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LA and Orange counties certify primary election results
By Libby Rainey at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
A voter prepares a ballot at a voting booth during voting in Los Angeles .(Robyn Beck / Getty Images)Los Angeles and Orange counties have certified the results of the June 2 primary, officially ending the vote count.In Los Angeles, more than 2,227,000 people cast ballots — approximately 38% of the...
Key takeaway (Robyn Beck / Getty Images)Los Angeles and Orange counties have certified the results of the June 2 primary, officially ending the vote count.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The certification of primary election results in Los Angeles and Orange counties sets the stage for a contentious general election season in the region. With voter turnout reaching 38% in Los Angeles County and 42% in Orange County, it is clear that residents are engaged and eager to shape the future of their communities. The upcoming mayoral showdown between Karen Bass and Nithya Raman in the city of Los Angeles will undoubtedly be a focal point, as will the competitive City Council races, including the contest to replace Curren Price in CD 9. In Orange County, the battles for Board of Supervisors seats will also be closely watched, particularly the District 4 runoff between Connor Traut and Tim Shaw, and the District 5 matchup between Katrina Foley and Diane Dixon. As the general election season heats up, local residents can expect a flurry of campaign activity and debates that will help shape the direction of their cities and counties.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
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What is this story about? A voter prepares a ballot at a voting booth during voting in Los Angeles.(Robyn Beck / Getty Images)Los Angeles and Orange counties have certified the results of the June 2 primary, officially ending the vote count.In Los Angeles, more than 2,227,000 people cast ballots — approximately 38% of the...
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