BAKERSFIELD, CA. - Democrat incumbent Jim Costa has rallied from a vote deficit to winning another term in the 16th Congressional District.
The Fresno Bee reports Fresno, Madera and Merced counties finished counting the votes in the district.
The state elections website shows Costa is ahead by about 1300 votes.
That tally isn't expected to change significantly as the counties count a handful of outstanding ballots.
Republican Johnny Tacherra had been in Washington for freshman lawmaker orientation immediately after the election when early results showed he had a 1700 vote lead.
Costa released a statement saying it is an honor to be re-elected to represent California's 16th Congressional District.
"As a lifelong valley resident, I am humbled that the people who live here have entrusted me to continue being their voice in congress."