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Seattle Mayoral Election: Incumbent Democratic Mayor Bruce Harrell gets tough challenge from activist Katie Wilson as the poll race heats up; who has the edge and when will the ...

Seattle's mayoral race is tightening as incumbent Bruce Harrell faces a strong challenge from progressive activist Katie Wilson. Early results show Harrell leading, but Wilson has gained momentum with ... Read More

AP Race Call: Minneapolis mayor’s race advances to ranked choice voting

The Minneapolis mayor’s race will advance to ranked choice voting after none of the candidates received at least 50% of the vote in Tuesday’s election. Read More

2025 Seattle election: Live updates on early results in key races

Throughout Tuesday, on this page, we’ll be updating readers on voting and elections in Seattle, Washington state and across the United States. Read More

What time do Seattle’s election results come out? Here's when

Residents will be able to view precinct-level election results by 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 7. There will be a secondary drop at 4 p.m. on Nov. 12 before final precinct results become available at 4 p.m. Read More

5 takeaways from Seattle, King County elections

The influence of money in politics yielded some success and some failures in big and small races and there could be a generational shift in regional politicians. Read More

Seattle City Council position 2 election results 2025

The special election for Southeast Seattle’s City Council District 2 seat was triggered when former Councilmember Tammy Morales stepped down in January. Read More

Better voting, better options: This mayoral election could use ranked choice

The New York City mayor’s race has captured the country’s attention. But while many are focused on what it might mean for the future of the Democratic Party, or how President Trump will handle the ... Read More