Abortion rights at forefront of Blakespear, Gunderson race
REGION — In the race for the 38th State Senate District seat between Democrat Catherine Blakespear and Republican Matt Gunderson, the issue of abortion has...
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Blakespear takes slight lead over Gunderson in latest poll
ENCINITAS — A new poll shows Democrat Catherine Blakespear holding a narrow lead over her opponent Republican challenger Matt Gunderson in the race for the...
Commentary: Blakespear’s prospects, part 2
As she runs for state Senate, it’s not clear that Catherine Blakespear’s kiss-all-the-babies approach is a winner....
Blakespear declines Republican opponent’s debate challenge
ENCINITAS — Mayor Catherine Blakespear, the Democratic candidate in the 38th State Senate District race, has declined a public challenge from Republican opponent Matt Gunderson...
San Diego property giant tops Blakespear’s campaign donor list
ENCINITAS — San Diego’s biggest landlord is also the largest contributor to Mayor Catherine Blakespear’s state senate campaign, making her the only Democratic candidate in...
Residents pursue legal remedies against Blakespear over censorship allegations
ENCINITAS — A group of residents continues to seek legal remedies against Mayor Catherine Blakespear over her alleged censorship of critics on social media, recently...
Commentary: Blakespear’s prospects
By placing her chips on a progressive coalition, she may be presenting a version of herself that is losing its appeal....
Primary Election: Early results favor incumbents in North County races
ENCINITAS — Unofficial primary election results for North County races largely show incumbents holding comfortable leads over their challengers. In the 49th Congressional District, incumbent...
The Mayor: Interview with Catherine Blakespear, 38th District candidate
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the final interview in a three-part series highlighting primary candidates in the 38th State Senate District race. This series offers each...
Commentary: In removing Ehlers, council displays astounding tin ear
What is particularly disturbing about the City Council's unanimous vote last week was the precedent it set....
Gunderson, Blakespear lead 38th CA Senate race in ‘perplexing’ new poll
ENCINITAS — A new poll funded and released by Catherine Blakespear’s campaign for the 38th State Senate District appears to show the Encinitas mayor leading...
38th CA Senate District race intensifies with criticism, complaints
REGION — To Kara Chine, being a great leader isn’t about being the most popular, charismatic or making the most noise. It’s about being able...
Local candidates for California Legislature kickstart fundraising
ENCINITAS — While the primary elections are still months away, some local candidates for the California Legislature are already raking in heavy contributions from both...
Mayor’s Minute: Top 10 for Encinitas in 2021
Happy New Year to you and your loved ones! As we start the new year it’s worth taking a moment to look back at the great...
Commentary: Running on revisions
To get elected, Encinitas Mayor Catherine Blakespear has resorted to creating an alternate history to bolster her image. ...
