Election Day

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Governor sets special election dates for House District 73 races

Gov. Kay Ivey set the special primary election for March 30 and the general for July 13.

December 31, 2020

Thinking: I’ll know it when I see it

"Have we accumulated so much knowledge that we know nothing?"

November 30, 2020

Turnout for presidential election shatters record in Alabama

"The driving force had to unquestionably be driven by a fervor to vote for President Donald Trump."

November 18, 2020

Poll watchers in Alabama report massive turnout, long waits and machine shortages

One observer spoke to multiple people in long lines who vowed that they are ready to wait all night if they have to.

November 3, 2020

Voters in line can’t be turned away when polls close, SPLC advises

“It is imperative for voters to remember that if they are in line before voting closes, they have the right to remain in line and cast their ballots,” said Nancy Abudu, deputy legal director for the SPLC.

November 3, 2020

Birmingham police are prepared for Election Day, mayor’s office says

Even though there are no known threats, the city's leadership and its police are committed to keeping people and polling places safe.

November 3, 2020

Secretary of State applauds utilities for restoring power to polling places

“Following the power outages caused by Hurricane Zeta, electric companies across the State of Alabama have stepped up to see that no polling place is left without power on Election Day."

November 3, 2020

We’re just hours from Election Day. Do you have a plan to vote?

"Alabama’s working people deserve better, and on Nov. 3, we have the opportunity to make it truly great."

October 30, 2020

Election Day is next week

This will be a memorable and historical election year. This 2020 pandemic year is hopefully only a once in a century event.

October 28, 2020

Madison County Commission won’t open courthouse for Saturday voting

At least 12 other counties in the state have expanded to Saturday voting, and 10 more have posted notices of expanded hours in the coming weeks.

October 14, 2020