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Bulletproof vests, snipers and drones: Election officials beef up security at the polls
State and local election officials around the country are taking major steps to keep poll workers and voters safe amid a hostile political environment.
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Survey: Why are you voting in this election?
We want to understand what matters most to voters like you. What motivates you to vote, or not vote? Which issues are important to you? Whether you’re a first-time voter, or a political enthusiast, by participating in our survey, you’ll help us create a clear picture of the issues that matter most to the voters in your community. We’ll...
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Ranked choice voting could decide which party controls the US House. How does it work?
Ranked choice voting has become more popular in recent years, particularly at the municipal level.
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Who can vote in US elections, and what steps must you take to do so?
Here’s a look at some of the most common rules and requirements when it comes to casting a ballot for United States elections.
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Yes, voter fraud happens. But it's rare and election offices have safeguards to catch it
Voter fraud does happen occasionally. When it does, we tend to hear a lot about it. It also gets caught and prosecuted.
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Lawsuit says Virginia is illegally purging legitimate voters off the rolls
A coalition of immigrant-rights groups and the League of Women Voters in Virginia has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares of an ongoing “purge” of voter rolls that will disenfranchise legitimate voters. The lawsuit, filed Monday, argues that an executive order issued in August by Youngkin that requires daily updates to voter lists...
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Composer Nolan Williams Jr.'s new civic anthem is a call to vote
With Election Day approaching, artists and musicians including composer Nolan Williams Jr. are encouraging people to plan their vote....
Williams’ new civic anthem memorializes three civil rights workers who were killed by members of the Ku Klux Klan in Mississippi while encouraging Black citizens to vote in 1964. Williams tells News4’s Tommy McFly how the story is still important to remember... -
Early in-person voting starts in Virginia
Early in-person voting in Virginia starts Friday at registrars’ offices. An election official in Loudoun County spoke with News4’s Derrick Ward.
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Virginia officials research noncitizens on voter rolls
More than ever before this election year, Virginia election officials are examining whether noncitizens might be voting. Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey reports.
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How to vote early in Virginia, including dates, deadlines and more
If it feels like Election Day is still almost two months away, think again: The first day of in-person early voting in Virginia is coming up Friday, Sept. 20.
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Voting in Virginia: Dates, deadlines & more for 2024
Early voting begins on Sept. 20 in Virginia. Here’s what to know about early voting dates, ballot request deadlines and more.
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Young voters harbor deep worries about inflation, debt and housing
The NBC News Stay Tuned Gen Z poll shows young voters are feeling a housing squeeze and are pessimistic about the economy.
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Push to restore Sunday early voting in Loudoun County
Residents in Loudoun County asked the board to restore early voting on a Sunday. Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey explains.
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Voters set out to cast ballots in the Virginia primary
The polls are open until 7 p.m. for Virginia voters to cast their ballots for local and congressional races. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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2024 Virginia primary voting guide: hours, same-day registration info and polling places
Primary season is here, and that means you have decisions to make about when and how to vote. We’ve got key details and deadlines for voting in Virginia.
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2024 Virginia primary guide: Dates, deadlines and voting info for the June primary
Primary season is here, and that means you have decisions to make about when and how to vote. We’ve got key details and deadlines for voting in Virginia.
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Voters hit the polls for the DC primary election on Tuesday
D.C. voters head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in the D.C. Primary Election. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports on what to know.
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It's DC's 2024 primary day: Polling places, hours & voter registration info
Primary day in D.C. is Tuesday, June 4, 2024. You can vote in person that day, but early voting and mail-in voting are also options for voters.
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DC Council primary: What to know about the Ward 4 and at-large races
As the D.C. Council primary election day approaches and early voting is underway, News4’s Mark Segraves breaks down the ballot with help from veteran political reporter Tom Sherwood.
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Maryland votes in highly competitive primary election
News4’s Joseph Olmo reports on the most important races in Maryland’s primary election.