Mayor Matt Mahan Confirms He is ‘Heavily Weighing” Governor Run
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is moving closer to announcing his intentions in the California governor’s race. The…
California insurance commissioner race draws diverse field ahead of November 2026 election
Former state Sen. Steven Bradford, who previously chaired the Senate committees on insurance, banking, and financial services, said…
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan hosts governor candidate Republican Steve Hilton as he mulls his own bid for higher office – The Mercury News
The road to the Governor’s Office continues to run through San Jose, as Mayor Matt Mahan — who…
Billionaire tax plan draws fire from California top democrats – The Mercury News
By Eliyahu Kamisher and Biz Carson, Bloomberg A proposed tax on California’s wealthiest residents is drawing opposition from…
How California governor candidates say they will tackle homelessness – East Bay Times
Homelessness — and affordability, housing availability and myriad other issues tangential to a very visible problem in California…
California’s schools are faltering — and candidates for governor disagree on why
Education is California’s largest state expense, consuming more than a third of the state budget through K-12 schools…
Federal judges allow California to use new US House map ahead of 2026 election
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A federal three-judge panel on Wednesday allowed California to use a new voter-approved U.S. House…
Cupertino considers taxes in face of mounting pressures
Cupertino City Council is considering adding a tax measure to the 2026 ballot after facing potential hikes in…
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan considers run for California governor
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, who has increasingly waded into statewide issues in recent years, is reconsidering his…
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan considers run for California governor
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, who has increasingly waded into statewide issues in recent years, is reconsidering his…
Could a sugary-drink tax fund San Jose’s parks? Voters may decide in 2026. – The Mercury News
Facing a substantial maintenance backlog and continued revenue challenges, San Jose could ask voters if they would support…
Billionaire activist Tom Steyer joins race to succeed Newsom as California governor • The Mendocino Voice
This article is part of a partnership between the Mendocino Voice and nonprofit newsroom CalMatters to bring relevant…