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Democratic mayors in San Francisco and Oakland fight to keep their jobs on Election Day

Democratic mayors in San Francisco and Oakland fight to keep their jobs on Election Day

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Voters are deciding whether to reelect San Francisco Mayor London Breed — the first Black woman in the role — or to pick one of her four challengers in a pricey and competitive race that's heated up over homelessness and public s
Abortion and open primaries are on the ballot in Nevada. What to know about the key 2024 measures

Abortion and open primaries are on the ballot in Nevada. What to know about the key 2024 measures

LAS VEGAS (AP) — It’s been more than three decades since Nevada voters overwhelmingly approved a law allowing abortions until 24 weeks of pregnancy. Now they must decide if they want to make it a constitutional right.
Two Democratic leaders seek reelection in competitive races in New Mexico

Two Democratic leaders seek reelection in competitive races in New Mexico

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Democratic U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is seeking a second term in New Mexico’s swing district along the U.S.-Mexico border, in a rematch against the Republican he ousted in 2022.
A pivotal Nevada Senate race is unusually quiet for the battleground state

A pivotal Nevada Senate race is unusually quiet for the battleground state

LAS VEGAS (AP) — In a presidential swing state where elections are typically intense contests, Nevada's U.S. Senate race has been unusually sleepy. The campaign pits Democratic Sen.
A tiny village in India where Kamala Harris has ancestral roots is praying for her victory

A tiny village in India where Kamala Harris has ancestral roots is praying for her victory

THULASENDRAPURAM, India (AP) — The temple reverberated with rhythmic Sanskrit and Tamil hymns, as a Hindu priest held a flame before the god.
Lisa Blunt Rochester could make history with a victory in Delaware's US Senate race

Lisa Blunt Rochester could make history with a victory in Delaware's US Senate race

DOVER, Del. (AP) — The U.S. Senate race in Delaware carries the potential of a historic first for residents and their congressional delegation in Washington. U.S. Rep.
McBride and Whalen's US House race sets the stage for a potentially historic outcome

McBride and Whalen's US House race sets the stage for a potentially historic outcome

DOVER, Del. (AP) — Delaware voters are poised to make history as they pick the next occupant of the state's lone seat in the U.S. House. Democrat state Sen.
GOP Reps. Barr and Guthrie seek House chairs with their Kentucky reelection bids

GOP Reps. Barr and Guthrie seek House chairs with their Kentucky reelection bids

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Republican U.S. Reps. Andy Barr and Brett Guthrie are in the running for two committee chair positions that would boost their clout in Congress. First up, though, are their reelection bids to the House Tuesday in Kentucky.
Kentucky voters to decide fate of school choice ballot measure

Kentucky voters to decide fate of school choice ballot measure

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky voters will give their verdict Tuesday on a key education issue, deciding whether state lawmakers should be allowed to allocate tax dollars to support students attending private or charter schools.
Democrat Matt Meyer and Republican Michael Ramone square off in Delaware's gubernatorial contest

Democrat Matt Meyer and Republican Michael Ramone square off in Delaware's gubernatorial contest

DOVER, Del.