Voter GuideEverything to know about the California 2026 primaryHere’s the slate of races, candidates and endorsements important to Central Valley voters for the June 2 election.Updated May 7, 2026 at 4:09 PM
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OpinionWe endorse an underdog for California’s 22nd Congressional District | OpinionUpdated June 5, 2026 at 1:47 PM
EditorialsThe lieutenant governor is more than a backup. Here’s the best person for the job | OpinionUpdated June 5, 2026 at 1:11 PM
OpinionMcClatchy endorses the Republican in California’s state controller primary | OpinionUpdated June 5, 2026 at 10:11 AM
OpinionMcClatchy Media endorses a proven leader for California secretary of state | OpinionUpdated June 5, 2026 at 10:08 AM
OpinionRead The Bee endorsement for the Board of Equalization’s District 1 | OpinionUpdated June 5, 2026 at 10:06 AM
OpinionRead McClatchy Media’s endorsement for California’s state superintendent | OpinionUpdated June 5, 2026 at 10:03 AM
OpinionRead McClatchy Media’s endorsement for California’s insurance commissioner | OpinionUpdated June 4, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Election RecommendationsWe’re endorsing an underdog for California governor. Why she should get your voteUpdated June 3, 2026 at 10:34 AM
Election RecommendationsENDORSE: Fresno City Council District 5; let’s see what he can doUpdated May 7, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Election RecommendationsENDORSE: Fresno City Council District 7, we’re going to let the voters tell us on this oneUpdated May 7, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Election RecommendationsENDORSE: Fresno City Council District 1; a fresh face with some key experienceUpdated May 7, 2026 at 12:22 PM
Election RecommendationsENDORSE: Fresno City Council District 3, bringing state experience to the local levelUpdated May 7, 2026 at 11:37 AM
OpinionIn the election for state treasurer, McClatchy endorses a Sacramento leader | OpinionUpdated May 2, 2026 at 6:05 PM
OpinionIn the California attorney general election, only one candidate is qualified | OpinionUpdated May 2, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Election RecommendationsThe Central Valley needs a strong leader in Congress. Here’s our recommendation | OpinionMay 1, 2026 at 9:37 AM
OpinionHere is how McClatchy California opinion journalists voted on Prop. 50 | OpinionUpdated October 19, 2025 at 6:20 PM
OpinionOur endorsement on California’s Prop. 50 — and a nation polarized by Trump | OpinionUpdated October 2, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Election RecommendationsShould local politicians control your rent? It’s Prop. 33’s question for California | OpinionUpdated December 30, 2024 at 8:38 AM
Election RecommendationsCalifornia’s Prop. 5 would lower local property tax approvals to 55%. Is that fair? | OpinionUpdated December 23, 2024 at 10:23 AM
Election RecommendationsCalifornia’s Prop. 4 tries to meet many resource needs. Is it worth $10 billion? | OpinionUpdated December 16, 2024 at 8:39 AM
EditorialsPressed for time but want to vote smart? Here’s The Bee’s endorsement roundup | OpinionUpdated October 25, 2024 at 9:53 AM
Election RecommendationsHere is The Bee Editorial Board’s endorsement for Fresno’s District 6 council seat | OpinionUpdated October 22, 2024 at 9:48 AM
Election RecommendationsSacramento Bee election endorsements for all 10 California propositions on the ballot | OpinionUpdated October 21, 2024 at 8:54 AM
Voter GuideProp. 36 taps into California voter anger over crime. But is it a terrible idea? | Opinion Updated October 17, 2024 at 2:44 PM
