Ontario, California mayor's race: Macias leads Leon in early returns
The gist
Ontario City Council member Daisy Macias led Mayor Paul Leon 38.62% to 32.43% in early mayoral returns.
The vote comes amid an unresolved FBI probe of city officials.
How it unfolded
- Mar 24, 2026Ontario Measure W, which would have required voter approval for hotel or event center development, was defeated 52.98% No to 47.02% Yes; results were certified.
- Mar 24, 2026Ontario Measure V, on hospitality labor regulations and minimum wage, was defeated 59.52% No to 40.48% Yes; results were certified.
- Jul 28, 2026FBI agents searched properties tied to Councilmember Alan Wapner, San Bernardino County Supervisor Curt Hagman, attorney Frank Lizarraga and businessman James Su, and served subpoenas at Ontario City Hall and Ontario International Airport.