Becerra wins but faces a gauntlet of problems as California's next governor

Los Angeles Times - Nov 3, 2026

Democrats maintain a firm grip on California. But they face mounting pressure to balance the state budget, usher in more government efficiency, build homes and solve affordability, figure out wildfire liability and regulate AI.

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Sixteen candidates are vying for three seats on the board that oversees the Los Angeles Community College District, the largest in the country with some 200,000 students.

Marissa Roy surges to early lead over John McKinney in L.A. city attorney race

Nov 4, 2026

Marissa Roy surges to early lead over John McKinney in L.A. city attorney race

Marissa Roy, 34, a deputy state attorney general, has campaigned on a promise to convert the city attorney's office into a massive "public interest law firm," while her opponent, veteran L.A. prosecutor John McKinney, has pitched himself as a more traditional law-and-order candidate.

Sheriff Luna leads challenger Villanueva in early returns; Measure A ahead

Nov 4, 2026

Sheriff Luna leads challenger Villanueva in early returns; Measure A ahead

In a rematch of the 2022 race, L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna has taken an early lead over Alex Villanueva, who is seeking to reclaim the office he held for a single term. A measure to establish binding arbitration for sheriff's deputies and other public safety employees is also on the ballot.

A measure to raise L.A.'s sales tax by a half-cent for firefighters leads in early returns

Nov 4, 2026

A measure to raise L.A.'s sales tax by a half-cent for firefighters leads in early returns

If approved, Measure FD on Tuesday's ballot would raise L.A.'s sales tax by 0.5% to boost funding for the Fire Department.

Barrera leads Shaw in early returns for state superintendent's race

Nov 4, 2026

Barrera leads Shaw in early returns for state superintendent's race

Teachers union support — and a Democratic electorate — made Richard Barrera the favorite, even though Republican Sonja Shaw finished first in crowded primary.

Ugarte takes early lead for South L.A. City Council seat. San Fernando Valley race too close to call

Nov 4, 2026

Ugarte takes early lead for South L.A. City Council seat. San Fernando Valley race too close to call

Jose Ugarte led Estuardo Mazariegos in Council District 9, while Tim Gaspar and Barri Worth Girvan were nearly even, early returns show.

U.S. midterm early returns suggest young voters swinging away from Trump, GOP

Nov 4, 2026

U.S. midterm early returns suggest young voters swinging away from Trump, GOP

Democrats are looking to win majorities in the House and Senate, which would curb Trump's power after he's faced few limits from a compliant Republican-controlled Congress.

Trash truck engulfed in flames on 5 Freeway, causing lane closures, traffic nightmare

Nov 4, 2026

Trash truck engulfed in flames on 5 Freeway, causing lane closures, traffic nightmare

A trash truck traveling southbound on Interstate 5 in the San Fernando Valley caught fire on Tuesday afternoon, prompting multiple lane closures.

Final hours of 2026 midterm voting: A procrastinator's guide

Nov 4, 2026

Final hours of 2026 midterm voting: A procrastinator's guide

Is it too late to vote? What time do polls close? Where's my nearest vote center? Answering all your last-minute questions about voting.

Trash piling up in Koreatown, and residents demand change

Nov 3, 2026

Trash piling up in Koreatown, and residents demand change

Los Angeles plans to add 65 public trash cans in Koreatown after tenants raised concerns about a shortage of places to throw away trash.

D.A. sends back case against Newhall fire suspects for 'further investigation'

Nov 3, 2026

D.A. sends back case against Newhall fire suspects for 'further investigation'

The L.A. County district attorney has sent the case against four people arrested on suspicion of burning down Old Town Newhall back to sheriff's investigators.

‘Very important’ evidence in Florida plane crash found miles from site: NTSB

Nov 3, 2026

‘Very important’ evidence in Florida plane crash found miles from site: NTSB

National Transportation Safety Board member Tom Chapman said most of the left elevator — part of the tail that controls the plane's pitch — was found in three pieces.

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