This November, California voters are choosing the state’s next governor between Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton. No GOP candidate has won statewide office in 20 years but Hilton says his message of change can win over enough independent and Democratic voters.

This November, California voters are choosing the state&rsquo;s next governor between Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton.&nbsp;No GOP candidate has won statewide office in 20 years but Hilton says his message of change can win over enough independent and Democratic voters.

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Steve Hilton Talks Election Integrity, His Platform in Governor Race

KQED newscast for Friday, September 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Officials at Yosemite National Park are warning visitors after a quote, "dead big brown bat" tested positive for rabies. KQED's Juan Carlos Lara reports.

Officials at Yosemite National Park are warning visitors after a quote, "dead big brown bat" tested positive for rabies.&nbsp;KQED's Juan Carlos Lara reports.

Steve Hilton Talks Election Integrity, His Platform in Governor Race

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