Spanberger, Vega in tight race for Virginia’s 7th District

The contest that could help determine party control of the House is among the country’s most expensive and competitive, with each campaign asserting it has the momentum heading into Election Day.

Midterm Election 2022: Where DMV candidates stand on education

The recently released Nation's Report Card provided a glimpse of the significant learning loss American students are facing since the pandemic. Voters across the DMV are interested to know how their local officials plan to help their children recover. 

Video shows Maryland candidate for governor Dan Cox accepting gift from Proud Boy

A video shows Maryland Republican Dan Cox, who is running for governor, accepting a gift from a young man wearing a shirt with a Proud Boys insignia during the candidate’s primary victory party this summer.

Incorrect voter notices sent out in Virginia towns, officials say

Election officials in Virginia are working to fix an issue where voter notices with incorrect information were sent out to voters.

Maryland's candidates for governor face off in FOX 5 forum

Election day is a couple weeks away and in Maryland, all eyes are on the governor's race. The Democratic nominee Wes Moore and the Republican nominee Dan Cox both agreed to participate in a special forum with FOX 5 in a separated format. 

FOX 5's 2022 Maryland Gubernatorial Forum hosted by Tom Fitzgerald - FULL EPISODE
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For many in Maryland, eyes are on the gubernatorial race between Dan Cox (R) and Wes Moore (D). In this unique forum, you'll hear from each candidate as they get one minute to answer questions from FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald and viewers across Maryland.

Here are the dates you need to know as Election Day 2022 approaches

Election Day is November 8th across the country, but there are different dates for early voting, registration deadlines and more. 

Many remain critical of state of US democracy, new poll reveals

Only about half of Americans have high confidence that votes in the upcoming midterm elections will be counted accurately, according to a new poll.

DC 2022 Election Guide: Where to vote and how to register

The midterms are coming up, and D.C. residents have the opportunity to vote for mayor, city council — and whether the city should do away with the tipped wage. 

Maryland 2022 Election Guide: Where to vote and how to register

Marylanders will be able to elect a new governor, attorney general and comptroller this November — along with dozens of local mayoral races. 

US Supreme Court takes up key voting rights case from Alabama

The justices are hearing arguments Tuesday in an Alabama redistricting case that could have far-reaching effects on minority voting power across the United States.

Maryland judge rules mail-in ballot count can begin this weekend

A Maryland appeals court has rejected a request by Maryland’s Republican gubernatorial nominee to delay counting of mail-in ballots that could start as soon as Saturday.

Pivotal race for Virginia's 7th Congressional district heats up

There are 40 days until Election Day, and one of the most important Congressional races in the 2022 midterms is happening in Virginia.  We’re talking about the 7th Congressional District.

House passes US election law overhaul in response to Jan. 6 Capitol riot

The House has passed legislation to overhaul the rules for certifying the results of a presidential election as lawmakers accelerate their response to the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection and Donald Trump’s failed attempt to remain in power.

Blair concedes to Elrich in Montgomery County Executive race

Marc Elrich, the incumbent Montgomery County Executive, has been declared the 2022 Democratic nominee, according to the Montgomery County Board of Elections and a concession statement by challenger David Blair. This comes 36 days after the primary election took place.

This week's primaries: Top Democrats face off in Florida, New York

Redistricting in New York has two House Democrats battling for the same seat, while two Florida Democrats are competing for their party's nomination to take on Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Election 2022: Liz Cheney in trouble while Sarah Palin eyes comeback

Elections in Wyoming and Alaska on Tuesday could relaunch the political career of a former Republican star and effectively end the career of another.

Election officials certify results in democratic primary for Montgomery Co. Executive

Election officials in Montgomery County have certified election results in the Democratic race for Montgomery County Executive, and according to a tally incumbent Marc Elrich is the primary winner.

102 additional uncounted ballots discovered in Montgomery County primary race

Montgomery County election officials say 102 additional provisional ballots were discovered and will need to be counted delaying the certification in the Democratic primary race for county executive.