Monday, May 18, is the last day to register to vote for California's June primary election. Here's how to check if you're registered.

California’s June 2 primary is six weeks away. Here’s how to check registration, register to vote, track your ballot and, early or in person.

How are California primary elections different from ranked-choice voting?

Worried about your ballot for the June primary? Here’s a step‑by‑step guide to signing up for California’s Where’s My Ballot tracking service.

Weighing judicial candidates can be trickier than traditional politicians, but experts say voters can educate themselves.

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Yes, you can take a ballot selfie in California, but it is not a total free for all. Poll workers and county officials still have authority to protect other voters’ privacy and to stop behavior that interferes with voting.