We’ve tried to simplify the most bloated ballot in California history by breaking down each state proposition to a sentence or two.

Seventeen state initiatives have made their way onto the fall ballot, including some of the most complex laws ever put to a popular vote.

Pete Constant and his conservative backers are arguing that only voters have the right to change the terms of Measure B.

Tuesday night’s special election ended with Cindy Chavez and Teresa Alvarado placing first and second, respectively, in the primary for the county supervisor seat formerly held by George Shirakawa Jr. But while each candidate hosted parties to celebrate making it to the runoff, one of Chavez’s handlers was less than thrilled to allow media access.