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Several rural Manitoba municipalities saw their mayoral races decided by acclamation after the nomination deadline closed with no opposing candidates. The uncontested outcomes are being viewed as a sign of voter satisfaction and a reflection of the challenges of running for mayor in smaller communities.
Texas county election offices are rapidly processing a backlog of voter registrations caused by a state error, aiming to finalize updated voter lists before the 2026 midterm elections.
Quebec opened a five‑day early‑voting period from Sep. 24‑28, 2026, at returning officer offices across the province, allowing voters to cast ballots before the Oct. 5 election.
Three leading Toronto mayoral candidates debated property taxes and housing affordability on September 22, 2026, in an event organized by the Toronto Region Board of Trade and covered by the Toronto Star and CBC.
Toronto is informing residents about mail‑in and advance‑voting deadlines for the Oct. 25 municipal election, aiming to increase voter turnout.
Democratic candidate Nick Mansour and Republican Elijah Norton debated Arizona’s state treasurer race on September 23, 2026, outlining their approaches to managing the state’s finances as part of the 2026 election campaign.
A local union warned that Councillor Russ Wyatt’s re‑election bid, while he faces sexual‑assault charges, could lead to legal complications as the nomination deadline approaches in Transcona.
On September 22, 2026, twelve candidates qualified for the Winnipeg mayoral ballot, moving the municipal election into the ballot stage and setting the stage for a competitive race.
On September 23, 2026, Houston City Council unanimously approved the enforcement of a Texas law requiring political candidates to disclose their campaign contributors, aligning the city with statewide transparency mandates.
Five ballot proposals will appear on New York City's Nov. 3, 2026 municipal election ballot, following a June primary that set the stage for the general vote.
South Florida election officials are urging residents to prepare and vote in the November 2, 2026 midterms, highlighting historically low turnout and a 41‑day window to boost participation.
Quebec’s party leaders will hold their third and final televised debate in Montreal on the evening of September 23, 2026, marking the conclusion of the provincial election campaign.
Toronto officials have detailed the mail‑in and advance‑voting deadlines for the Oct. 26, 2026 municipal election, aiming to boost voter participation, as reported by CBC's Mercedes Gaztambide.
Two district attorneys have sued to block a new Georgia law that would make county elections nonpartisan in five Atlanta-area counties, while state attorneys seek dismissal of the cases. The dispute is before a Fulton County judge and centers on claims that the law infringes on the prosecutors’ rights.
The Atlanta Press Club will host a two‑day debate for final statewide candidates at GPB's Midtown studios on October 13‑14, coinciding with the start of early voting that runs for three weeks until the November 3 election.
Green Party candidate David Redkey for Arizona’s 3rd Congressional district was arrested on September 19, 2026, facing multiple charges, a development that may affect his campaign as the election approaches.
A Pallas poll shows the Parti Québécois, CAQ and PLQ each at 22 percent after two debates, highlighting that only an absolute PQ majority—or a coalition with Québec solidaire—could trigger a referendum.
Mayor candidate William Quinlan sued to block three Democratic officeholders from running for Chicago mayor while seeking reelection, citing a recent change to Illinois’ election calendar as a legal conflict.
Winnipeg councillors and labour leaders condemned Transcona councillor Russ Wyatt’s re‑election bid while he faces sexual assault charges, stressing concerns over his suitability for office.
Democratic candidate David Jolly announced on September 20 he will not debate Republican Byron Donalds, calling his opponent a liar, leaving the planned governor’s race debate in doubt.
