7 candidates are running in the special election for the 36th state Senate district

Five Democrats and two Republicans will battle it out in February for the opportunity to replace Supervisor Janet Nguyen in the state legislature.

The 36th Senate district became vacant after Nguyen, a Republican, resigned to join the Orange County Board of Supervisors, representing the First District.

The primary, scheduled for Feb. 25, will feature several familiar faces in local politics, including current and former council members. Here’s the full list of those who are running...