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Science, health research bond to appear on March 2028 ballot

(The Center Square) – A bond that would cost California’s taxpayers $7.5 billion for health and science research will go on the March 2028 primary election ballot.

By Madeline Shannon | The Center Square, Reporting from The Center Square
Published Oct 12, 2026, 7:20 PM ET

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WATCH: Democrats sue feds over childhood vaccine overhaul
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Gallagher, McGuire seek Northern California seat in Congress

(The Center Square) – In the final weeks before the Nov. 3 midterm election, Northern California's race for the seat held by the late U.S. Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-Richvale, is heating up over issues such as taxes.

By Madeline Shannon | The Center Square, Reporting from The Center Square
Published Oct 12, 2026, 6:40 PM ET

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Battleground voters want Social Security fixed, but not with more debt
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Taxes, economy dominate key California congressional race

(The Center Square) – Taxes, affordability and immigration are among the top issues in a Northern California congressional district that Democrats redrew to pick up a seat in the House.

By Chris Woodward | The Center Square contributor, Reporting from The Center Square
Published Oct 12, 2026, 6:05 PM ET

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Taxes, economy dominate key California congressional race
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