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Voter Game Plan
Everything you need to know as you prepare to vote in California's June 2 midterm election.
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LAist is helping you cast your ballot in dozens of races in Southern California, including the always-hard-to-choose judges. Check back often — we're publishing new guides frequently.
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Your source for the top races in Orange County.
What questions do you have about this election?
You ask, and we'll answer: Whether it's about who's funding the campaigns or how to track your ballot, we're here to help you understand the 2026 election
Voting FAQs
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The deadline is May 18. But don't panic. Even if you miss that deadline, you still have options. -
Here's everything you need to know about casting your ballot in person. -
Your questions about voting by mail, answered. -
Here's why you might not see the LA City Council — or the L.A. mayor — on your ballot this election. -
What you need to know about voting if you are experiencing homelessness. -
Every ballot filed in the upcoming primary election requires a voter’s signature. Here's a look at how the process to verify them works. -
Don’t worry. They’re not for seeing your votes inside. -
Some voters have reported receiving ballots for old roommates, or got multiple ballots in the mail. Here's what to do.
Latest election news
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The California gubernatorial candidate and San Jose Mayor spoke about homelessness, taxation and more.Listen 26:04 -
The California gubernatorial candidate and former UK political advisor discussed housing, taxes and more.Listen 25:58 -
Katie Porter released an ad joking about her temper. But experts say the touchy issue reveals a double standard for women candidates. -
Union members say they’re alarmed by her connection to the group Moms for Liberty that's tried to push educational policy to the right nationwide. -
California's treasurer manages bonds, pensions, and billions in cash. These are the six people vying for the job in 2026. -
Today is the deadline for counties to send primary ballots.
About California's new congressional districts
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The ruling denies a request by California Republicans and the Trump administration for a preliminary injunction blocking the maps created by Proposition 50. -
The vote isn't certified yet, but a lot has happened since Election Day. -
Statewide turnout was 50%. It was lower in L.A. County and higher in Orange County.
More 2026 Election News
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Tom Steyer’s arguably equally famous older brother Jim is a well known force in Sacramento working on tech regulations and protecting kids online.
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The former health secretary under President Joe Biden has advocated for government-run healthcare since he was a congressman 30 years ago.
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California's second-in-command has little power beyond serving on higher ed boards. These candidates want the job anyway — and say they can lower tuition.
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As schools age, the requests for modernization funding exceed the funding available.
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Bass, who currently serves as the mayor of L.A., covered topics ranging from her homelessness approach to city infrastructure.
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Shirley Weber says accuracy matters more than speed. Her GOP challenger says the delays undermine trust. It could take a month to certify June's results.
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