Politics
Nick Bowman
Amid chaotic race for White House, few surprises for Washington voters on Election Night
Despite uncertainty surrounding the results of the presidential election, there were very few surprises for Washington state voters on Election Night.6 years ago
Dave Ross
Ross: A modest proposal for fixing how we tally votes after Election Day
All the votes are technically in, but the counting process has turned into one giant tease -- here's what we can do to fix that.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Jaime Herrera Beutler leads in Congressional District 3 race
Jaime Herrera Beutler leads in the race for Washington state’s 3rd Congressional District, according to updated election results on Wednesday, with 54% of the vote.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Kim Schrier leading in Washington’s 8th Congressional District
As of Wednesday afternoon, Kim Schrier was leading in the race for Washington's 8th Congressional District, by a margin of 53% to 47% over challenger Jesse Jensen.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Tarleton concedes as Wyman holds lead in race for Washington Secretary of State
In early results, Kim Wyman is leading with 52% of the vote against Gael Tarleton the race for Washington's Secretary of State. That number held on Wednesday, too.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Chris Reykdal leads in race for Superintendent of Public Instruction
In what has become somewhat of a closely watched local race, Chris Reykdal is leading with 56% of the vote in early results for Washington state's Superintendent of Public Instruction.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Sexual education bill Referendum 90 approved in early returns
In initial tallies, Referendum 90, a bill that would enact comprehensive K-12 sexual education statewide, is currently passing with 59.5% voting in favor.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bob Ferguson signals victory in race for Washington Attorney General
Bob Ferguson is in the lead over Matt Larkin in the race for Washington Attorney General, according to early election results.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bruce Dammeier leads in early results for Pierce County Executive
Incumbent Bruce Dammeier (54%) is in the lead over Larry Seaquist (46%) in the race for Pierce County Executive, according to early election results.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Ed Troyer holds early lead in race for Pierce County Sheriff
Ed Troyer (64%) is in the lead over Cyndie Fajardo (32%) in the race for Pierce County Sheriff, according to early election results.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Denny Heck leads in race for lieutenant governor in early results
Denny Heck (47%) is in the lead over Marko Liias (34%) in the race for Washington state's Lieutenant Governor, according to early election results.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Jay Inslee declares victory in Washington state’s race for governor
With the initial ballots tallied, Jay Inslee has declared victory in the race for Washington’s governor against Loren Culp after garnering 59% of the vote.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle Proposition 1 concerning transit funding approved in early results
A "yes" vote on Seattle Proposition 1 supports renewing a sales tax to fund transit projects for six years, increasing the tax from 0.1% to 0.15%.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
King County Proposition 1 passing in early vote tallies
King County Proposition 1 -- a measure distributing $1.74 billion in bonds to Seattle's Harborview Medical Center -- is passing in early ballot returns.6 years ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Dr. Rasmussen: We need elected leadership with ‘decided public health plan’
To end the COVID-19 pandemic and prevent future pandemics, Columbia virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen emphasized the need for a public health plan.6 years ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
WA Secretary of State confident we’ll see meaningful results on election night
Millions of people have already cast their ballots in Washington state and the Secretary of State's Office is thrilled about the turnout.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
Key races to watch in Washington state, as Dems and GOP vie for control
The race for the presidency is the big draw for many this Election Day, but there is much more on the Washington state ballot to keep an eye on.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
King County officials ready for the challenge of record-setting election
As King County continues to receive record-breaking numbers of ballots, officials feel confident that they're ready for any number of potential challenges.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
Overlapping issues in race for state superintendent, Referendum 90
The race for the non-partisan Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction is typically a pretty tame contest compared to many other races, but not this year.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Live Election Day 2020 updates: Trump says ‘we’ve already won it’
Follow MyNorthwest as it updates the latest election news, results and more for the Nov. 3, 2020 United States election.6 years ago
Dave Ross
Ross: Take a deep breath on Election Day
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross says the important thing now is to breathe deeply and make our system work, because some people are all too ready to impose their own system if it doesn’t.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
How to vote last minute in Washington state
If you haven't registered to vote yet, it's not too late. In Washington state, you can register on Election Day at an official voting center until 8 p.m.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
City of Seattle makes preparations for safety ahead of election night
The City of Seattle has been planning for a "wide range of scenarios" possible on election night, but has no intelligence of known threats as of Monday.6 years ago
