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How to watch live election results on CBS News
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How to watch live election results on CBS News

Nov 4, 2026 · 12:27 AM

With control of Congress on the line in House and Senate races around the country, here's how to watch the 2026 midterm election results on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

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What we know about results in all 14 California ballot propositions
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What we know about results in all 14 California ballot propositions

Nov 4, 2026 · 7:40 AM · Adam Echelman • CalMatters

California’s 14 s ballot measures include a billionaire tax, voter ID, changes to recall elections, and a bid to speed up building by limiting environmental reviews. The post What we know about results in all 14 California ballot propositions appeared first on…

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California rejects conservative voter ID proposal
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California rejects conservative voter ID proposal

Nov 4, 2026 · 6:36 AM · Nadia Lathan • CalMatters

Republican San Diego Assemblymember Carl DeMaio put the measure on the ballot in tandem with his right-wing political group Reform California. The post California rejects conservative voter ID proposal appeared first on Santa Barbara News-Press.

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California voters reject conservative voter ID proposal
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California voters reject conservative voter ID proposal

Nov 4, 2026 · 6:30 AM · Nadia Lathan • CalMatters

Republican San Diego Assemblymember Carl DeMaio put the measure on the ballot in tandem with his right-wing political group Reform California.

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David Silva elected to second term as Buellton mayor
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David Silva elected to second term as Buellton mayor

Nov 4, 2026 · 6:29 AM · Kaitlin Sweeney • Santa Barbara News-Press

As of 9:34 p.m. Silva had 64.4 percent of the vote while King had votes, or 35.5 percent according to the Santa Barbara County Elections Office The post David Silva elected to second term as Buellton mayor appeared first on Santa Barbara…

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California billionaire tax trailing in early returns
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California billionaire tax trailing in early returns

Nov 4, 2026 · 6:27 AM · Kristen Hwang • CalMatters

Some of the state’s wealthiest residents have spent hundreds of millions to defeat Prop. 40. Supporters say billionaires should pay their “fair share.”

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Who’s winning California’s statewide races?
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Who’s winning California’s statewide races?

Nov 4, 2026 · 6:26 AM · Jocelyn Wiener • CalMatters

The Associated Press has called the majority of California's statewide races.

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Marsha Blackburn Elected Tennessee’s First Female Governor
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Marsha Blackburn Elected Tennessee’s First Female Governor

Nov 4, 2026 · 5:57 AM · Sarah Grace Taylor and Steven Hale

Senator Marsha Blackburn won the Tennessee gubernatorial election on Tuesday, becoming the state's first female governor despite a surprisingly close race against Democrat Jerri Green. The post Marsha Blackburn Elected Tennessee’s First Female Governor appeared first on Nashville Banner.

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Charlie Hatcher Beats Chaz Molder, Retaining Tennessee’s 5th District Seat for Republicans
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Charlie Hatcher Beats Chaz Molder, Retaining Tennessee’s 5th District Seat for Republicans

Nov 4, 2026 · 5:45 AM · Stephen Elliott and Mikeie Honda Reiland

Republican Charlie Hatcher defeated Democrat Chaz Molder on Tuesday to win Tennessee's 5th Congressional District seat, following a tight race and the primary defeat of former incumbent Andy Ogles. The post Charlie Hatcher Beats Chaz Molder, Retaining Tennessee’s 5th District Seat for…

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Republicans Sweep Oklahoma’s Statewide Offices. Democrats Find a Silver Lining in the Legislature.
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Republicans Sweep Oklahoma’s Statewide Offices. Democrats Find a Silver Lining in the Legislature.

Nov 4, 2026 · 5:19 AM · Keaton Ross and Jake Ramsey

Republicans swept every statewide office in Tuesday’s Oklahoma midterms, with Mike Mazzei winning the governor’s race by carrying 72 of 77 counties. Democrats’ lone bright spot: flipping five Republican-held state House seats in urban and suburban areas, the largest House power shift…

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Victoria Broderick Stuns GOP Rep. Scott DesJarlais in 4th Congressional District
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Victoria Broderick Stuns GOP Rep. Scott DesJarlais in 4th Congressional District

Nov 4, 2026 · 5:34 AM · Stephen Elliott

Democrat Victoria Broderick defeated Republican incumbent Scott DesJarlais in a close upset to become the only Democrat in Tennessee's congressional delegation. The post Victoria Broderick Stuns GOP Rep. Scott DesJarlais in 4th Congressional District appeared first on Nashville Banner.

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2 states will use ranked choice voting for midterms. Here's how it works
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2 states will use ranked choice voting for midterms. Here's how it works

Nov 4, 2026 · 1:46 AM

Ranked choice voting has grown as a voting measure for years, and experts say it presents voters with a better opportunity to reflect their opinions.

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Vanessa Hall-Harper secures 6th term on Tulsa City Council in tight runoff race
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Vanessa Hall-Harper secures 6th term on Tulsa City Council in tight runoff race

Nov 4, 2026 · 5:08 AM · Shaunicy Muhammad and Ismael Lele

Vanessa-Hall Harper defeated Corinice Wilson by a 216-vote margin Tuesday. Hall-Harper said she hopes everyone in the district can agree north Tulsa is worth fighting for. The post Vanessa Hall-Harper secures 6th term on Tulsa City Council in tight runoff race appeared…

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In major upset, Nathan Johnson takes Texas attorney general’s office for Democrats
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In major upset, Nathan Johnson takes Texas attorney general’s office for Democrats

Nov 4, 2026 · 4:10 AM · Eleanor Klibanoff

In a stunning upset with repercussions across the national legal landscape, Democrat Nathan Johnson claimed victory in the race to be Texas’ next top lawyer.  Johnson, a Dallas state senator and corporate litigator, is the first Democrat elected attorney general since 1994.…

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South Texas congressional Democrats Vicente Gonzalez and Henry Cuellar glide to reelection
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South Texas congressional Democrats Vicente Gonzalez and Henry Cuellar glide to reelection

Nov 4, 2026 · 3:41 AM · Berenice Garcia

Ahead of the 2026 election, Texas Republicans redrew congressional boundaries in a gambit to help the GOP keep control of Congress.

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How Every Neighborhood in New York City Voted for Governor
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How Every Neighborhood in New York City Voted for Governor

Nov 4, 2026 · 2:52 AM · Haidee Chu

Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul won a second full term as the leader of New York State with a double-digit defeat of Republican Bruce Blakeman, the challenger backed by President Donald Trump, in a contest centered on affordability. Explore how your election district…

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Republican Bill Hagerty Reelected to U.S. Senate Seat
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Republican Bill Hagerty Reelected to U.S. Senate Seat

Nov 4, 2026 · 1:35 AM · Eden Turner

Incumbent Bill Hagerty retained his U.S. Senate seat, easily defeating Democrat Marquita Bradshaw and several independent candidates. The post Republican Bill Hagerty Reelected to U.S. Senate Seat appeared first on Nashville Banner.

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ELECTION RETURNS
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ELECTION RETURNS

Nov 4, 2026 · 1:00 AM · Associated Press

Nov. 3, 2026 Oklahoma election results The post ELECTION RETURNS appeared first on Oklahoma Watch.

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Talarico, Hinojosa usher in new era as Texas Democrats oust several top Republicans
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Talarico, Hinojosa usher in new era as Texas Democrats oust several top Republicans

Nov 3, 2026 · 11:19 PM · Texas Tribune Staff

Texas Tribune reporters provide live updates as Democrats stun Republicans, taking several statewide offices for the first time in decades.

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2026 Election Results for New Hampshire
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2026 Election Results for New Hampshire

Nov 3, 2026 · 11:10 PM · Montana West

New Hampshire voters are making their voices heard this Election Day, casting ballots in races that will help shape the future of the Granite State and the nation. Results will be updated throughout election night as new information becomes available. Election results…

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Voices of the Voters: Voters Are Feeling Cynical About the District 2 Council Race and High Cost of Living
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Voices of the Voters: Voters Are Feeling Cynical About the District 2 Council Race and High Cost of Living

Nov 3, 2026 · 9:59 PM · Bella Ross

‘Like, what is the government doing? What's it producing? Where's the efficiency?’ one voter said.  The post Voices of the Voters: Voters Are Feeling Cynical About the District 2 Council Race and High Cost of Living appeared first on Voice of San…

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Here’s What Got Voters Out to the Polls in Neighborhoods Across Nashville on Election Day
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Here’s What Got Voters Out to the Polls in Neighborhoods Across Nashville on Election Day

Nov 3, 2026 · 8:44 PM · Banner Staff

Voters across several Nashville ZIP codes shared their motivations and priorities on Election Day, citing issues such as the economy, housing affordability, and government accountability. The post Here’s What Got Voters Out to the Polls in Neighborhoods Across Nashville on Election Day…

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Update: Who’s winning California’s statewide races?
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Update: Who’s winning California’s statewide races?

Nov 3, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Jocelyn Wiener

Besides picking a new governor, California voters are electing an insurance commissioner, attorney general, superintendent, treasurer and controller.

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Update: What we know about results in all 14 California ballot propositions
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Update: What we know about results in all 14 California ballot propositions

Nov 3, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Adam Echelman

California's 14 s ballot measures include a billionaire tax, voter ID, changes to recall elections, and a bid to speed up building by limiting environmental reviews.

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Track Washoe County election results with This Is Reno’s dashboard
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Track Washoe County election results with This Is Reno’s dashboard

Nov 4, 2026 · 1:00 AM · ThisIsReno

This Is Reno's 2026 election dashboard tracks federal, state, and local races across Washoe County, including Reno and Sparks mayoral contests.

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Reno voters deserve a voice on council leadership (opinion)
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Reno voters deserve a voice on council leadership (opinion)

Nov 4, 2026 · 12:00 AM · ThisIsReno

Political consultant Randi Thompson urges Reno City Council to postpone electing next vice mayor until newly elected representatives are seated.

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El Paso reelects 3 state representatives as Democrats gain ground across Texas
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El Paso reelects 3 state representatives as Democrats gain ground across Texas

Nov 4, 2026 · 2:59 AM · Daniel Perez

El Paso voters reelected three Democratic state representatives Tuesday, while early results showed strong support for James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa in their statewide races. The post El Paso reelects 3 state representatives as Democrats gain ground across Texas appeared first on…

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Ricardo Samaniego wins reelection as Democrats claim El Paso County Commissioners Court seats
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Ricardo Samaniego wins reelection as Democrats claim El Paso County Commissioners Court seats

Nov 4, 2026 · 2:42 AM · Elida S. Perez

Voters returned Ricardo Samaniego to the county judge’s office and elected Democrats to Commissioners Court seats, choosing the officials who will oversee county spending, property taxes and services starting January. The post Ricardo Samaniego wins reelection as Democrats claim El Paso County…

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Democrats seek to flip Nevada governor’s seat in a key test for the party’s chances in 2028
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Democrats seek to flip Nevada governor’s seat in a key test for the party’s chances in 2028

Nov 3, 2026 · 9:00 PM · Associated Press

Nevada voters will decide Tuesday's gubernatorial race between Republican Governor Joe Lombardo and Democrat Aaron Ford, carrying significant implications for the 2028 presidential cycle.

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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar sails into fifth term
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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar sails into fifth term

Nov 4, 2026 · 2:36 AM · Cindy Ramirez and Pablo Villa

Democratic U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar is headed toward a fifth term in Congress after taking a vast majority of the early vote in the Nov. 3 midterm election, defeating Republican Adam Bauman for the seat. The post Congresswoman Veronica Escobar sails into…

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