Gubernatorial Debate (CBS California)
The first of two televised debates among the leading 2026 gubernatorial candidates. Watching is one of the simplest ways to be ready to talk with friends and neighbors who are still deciding. Eight candidates have confirmed: Becerra, Bianco, Hilton, Mahan, Porter, Steyer, Thurmond, and Villaraigosa.
How to watch: Live on CBS stations in Los Angeles (KCAL/KCBS), San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Fresno, and Santa Barbara. Streaming on CBSLA.com, CBS News 24/7, Paramount+, Roku, and Pluto TV. A 30-minute pre-show, Countdown to the Debate, begins at 5:00 PM PT. The event itself is a closed production with no public tickets.