Elections

More than Half of Shasta County’s Ballots Have Been Counted But Many Races Remain Uncertain

Many local election results remain much too close to call as Shasta County election workers continue to count ballots.

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Less Than Half of Shasta County’s Ballots Have Been Counted. Here’s What We Know Right Now.

About 93,000 ballots were cast this election. That means the number counted so far represents less than half.

The Shasta County Board is Still Discussing a Nearly Three-Year-Old Elections Grant. Here’s What Happened.

A $1.5 million grant from the Center for Tech and Civic Life was offered to the Shasta County Elections Office in December 2022. The Shasta County Board made the decision to accept the funds in April 2024, but now Board Chair Kevin Crye and Supervisor Patrick Jones are revisiting the topic, claiming their will was somehow “circumvented” by staff.

As Tensions Mount in Shasta County, Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Peaceful Protestor Amidst Discussion on Election Funds

A decision by Shasta County Board Chair Kevin Crye to hold a discussion about emails related to election funds two days after a major election, led to chaos.

Shasta Elections Office Drops New Vote Totals; Results Remain Preliminary

About 93,000 ballots were cast this election. That means the number counted so far still represent only about a third of total votes.

Only About a Third of Shasta County’s Ballots Have Been Counted

What's known of Shasta County's election results remains largely incomplete. Most of the County's ballots still need to be counted.

California DOJ Is Monitoring Shasta County Elections After Concerns of “Aggressive” Observers, Elections Official Says

Elections Official Tom Toller said he’s determined to ensure the safety of his staff while granting legal access to election observers. He’s called in state justice officials to help.

Five First-Time Shasta County Voters Share What Matters to Them Most

New voters, including a newly-naturalized citizen in his seventies, share their thoughts on what races matter most to them, how much they care about local elections, and whether they trust the elections process.

As Observers Scrutinize, Shasta County Elections Official Defends Staff 

Registrar of Voters Tom Toller reassured the public that his team will facilitate a free and fair election - despite unexpected obstacles. Both elected officials and members of the public have taken the initiative to observe the process. Toller says he welcomes observation but won’t allow his staff to be intimidated.

Tribes Spend Big in Redding Council Race: Most Candidates Have Been Gifted Money By One of Two Tribes

Eight candidates are running for Redding City Council. Big funders include the Redding Rancheria, which has funded four candidates, and the Corning-based Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, which has funded two others.

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