes up LA mayor's race

Nithya Raman launched a surprise last-minute mayoral bid in Los Angeles, reshaping the race and breaking with Mayor Karen Bass after previously endorsing her.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

Which way for Measure ULA?

Measure ULA reform remains unresolved, creating uncertainty for large real estate transactions while Downtown Los Angeles shows both revitalization and decimation claims.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

L.A. City Council should expand to 25 members, charter reform commission says

Los Angeles City Council should expand from 15 to 25 seats to improve representation for smaller ethnic groups and reflect current population of 3.9 million residents.
California
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Republican initiative for voter ID in California gathers enough support for ballot measure

California Republicans gathered 1.3 million signatures to place a voter identification requirement measure on the November ballot, exceeding the 874,641 signatures needed under state law.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie pushes charter reform ballot measures

Mayor Lurie proposes three charter amendments to modernize San Francisco's government structure, expand mayoral authority, streamline contracting, and reduce ballot measure complexity.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Mayor Lurie, Sup. Mandelman Introduce Ballot Measures Aimed at Reforming City Charter

San Francisco Mayor Lurie and Board President Mandelman propose three charter reforms for November 2026 that would tighten ballot initiatives, expand mayoral authority, and overhaul contracting rules, facing labor opposition over concentrated power concerns.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Mayor Lurie and Supervisor Mandelman Introduce Ballot Measures to (Of Course) Give Lurie More Power

The three charter reform measures Lurie and Mandelman have proposed are 1) giving the mayor powers currently held by independent City Hall commissions, 2) making it harder to put ballot measures on San Francisco election ballots, and 3) making the City Administrator's term ten years instead of five years, and giving the Administrator more authority over contracts.
SF politics
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Democrats fear being locked out of the November governor's race. Could it lead to changes in California's top-two primary system?

California's top-two primary system risks shutting out Democrats from the gubernatorial general election if the party vote splits among eight candidates, potentially allowing two Republicans to advance.
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