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Long Beach, LA County voters say yes to local tax measures
A sales tax to fund homeless services, a tax on power plants to shore up Long Beach’s budget and a school bond measure that raises property taxes all held strong leads in early returns.
Long Beach election results
Voters swung tougher on crime and favored local tax measures to support homeless services and the city budget.
Daryl Supernaw wins another term on City Council, once again defeating Herlinda Chico
The incumbent cruised to a comfortable victory Tuesday night after the electoral rematch.
With Prop. 36 passing, Long Beach’s city prosecutor sees an opportunity for treatment, not jail
City Prosecutor Doug Haubert has emphasized diverting people away from jail; he says a tough-on-crime proposition will actually help him do that.
City Council race
4th District City Council: A rematch between 2 well-established Long Beach politicians
Daryl Supernaw upended the political paradigm when he beat Herlinda Chico in 2015. They’re going head-to-head once again.
COMPARE YOUR CANDIDATES: We asked the City Council District 4 candidates a series of questions before the March primary. Read on to compare their platforms and views — in their own words.
Local ballot measures
Measure A: L.A. County’s long-term plan to fund homeless services
Measure LB: Ending a tax exemption for two local power plants
Measure JB: Overhauling the city of Long Beach’s hiring system
Measure AC: A $990 million bond measure for renovations at Long Beach City College
L.A. County government
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Statewide races
There are 10 statewide measures on the ballot this year, encompassing everything from borrowing $10 billion for school construction to increasing criminal penalties on repeat drug and theft offenders. Our friends at CalMatters have a comprehensive voter guide for each one.
Latest election news
Even in deep blue Long Beach, there was rising support for Trump
Local voters were more likely to break for Trump this year than in 2016 or 2020. It may point to a dissatisfaction with the region’s direction.
Return of the Resistance State: What another Trump presidency will mean for California
Expect four more years of combative showdowns between California’s Democratic leadership and a second Trump White House.
What will voters say about homelessness, taxes and crime? The Long Beach races we’ll be watching
It’s not just the presidential ticket, these local contests also have major implications for the future of our city.
More vote centers open Saturday across Long Beach, LA County
It’s easier than ever to cast your ballot this weekend. If you need help understanding the local measures, check out our nonpartisan voter guide at lbpost.com/elections.
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