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Butler announces she won’t run to retain Senate seat in 2024
Despite being vaunted into an incumbent status by Gov. Gavin Newsom, Sen. Laphonza Butler won't seek a full term in 2024.
October 19, 2023
Pascucci, LA television reporter, jumps into Calif. Senate battle
The former KTLA and Fox 11 reporter is a familiar face to Angelenos. Now, she's taking a stab at winning the Feinstein Senate seat.
October 18, 2023
After close race in 2022, Soria to face new GOP face for Assembly seat
Soria narrowly beat out Republican Mark Pazin last year. Now another Republican has entered the fold.
October 18, 2023
Ex-Fresno lawmaker Mathys takes second shot against Valadao for Congress
Rep. David Valadao, who staved off a Pelosi-financed primary challenge from Mathys, will face the conservative challenger once again.
October 17, 2023
Speaker bid by Ohio’s Jordan defeated on House floor. Here’s how Valley reps voted.
A few Republicans sought to restore the gavel to Speaker Emeritus Kevin McCarthy (R–Bakersfield).
October 17, 2023
Duarte, Valadao establish sizable cash advantage over Dem challengers
Millions of dollars continue to flow into the Central Valley's congressional races. some of which are likely to be among the most tightly-contested in the nation.
October 17, 2023
Biden to launch account on Trump’s Truth Social
The Biden campaign is dipping its toe in a social network backed by former President Donald Trump.
October 16, 2023
Bains bucks predecessor Salas, endorses Melissa Hurtado for Congress
The two Democrats based out of Bakersfield are sticking together as Hurtado tries to beat out David Valadao and Rudy Salas for Congress.
October 15, 2023
Tangipa passes the ‘Patterson test’ for Assembly
"Endorsing David Tangipa isn't just about picking a side. It's about recognizing someone who's been in the fight, who knows the ropes, and is ready to step up on day one," writes outgoing Asm. Jim Patterson (R–Fresno).
October 13, 2023
Steve Garvey, former Dodgers MVP, enters California Senate race
The 10-time All Star is running as a Republican, a challenge that will be as great as any that he faced on the baseball field.
October 10, 2023