Georgia Governor Candidates to Debate in Atlanta Oct 6
Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms will hold the only in‑person gubernatorial debate in Atlanta on Oct. 6, 2026, aiming to help settle the election.
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Free Bike and E‑Scooter Rides for Laval Voters
BIXI, Lime and Élections Québec will offer free bike and e‑scooter rides in Laval on Oct 5, 2026, to facilitate voter access to polling stations.
Chicago May Require Influencers to Reveal Paid Campaign Ties
Chicago is considering a rule to force paid political influencers to disclose campaign ties after the teachers union and mayor used undisclosed paid influencers.
Mayoral candidate Vogiatzakis says out‑of‑city home won't hinder run
Vogiatzakis defended his eligibility despite living in St. Andrews, while fellow mayoral hopefuls criticized the move.
Polls show rising Parti Québécois support on South Shore
Polls indicate rising support for the Parti Québécois on Montreal’s South Shore, while many residents remain skeptical about a forthcoming referendum. The shift follows the area’s past backing of the Coalition Avenir Québec.
Olivia Chow Leads Toronto Mayoral Poll by Six Points
A recent poll puts Olivia Chow six points ahead in the Toronto mayoral race as the campaign enters its last month. The margin reflects current voter preferences.
Three Toronto Mayoral Candidates to Debate on CBC Oct 8
Three mayoral hopefuls will debate at CBC Toronto on Oct. 8, part of the pre‑election campaign.
Five Party Leaders Deliver Final Appeals Before Quebec Election
Five main party leaders issued final campaign messages to Quebec voters on election day, seeking to sway the electorate before the October 5 vote.
Georgia Election Board Delays GOP Voting Software Fix
The Georgia State Election Board postponed adopting a GOP plan to patch a voting‑machine flaw that could associate voters with their ballots, despite the issue not altering vote totals.
Maricopa County Sets Oct. 5 Voter Registration Deadline
The county set an October 5, 2026 deadline for voter registration for the November election, according to the recorder's office.
Judge Candidates Outline Tax and Safety Plans
County judge candidates outlined tax, surveillance and emergency response proposals ahead of the November 2026 election to replace Lina Hidalgo.
Talarico Leads Paxton by Narrow Margin in Fox News Poll
A Fox News poll places Democratic candidate James Talarico slightly ahead of Republican Ken Paxton in the 2026 Texas Senate race.
Three Voters Honored for 50 Consecutive November Ballots
Three Chester County voters were honored for casting ballots in fifty consecutive November elections, a record acknowledged by the Board of Elections.
Los Angeles County Starts Sending Mail‑In Ballots for Nov. 3 Election
County officials started mailing mail‑in ballots on Oct. 1, 2026, to give voters their ballots before the Nov. 3 election.
Georgia Election Board Approves Updated Voting Machine Software
On Oct. 1, 2026, Georgia’s election board approved new voting machine software to fix security patches and other issues, continuing its review of equipment vulnerabilities.
Arizona Debate Focuses on Prop 144 Voter ID and Mail‑In Changes
A public debate in Arizona reviewed the voter‑ID and mail‑in voting changes proposed in Proposition 144, a 2026 ballot initiative that would mandate photo ID and may alter the vote‑by‑mail system.
Kalshi Sets 13% Chance for Andy Biggs in Arizona Governor Race
Kalshi gave Andy Biggs a 13% chance to win the Arizona governor race, with a sizable payout if he beats Katie Hobbs, while polls continue to favor Hobbs.
Democrats Target Rural District 23 to Flip Arizona House
Democrats are focusing on Legislative District 23, a four‑county rural swing district, to win the seat and gain control of the Arizona House for the first time in 60 years.
Early Voting Draws 1.6 Million Quebecers, 25% Turnout
Élections Québec reported that 1.6 million Quebecers, or about 25 % of eligible voters, cast early ballots before the Oct. 5, 2026 provincial election.
Early Voting Starts Thursday at Chicago Loop Supersite
Early voting began Thursday at a Loop supersite for the 2026 general election, and participant Justin Labonte aims to keep his record of never missing a vote.
