LOS ANGELES — There have been at least 220 attempts to break up California since the state was formed in 1850. None has succeeded.
Still, a slight majority of San Bernardino County voters say the idea is worth exploring.
A November ballot measure directing county officials to review how to secure more resources and funding — "up to and including secession from the State of California" — passed with 50.6% of the vote. County election officials certified the results Dec. 8.
