Election 2024
We fact-checked the ads about Proposition 33, California’s rent control ballot measure.
The Yes and No on 33 campaigns have collectively spent more than $140 million. CalMatters fact checked some of the more pervasive claims made by both sides.
Outside groups are spending millions in California’s swing U.S. House races. Will it make a difference?
Campaigns in California’s hottest congressional races are being boosted by outside groups. That money is on top of fundraising by the candidates, where Democrats are besting Republicans.
No one is fighting a proposition to ban forced labor in California prisons. Why it could still fail
Supporters of a proposition to ban forced labor in California prisons believe they have a strong message centered on rehabilitation. But as Election Day nears, polls show it's a toss-up or trailing.
Los Angeles County’s progress against homelessness faces a major test on the ballot
With Measure A, Los Angeles County voters will have a chance to express their view of the progress being made on homelessness and elected leaders like Mayor Karen Bass who have made it a defining issue.
Harris vs. Trump competition tests California’s image among swing state voters
Former President Donald Trump is hoping that bashing California for its sins will help him win swing state voters who hold dark thoughts about this state.
California ballot measure promises ‘mass treatment’ for drug crimes. Can counties provide it?
Prop. 36 pledges to send more people convicted of drug possession to treatment instead of prison. Behavioral health directors say that's easier said than done with workforce shortages across the state.