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YOUR COUNTY · NOVEMBER 3, 2026 ELECTION
Sacramento County Election Guide
Read about governor candidates, statewide contests, all 14 statewide propositions, and where to find the official address-specific local ballot for Sacramento County.
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California Governor Election — November 3, 2026
Two candidates are certified for the statewide gubernatorial contest. Explore both independent profiles, including their careers, policy proposals and the unresolved questions. These statewide articles are not local reporting from Herald.
Steve Hilton for California Governor in 2026: Taxes, Housing, Energy and Plans Examined
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Herald-Area Nature Guide: Cosumnes River Preserve Opens Trails at Sunrise, But Pets and Camping Are Prohibited
The nearby Cosumnes River Preserve offers a valley oak forest, wetlands and birdwatching. BLM says trails and waterways are day-use only, with no pets except service animals.