Social Security and Medicare benefits will keep flowing in a government shutdown, but federal employees will be working without pay and delays likely will occur across many services.
CalMatters staff
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Controller: Republican Chen, but which Democrat?
Republican Lanhee Chen had 36% of the vote for state controller in partial returns as of early Wednesday, with three Democrats — State Board of Equalization Chairperson Malia Cohen, state Sen. Steve Glazer, Los Angeles City Controller Ron Galperin and Monterey Park City Councilmember Yvonne Yiu — trailing.
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Attorney general: Incumbent Bonta, but which Republican?
Early returns put incumbent Rob Bonta far ahead of the pack, with 56% of the vote. Vying for second place are Republican Nathan Hochman with 18% and Republican Eric Early with 16%. Sacramento District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert was trailing with 8%.
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Newsom recall basics: How to vote in California’s election
From when and how to vote to what’s on the ballot to what happens afterward, here’s an FAQ on the California election on whether to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Fact-checking Gavin Newsom’s 2021 State of the State speech
As California’s governor delivered his annual address — this time from Dodger Stadium — the CalMatters reporting team offered the following corrections, clarifications and context.
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New California laws are taking effect: Here’s what you need to know
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…