Live Blog: First local results released, Democrats take control of Senate & House, Becerra projected as next California Governor

We'll have continuing reactions from candidates. Watch live below:

Update 8:45 p.m.

Democrats are projected to take control of the Senate, in addition to the House, according to multiple news organizations.

Update 8:30 p.m.

Xavier Becerra is speaking live following the projection that he will be the next governor of California (ended before 9:00 p.m.)

Update 8:10 p.m.

The first batch of results has been released by the Riverside County Registrar's Office

Full Election Results Here

Update 8:00 p.m.

Xavier Becerra is the next Governor of California, according to multiple projections, including ABC News

Update 7:55 p.m.

The polls are set to close very soon; however, if you are in line before 8:00 p.m., you can still cast your ballot.

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Update 7:15 p.m.

Democrats will take control of the House, according to multiple projections, including CNN and CBS News

BREAKING: Democrats win control of the U.S. House of Representatives, CBS News projects. https://t.co/EIPmYqt0MP

— CBS News (@CBSNews) November 4, 2026

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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) - It's Election Day! We'll have full coverage of federal, state, and local races all day.

We'll Have Election Results Here Starting After 8:00 p.m. (PT)

Polls close at 8:00 p.m. (PT) in California. You can cast your vote as long as you are in line at a ballot drop-off location or Vote Center before 8:00 p.m.

According to the Riverside County Registrar's Office, as of Tuesday morning, approximately 457,299 have been returned in good condition. Approximately 1,524,182 Vote-by-Mail ballots have been issued.

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