MYUNG J. CHUN Los Angeles Times CANDIDATES at a forum at the California Science Center in L.A. last month. For the first time in recent history, there is no clear front-runner with less than five months before the June primary election. "This is the most ... See more
LOS ANGELES — In a state that's home to nearly 40 million people and the fourth largest economy in the world, the race for California governor has been lost in the shadow of President Donald Trump's combustible return to office and, thus far, the absence ... See more
SOME candidates said they'd work to make electric vehicles more affordable. (GENARO MOLINA Los Angeles Times) The Democrats questioned the economic impact Californians could face because of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s goal to have the state transition to zero-e... See more
Democrat-turned-Republican Gloria Romero announces run for lieutenant governor Seema Mehta Tue, January 13, 2026 at 1:35 a.m. UTC 3 min read Former State Sen. Gloria Romero is running for California lieutenant governor. (Robin Abcarian/Los Angeles Times) ... See more
Rep. Julia Brownley announces she will not seek reelection Seema Mehta Fri, January 9, 2026 at 1:42 a.m. UTC 2 min read Rep. Julia Brownley, second from left, greets volunteers before they head to Calabasas and Agoura Hills to canvass in 2022. (Seema Meht... See more
