See live Sacramento area election results for the 2026 California primary

California voters in the Sacramento area are deciding on a host of key contests in the June 2 primary election, including races for governor and Congress.

• Jun 3

California primary results for key races including governor, LA mayor

The races for governor and Los Angeles mayor are among the most closely watched contests yet to be decided in California's primary elections.

• Jun 5

Democrats Kim, Allen advance in California's insurance commissioner election, AP projects

Former San Francisco Supervisor Jane Kim and State Sen. Ben Allen, both Democrats, have advanced in the primary election for California's insurance commissioner race, the Associated Press projects.

• Jun 9

6 states hold primaries today, including key races in California, Iowa

Six states are holding primary contests on Tuesday, including California and Iowa.

• Jun 2

Becerra overtakes Hilton in California governor's race as Steyer faces narrowing path

Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer emerged as the leading contenders to advance to November's general election as vote counting continues.

• Jun 5

Here's when polls open and close in California on Election Day

Polling places across California open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. on Election Day.

• Jun 2

Late California ballots could reshape primary results in closely watched governor's race

California's governor's race is tightening as many Democratic voters appear to be waiting until the final hours to cast their ballots.

• Jun 1

New CalFresh rules requiring many to work to receive food benefits go into effect Monday

On Monday, new rules kick in that require many who apply for government food assistance to be working.

• May 31

San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters prepares for primary with election night staff training

With Election Day approaching, the San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters is making final preparations to ensure a smooth tabulation process come Tuesday.

• May 31

Trump directs CDC to align with assessment calling for fewer childhood vaccines

Earlier this year, the CDC announced updated recommendations that would reduce the number of recommended immunizations for children from 17 to 11.

• May 29

DOJ probing outside funding E. Jean Carroll received for Trump civil lawsuits

DOJ is probing a nonprofit run by billionaire Reid Hoffman that funded a portion of E. Jean Carroll's civil litigation against President Trump, several sources said.

• May 28

Many artists drop out of Freedom 250 concerts shortly after lineup announced

President Trump said he is considering replacing the Freedom 250 concert series with a rally after many artists dropped out.

• Jun 1

California Assembly approves bill cracking down on restaurant reservation black market

The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.

• May 28

Newsom signs bill restricting law enforcement access to California ballots

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation Wednesday aimed at tightening California's election security rules ahead of the June 2 statewide primary.

• May 27

Jill Biden: "I was frightened" by 2024 debate, thought husband was having a stroke

Former first lady Jill Biden said she thought her husband, Joe Biden, was having a stroke during the 2024 debate against Donald Trump.

• May 27

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