The NorCal Ballot Box Podcast

Special Election Wrap-Up

Now that the Nov. 4 special election has come and gone, we look at election results in Sonoma County and the Bay Area, what’s happening next with Prop. 50, hear from supporter of Petaluma’s Measure I and learn how the electorate is more diverse than ever.     election01 [https://norcalpublicmedia.org/images/NorCal_Ballot_Box_Podcast/2025_Special_ELection/election01.jpg]

California Senate leader on why he thinks Prop. 50 is crucial

With the Nov. 4 election just a day away, 14 vote centers are open from 9 to 5; we have more on Prop. 50 from California Senate leader Mike McGuire.         PROP 50 1 [https://norcalpublicmedia.org/images/NorCal_Ballot_Box_Podcast/2025_Special_ELection/PROP_50_1.jpg]

Local Co-author of Prop 50 says it’s crucial in fight against Trump-led gerrymandering

Early vote centers are opening this weekend; we have more on Prop. 50 from one of its co-authors, Santa Rosa’s Chris Rogers; and we look at how California leaders are addressing several voter concerns, including representation.     Ep4 [https://norcalpublicmedia.org/images/NorCal_Ballot_Box_Podcast/2025_Special_ELection/Ep4.jpg]

Understanding Measure I: Petaluma’s School Parcel Tax

In this episode of NorCal Ballot Box Podcast, we hear from Mady Cloud, Petaluma City Schools board president, speaking about Measure I, a parcel tax appearing on some Petaluma residents’ Nov 2025 ballots.         PROP 50 [https://norcalpublicmedia.org/images/NorCal_Ballot_Box_Podcast/2025_Special_ELection/PROP_50.jpg]

What Prop 50 Means for Sonoma County and California Voters

In this episode of NorCal Ballot Box, we break down California’s Prop 50 - Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed congressional redistricting plan. Reporter Jeannie Kwong of CalMatters explains how the new maps could reshape representation across the state, including what it means for Sonoma County communities like Santa Rosa. Learn how this measure could affect local voices, communities of color, and the political balance heading into the November special election. (published October 20, 2025)         bbp ep 2 [https://norcalpublicmedia.org/images/NorCal_Ballot_Box_Podcast/2025_Special_ELection/bbp_ep_2.jpg]