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Election workers check-in voters at a vote center at the Mission Valley Library in San Diego on Nov. 5, 2024.
Adriana Heldiz
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CalMatters
We give you the rundown on some of the biggest races on the ballot and recap what's happened so far, and why these races matter.
Voters cast ballots at a polling site at Modoc Hall at the Sacramento State campus on March 5, 2024.
Miguel Gutierrez Jr.
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CalMatters

You may find differences between this guide and your official ballot. For example, you may see races that are outside your area. The can be due to the fact that ZIP codes or neighborhoods can be split into multiple districts. Please also note: This guide is not exhaustive. Notice something missing? Let us know here.

  • First, we spoke with a handful of candidates from opposite sides of the aisle who are running in the 48th Congressional District race. Also, we’ll tell you why some UCSD faculty are calling for a return of standardized testing. Next, food banks are bracing for an uptick in demand as stricter federal food assistance rules go into effect today. Then, we spoke with a local author who is releasing a book on Punjabi history and traditions in the U.S. And, one local independent book store may be forced to relocate after multiple rent hikes.
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