Whats on Tuesday's ballot in California? A rundown of state, L.A. elections

This is read by an automated voice.Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.

The June 2026 election has been dominated by a down-to-the-wire governor’s race that has been filled with drama, scandal and much national attention.A large group of Democrats are vying to replace Gov.Gavin Newsom in this very blue state.

But the candidates have — until recently — struggled to generate wide excitement, and it’s far from clear who will win.On the Republican side, commentator Steve Hilton has benefited from the divided Democrats (and a Trump endorsement) to remain near the top of the pack in polls.But the governor’s race is far from the only vital decision voters will make.Los Angeles residents will vote for mayor in a race that is far from certain.

And there are numerous state, county, local and judicial candidates to choose from.Here is a breakdown: The election is Tuesday, but early voting has already been already under way.You can find your polling place here or by calling (800) 345-8683.All polling locations are open on election day from 7 a.m.

to 8 p.m.Once it’s cast, you can track your ballot here.Let’s start with the race for governor, of course.With Newsom term-limited, Democrats and Republicans are competing for California’s open gubernatorial seat in what could reshape the state’s political landscape.

Democrats went in hoping for easy sailing, but a wide field and no superstar name has left the race something of a tossup, though Xavier Becerra has been rising in recent polls.On the Republican side, Hilton continues to poll strongly.There is a possibility California could make history: The state has never has elected a woman as governor, and only once has a person of color held the office.But there are many down-ballot statewide races as well, California The wide-open race to succeed Gavin Newsom as California governor has attracted a large and diverse field of candidates.Far from boring, the contest is the most wide open in a gene...