'Blowout': Here's who won the Hilton-Becerra debate for California governor

World & Nation

By: Gustavo Arellano · Mark Z. Barabak · Anita Chabria

1 October 2026 at 05:51

Three Times columnists weigh in on the only scheduled face-to-face debate in the race for California governor.

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CALIF SEPT. 30, 2026 -- Viewers at Victorio's Ristorante in North Hollywood attend a watch party for the CNN debate between gubernatorial candidates Democrat Xavier Becerra, left, and Republican Steve Hilton Wednesday night, Sept. 30, 2026. (Jason Almond / Los Angeles Times)

Chabria: A 'fight worth fighting': Paramount settlement is less than desired, more than nothing

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By: Anita Chabria

22 September 2026 at 02:26

The company has to keep open and running both the Paramount and Warner Bros. lots — maybe one of the most visible wins for the city.

Commentary: Gavin Newsom is a lame duck. Can his presidential hopes still take flight?

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By: Anita Chabria · Mark Z. Barabak

13 September 2026 at 13:00

Gavin Newsom leaves office in a few months, allowing him to devote all of his time to a 2028 presidential run. The question is whether he can sell a progressive agenda outside the comfortable confines of California.

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