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Alaska Extends Absentee In-Person Voting to Include Election Day in Permanent Absentee Voting Communities

Alaska Extends Absentee In-Person Voting to Include Election Day in Permanent Absentee Voting Communities

The Alaska Division of Elections has announced an extension of absentee in-person voting to include Election Day, November 3, in select Permanent Absentee Voting communities within Region 4. This decision comes in response to feedback from absentee voting officials regarding voters who inquired about continuing absentee voting on Primary Election Day. The Division of Elections values the positive experiences reported by those who were able to assist voters during that time. The Elections website will be updated as additional Permanent Absentee Voting communities confirm their extended Election Day availability. Voters in Region 4 can direct inquiries and concerns to the Region 4 Office via email or phone.

Trump Administration's Noncitizen Voting Crackdown Yields 160 Arrests, Experts Cite Rarity of Cases

Trump Administration's Noncitizen Voting Crackdown Yields 160 Arrests, Experts Cite Rarity of Cases

The Trump administration's extensive efforts to identify and prosecute noncitizens illegally registered on state voter rolls have resulted in approximately 1,600 voter fraud cases and 160 arrests, according to Matthew Millhollin, a senior official with Homeland Security Investigations. These figures were released just six weeks before the November midterms. The administration has redirected federal resources and hundreds of employees to investigate alleged foul play in elections, driven by President Trump's claims of widespread noncitizen voting. However, these numbers fall significantly short of the hundreds of thousands of noncitizen voters previously suggested by President Trump and the Department of Homeland Security. Election officials and experts, including David Becker, a former U.S. Justice Department attorney, assert that these figures confirm the rarity of voter fraud, particularly noncitizen voting. The Justice Department reported charging 70 individuals with unlawful voting and registration off...

Asheville Citizen-Times

What to know about mail-in voting for the 2026 midterms

What to know about mail-in voting for the 2026 midterms

The Supreme Court blocked the Trump administration from imposing new rules on mail-in voting before the November midterm elections. That means nothing has changed for voters — and mail-in voting can proceed as planned.

Ohio Considers Constitutional Amendment for Voter ID Requirements Amidst Early Voting Preparations

Ohio Considers Constitutional Amendment for Voter ID Requirements Amidst Early Voting Preparations

Ohio is preparing for early voting, which begins on October 6, with a significant ballot measure, Issue 3, proposing to enshrine a voter ID requirement in the state constitution. While Ohio law already mandates voters to provide identification, proponents of Issue 3 argue that a constitutional amendment is necessary to prevent future general assemblies from altering the law. This move is seen by some as a way to solidify voter ID requirements, ensuring their permanence. Early voting in Ohio will allow citizens to cast ballots in advance, either by mail or in person. Absentee ballots will begin to be mailed out on October 6, with a deadline of October 27 for applications. In-person early voting will also commence on October 6 at designated county locations. The ballot for the upcoming election includes races for governor, attorney general, secretary of state, auditor, and treasurer, as well as a U.S. Senate seat and all 99 seats in the Ohio House of Representatives. The Ohio Redistricting Commission recentl...

Coastal Flooding and High Winds Hit Jersey Shore

Coastal Flooding and High Winds Hit Jersey Shore

A storm system is impacting the Jersey Shore and parts of Delaware, bringing high winds, coastal flooding, and beach erosion. The National Weather Service has issued a First Alert for these conditions, which are expected to persist through Thursday evening. Winds off the coast of New Jersey are forecasted to reach speeds of up to 40 mph, with ocean waves ranging from 8 to 15 feet high. The storm is also causing elevated flood risks during high tide, particularly in coastal and bayside communities in New Jersey's Sussex County and Delaware's Kent County. Areas around Rehoboth Bay and the Indian River are at risk of major tidal flooding. The storm is expected to linger for several days, with a Nor’easter potentially moving in by Saturday.

Coastal Flood and Rip Current Warnings for Delaware Beaches

Coastal Flood and Rip Current Warnings for Delaware Beaches

The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings for Delaware beaches, including a Coastal Flood Warning, High Surf Advisory, and High Rip Current Risk. These warnings are in effect until Saturday evening, September 26, 2026. Large breaking waves of 6 to 12 feet are expected in the surf zone, along with one to two feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas. Dangerous rip currents and significant beach erosion are also anticipated. Residents and visitors are urged to take precautions as these conditions could lead to widespread roadway flooding and damage to vulnerable structures.

The Columbus Dispatch

Why isn’t Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine running for re-election in 2026?

Why isn’t Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine running for re-election in 2026?

Ohio will vote for governor on Election Day 2026 as Mike DeWine ends his second term. Can he run again this year? Ohio law has the answer.

Delaware Regulators Host Second Public Comment Session on Delmarva Rate Case

Delaware Regulators Host Second Public Comment Session on Delmarva Rate Case

Delaware Regulators Host Second Public Comment Session on Delmarva Rate Case

Coastal Flood and Gale Warnings for Delaware and Maryland

Coastal Flood and Gale Warnings for Delaware and Maryland

A Coastal Flood Warning and Gale Warning are in effect for Delaware and Maryland, including the Delmarva region, as hazardous coastal conditions develop. The Coastal Flood Warning is active until 2:00 AM EDT on Saturday, with water levels expected to rise 1 to 2 feet above ground level in low-lying areas. The Gale Warning, in effect until 8:00 PM EDT on Thursday, warns of winds reaching 25 to 35 knots and gusts up to 50 knots. Seas are forecast to build to 8 to 15 feet, creating dangerous conditions for marine activities. Source time: not specified.

Trump-Backed Missouri Congressional Map Returns to Supreme Court for Third Review

Trump-Backed Missouri Congressional Map Returns to Supreme Court for Third Review

The U.S. Supreme Court is once again reviewing a congressional map for Missouri, marking the third time this map, supported by President Trump, has come before the court. This latest appeal follows an unusual ruling by a federal appeals court that ordered the reinstatement of the GOP-friendly map. The new map was designed to potentially secure an additional U.S. House seat for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections, which will determine control of Congress. Previously, the Supreme Court had twice blocked the implementation of this map. The Missouri Supreme Court had ruled that the new districts could not take effect without voter approval through a statewide referendum. The Supreme Court has given proponents of the new map until midday Wednesday to submit their response to the latest appeal. This ongoing dispute has created significant confusion for over a million potential voters in Missouri, as absentee voting is already underway using the districts adopted in 2022.

Hunter fatally shoots woman he had mistaken for deer, troopers say

Hunter fatally shoots woman he had mistaken for deer, troopers say

The victim had been walking through an open field with a man and two children.

Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Delaware Areas

Coastal Flood Advisory Issued for Delaware Areas

A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Kent and Inland Sussex counties in Delaware from 4 PM to 10 PM EDT on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Additionally, a Coastal Flood Watch has been issued for the same areas, effective from Wednesday afternoon through late Thursday night. The advisory warns of up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. The watch anticipates one to two feet of inundation, with moderate tidal flooding potentially continuing through Friday evening's high tide. These conditions are attributed to a cold front that has brought cooler, damp weather to the region.