The latest development comes after weeks of debate surrounding competing transportation tax proposals at the city and county levels.
The proposal would impose a one-time, 5% tax on individuals whose net worth exceeds $1 billion and who were living in the state as of Jan. 1, 2026.
Fresno County officials say turnout in the recent primary election is shaping up to be among the largest the county has ever seen, though final results are still days away as ballot counting continues.
Republican Steve Hilton will advance to the November general election and face Democrat Xavier Becerra in the California governor's race.
Spencer Pratt's improbable rise from reality television personality to national political sensation ended when he failed to qualify for the runoff.
Progressive city council member Nithya Raman has defeated former reality television star Spencer Pratt to advance to a November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, setting up an unexpected matchup between two Democrats and former political allies.
