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Democrats aim to sweep most US governor elections after wins in key states

Party sees historic victories with Gina Hinojosa’s stunning upset in Texas and Georgia’s Keisha Lance Bottoms becoming first Black female governor in US Democrats are hoping to…

Democrats score major upsets in Texas, S.C. and Kansas and more results

Democrats scored two major upsets in Texas​ and South Carolina​, states President Trump won by double digits two years ago.

Democrat Wins a Kansas Senate Seat for the First Time Since 1932

The Rev. Adam Hamilton, a centrist Democrat, ousted Senator Roger Marshall, a Republican who was bogged down by President Trump’s unpopularity.

Democrats win House and lead in key Senate races as midterm results come in

Democrats have won control of the House and are leading in Senate races in multiple red states, in a 2026 midterm election that is widely viewed as a rebuke of President Trump.…

Democrats on brink of retaking Senate from Republicans after series of historic wins

Landmark victories in Texas, Ohio, North Carolina and South Carolina set to give party control of chamber US midterm elections – live updates Track live results from all 50 states…

Democrat David Crowley will be Wisconsin's first Black governor

Democrat David Crowley defeated Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany in a campaign that focused on "lowering costs for working families" and bringing more jobs to Wisconsin.

What can Democrats actually do now that they have flipped Congress?

Democrats have taken back the House of Representatives and and the Senate. Here’s what having a majority in both chambers means for them – and Donald Trump US midterm elections –…

Trump says GOP lost because he wasn't on ballot, is "willing to accept" results

President Trump said Republicans would have won Tuesday's midterm elections had he been on the ballot. Why it matters: After raging on social media before major races were called,…

Adam Hamilton wins Kansas Senate race in another Democratic upset

Democratic Reverend Adam Hamilton defeated GOP Sen. Roger Marshall in the Kansas Senate race, CBS News projects, unseating the incumbent in a major upset.

Missouri Voters Reject Republican Attempt to Restore Ban on Abortions

Missourians established a right to abortion two years ago, overturning a near-total ban. Republican lawmakers asked them to reverse course this year.

Adam Hamilton becomes the first Democratic senator from Kansas in nearly a century

Democrat Adam Hamilton beat Sen. Roger Marshall, a fierce loyalist to President Trump, per a race call by the Associated Press.

Missourians reject ballot proposal that would have re-imposed an abortion ban

Missouri voters defeated a measure that would have banned abortion just two years after voters legalized abortion in another vote. Voters in Missouri legalized abortion two years…

US midterm elections 2026 live updates: Democrats flip key Senate seats and edge toward control of Congress

James Talarico defeats Trump loyalist Ken Paxton; Sherrod Brown defeats incumbent John Husted; Trump says he will accept results in a dire night for Republicans Track live results…

High school volleyball: 5 Peoria-area teams advance to IHSA sectional finals

Five Peoria-area teams -- Tremont, Illini Bluffs, Eureka, Washington and Limestone -- advanced in the 2026 IHSA girls volleyball postseason. Here are their latest victories and…

Democrats capture full control of Congress, NBC News projects, fueled by victories in deeply Republican states

President Donald Trump told voters to pretend he was on the ballot in this year’s midterm elections.

Gina Hinojosa Wins Texas Governor Race in Major Upset, Defeating Greg Abbott

State Representative Gina Hinojosa defeated Gov. Greg Abbott, denying him a fourth term and becoming the first Hispanic candidate elected to lead the state.

Democrats win House majority as Trump approval at historic low

Democrats have won control of the House in the 2026 election, CBS News projects. Follow the midterm election results here, as polls begin to close.

Democrat Adam Hamilton pulls off upset over GOP Sen. Roger Marshall in Kansas

Rev. Adam Hamilton has defeated Republican Sen.

Max Alexander scores 19 to lead Houston Christian over Louisiana Christian 108-45 in opener

HOUSTON (AP) — Max Alexander scored 19 points to help Houston Christian defeat Louisiana College 108-45 on Tuesday night in a season opener.Alexander also contributed five assists…

The blue wave is cresting: GOP braces for midterm wipeout

"This is the worst electoral defeat in my lifetime and likely in history," said one GOP operative.

Rob Sand Is Elected Iowa Governor, Ending Republicans’ Hold on the Seat

A hunter and former prosecutor, Mr. Sand avoided traditional Democratic labels and cast himself as dedicated to Iowans first.

Dwyane Wade asserts that Tyrese Maxey is the 76ers' main man in the stacked roster

Tyrese Maxey is standing out amongst the stacked 76ers roster.

Democrat Rob Sand wins Iowa governor's race, ending GOP control of the office

Democratic State Auditor Rob Sand stressed affordability and often talked about how his Christian faith guides him.

G.O.P. Holds Florida

Ashley Moody, a Republican, defeated Angie Nixon, a Democrat, in the U.S. Senate race in Florida, but Ms. Nixon did well in some Hispanic-majority counties. Our election data…

Democrat Rob Sand flips control of the Iowa governorship

State Auditor Rob Sand will be the next governor of Iowa, NBC News projects, making him the first Democrat to be elected to the office in 20 years.

Gina Hinojosa projected to win Texas governor's race

NBC News projects that Democrat Gina Hinojosa will win Texas' race for governor, unseating Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.

Sherrod Brown Regains an Ohio Senate Seat in Crucial Win for Democrats

Ousted two years ago by a Republican challenger, Mr. Brown returns to Washington in the seat once held by Vice President JD Vance.

Democrat Sherrod Brown wins Ohio Senate race in major blow to Republicans

Brown makes successful return to US Senate after voters reject Republican incumbent Jon Husted US midterm elections – live updates Track live results from all 50 states Democrat…

Xavier Becerra Becomes California’s First Latino Elected as Governor, Defeating Steve Hilton

Xavier Becerra, a Democrat who has served in various roles at the state and federal level, will succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.

MIDTERMS BECOME GOP DEBACLE

Republicans lost Senate seats in South Carolina and Texas , AP projects, once-unthinkable results as Democrats have come within reach of taking control of both chambers of…

Missouri voters turn down a Republican-backed congressional map

Missouri voters have denied a Republican-backed congressional map that wound its way through the courts before ultimately ending up on the state's ballot.

US midterm elections 2026: live results from Senate, House and governor races in all 50 states

Latest results suggest the Democrats are almost certain to seize control of the House, and very likely to take over the Senate majority. Find live updating results in full here.…

Miami tops 1st CFP rankings as date with No. 11 Notre Dame looms

The 8-0 Miami Hurricanes, equipped with two Heisman Trophy contenders in quarterback Darian Mensah and wide receiver Malachi Toney, took the No. 1 spot in the College Football…

Sources: Ex-QB Wilson interviews with NC State, joins Rivers as HC candidate

Russell Wilson interviewed for the head coaching job at NC State on Tuesday, joining Philip Rivers as prominent candidates, sources told ESPN.

MLB proposes delaying salary cap until 2028 amid start of free agency, labor uncertainty

Major League Baseball has proposed delaying the implementation of a salary cap until 2028 while it puts into place other elements of its labor offer for 2027.

Texas Turns Blue: How James Talarico, Gina Hinojosa Broke Dems’ 36-Year Losing Streak

Why Talarico and Hinojosa managed to flip both Texas’ U.S. Senate seat and governor’s mansion.

Democrat Sherrod Brown unseats Sen. Jon Husted in Ohio, completing comeback bid

Democratic former Sen. Sherrod Brown has prevailed in one of the year’s most combative and expensive Senate races, beating Republican incumbent Jon Husted, NBC News projects.

Talarico flips Texas Senate seat in historic Democratic breakthrough

Democrat James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton in Texas' closely watched U.S. Senate race, delivering a historic breakthrough for Democrats in a state Republicans have…

Oregon Sen. Merkley wins reelection bid

Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley (D) is projected to win reelection after a smooth race, according to The Hill's partner Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Merkley was leading Republican David…

Democrat Gina Hinojosa takes down Texas Gov. Greg Abbott in stunning result

Hinojosa, a state representative, will be Texas’ first Democratic governor in more than three decades and its first Hispanic governor, NBC News projects.

GOP New Jersey Rep. Van Drew loses to Democrat Zack Mullock

Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.), who originally entered the House as a Democrat before President Trump's first impeachment, lost to Democrat Zack Mullock in the race to lead New…

Jacqui Irwin holds onto retiring Brownley's House seat for Democrats

Democrat Jacqui Irwin (D), a state assemblymember, is projected to replace retiring Rep. Julia Brownley (D-Calif.) and lead California's 26th Congressional District, according to…

Former Trump aide says Republicans should've focused more on issues voters care about

NPR's Juana Summers talks with former Trump aide Sonny Joy Nelson about where some GOP candidates fell short tonight.

Democrat ousts De la Cruz in key Texas House race, flipping battleground seat

Democrat and Tejano music star Bobby Pulido will defeat Republican Rep. Monica De la Cruz in the race for Texas’s 15th Congressional District, Decision Desk HQ projects, a big win…

Xavier Becerra Declared Winner of California Governor’s Race

Xavier Becerra has been declared the winner of the California governor’s race, easily swatting away a challenge from Republican Steve Hilton. Becerra, the Democrat, ran on a…

Talarico wins Texas Senate race, ending decades of Republican dominance

This is a breaking news story.

GOP hopeful Eric Barlow wins Wyoming governor's race

Wyoming state Sen. Eric Barlow (R) is projected to defeat Democrat Ken Casner and Constitution Party candidate Rebecca Bextel in the state's gubernatorial race, according to…

Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra wins California governor’s race

Becerra, a longtime fixture in Democratic politics in the state, beat Republican Steve Hilton, NBC News projects.

Fairfield Union girls soccer wins regional semifinal vs Tri-Valley

Fairfield Union girls' soccer team advances to the regional championship after a shutout win over Tri-Valley Tuesday night.

Hagerty wins second Senate term in Tennessee

Tennessee Sen. Bill Hagerty (R) is projected to secure a second term in the upper chamber, according to Decision Desk HQ. Hagerty, the former U.S. ambassador to Japan, defeated…

St. Andrew's volleyball sees historic season come up short in semifinal

St. Andrew's volleyball lost against Trinity Catholic in the Class 2A state semifinal but can look back at the deepest playoff run in program history.

Eagles’ Sean Mannion gives honest evaluation of Tanner McKee after 3rd start

Since Jalen Hurts’ 2026 NFL season came to an end before Week 6 , the Philadelphia Eagles have been Tanner McKee’s team , and the results have been… mixed. On one hand, the Eagles…

Kristi Noem blames GOP election results on Trump's first year successes

Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Tuesday the second Trump administration was “too successful” in its first year, a comment which came as unfavorable GOP…

Nervous Republicans await results at Paxton’s Texas election party

Texas Republicans are anxiously waiting to see if the state’s attorney general can hold off his Democrat challenger.

Democrat James Talarico turns Texas Senate seat blue, defeating Ken Paxton

Talarico has made history in Texas, notching a Democratic Senate victory there for the first time since 1988, NBC News projects.

Democrat Benson wins race to succeed Whitmer in Michigan

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D) is projected to defeat Republican Rep. John James in the state’s gubernatorial race, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Benson…

Adam Hamilton flips Senate seat blue in Kansas

Adam Hamilton, a Democrat and pastor, is projected to win the Senate race in Kansas, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), all but ensuring a Senate majority for his party.…

'The Buffalo Miracle': HBO Max drops trailer, release date for Josh Allen-produced documentary

The short documentary on the once-in-a-generation Buffalo blizzard will be released on Nov. 24.

Jaylen Brown reveals he owns, plays 18th-century golden harp

The Sixers guard's Boston apartment contains possession of some rare pieces.

Trump Says in Interview That He Will Accept Election Results

In an interview with two Times reporters, President Trump blamed the G.O.P.’s losses on the fact that he was not on the ballot and said he was willing to work with Democrats.

Democrat Amy Acton wins Ohio’s race for governor

Democrat Amy Acton has won Ohio’s race for governor, defeating Republican businessman Vivek Ramaswamy, NBC News projects.

Biden’s revenge: His alumni are winning in the midterms

The former president wasn’t a prominent force on the trail, but some of his one-time staffers have won high profile races on Tuesday night.

Figures defends redrawn Alabama House seat in major victory for Democrats

Alabama Rep. Shomari Figures (D) is projected to win a second term on Capitol Hill in a major blow to the GOP, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Figures defeated GOP state…

Former local news anchor Stelson unseats Perry in Pennsylvania's 10th District

Rep. Scott Perry (R-Pa.), an ally to President Trump, is projected to lose to Democratic opponent Janelle Stelson, according to The Hill’s election partner Decision Desk HQ…

5 DSA candidates are elected to the House in a historic night for their movement

The candidates tapped into voter frustration with the political status quo and will now look to translate their success into policy wins that push Democrats further to the left.

Deb Haaland Is First Native American Woman to Be Elected Governor After New Mexico Win

The former congresswoman and interior secretary pledged to resist the Trump administration. She will be the nation’s first female Native American governor.

As Trump’s Midterm Deadline Looms, Gulf Countries Brace for Possible Renewal of Iran War

The energy-rich Gulf Arab countries are engaged in a flurry of mediation efforts to avert war between the U.S. and Iran, as many fear that the fighting will be worse this time…

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs wins reelection, defeating GOP election denier

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs will win the governor's race, CBS News projects, besting Trump ally Rep. Andy Biggs.

Deb Haaland wins New Mexico governor's race

Democrat Deb Haaland is projected to defeat her Republican opponent Gregg Hull in New Mexico's gubernatorial race, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Haaland, who served as…

Midterm elections could jolt stocks as Democrats look poised to sweep Congress

Wall Street weighs how the 2026 midterms could affect stocks, Treasury yields, artificial intelligence, energy prices, banks, defense and healthcare.

Highlights of 2026 election night across the US – in pictures

As polls close and election results roll in, Americans across the country wait in anticipation and celebrate announced outcomes US midterm elections – live updates Track live…

Anthony Zurcher: Democrats push deep into Republican territory with historic wins

Two Senate races that a year ago were thought to be battlegrounds turned out to be slam-dunks for the Democrats.

Ossoff wins reelection in Georgia holding Senate seat for Democrats

Jon Ossoff has been reelected to the Senate in Georgia holding on to a key seat for the Democrats.

Democrats Win House, Poised to Take Senate

In an outcome seen as a backlash to President Donald Trump, Democrats were projected as easily capturing a majority of seats in the House of Representatives in the 2026 midterm…

Democrats retake House majority after 4 years

The change in the balance of power sets up a clash with the Trump administration on oversight and other legislative priorities.

Zach Dembo, a Democrat, Defeats Ralph Alvarado in Republican-Leaning House Seat in Kentucky

The outcome in the state’s red Sixth District was a sign of Democratic strength in an area that voted heavily for President Trump two years ago.

Democrat Gina Hinojosa stuns Abbott, makes history as first Latina Texas governor

Gina Hinojosa defeated Greg Abbott by campaigning against school vouchers and corporate influence, but her strategy tying Abbott to Trump proved pivotal.

EU urges action as Germany, Romania and UK report supermarket cyberattacks

EU says supermarket hacks in at least 11 countries are 'not isolated', but a Romanian official suspects no state actor.

Trump's gamble on Ken Paxton backfires as Democrat pulls off historic Texas Senate upset

James Talarico flipped Texas' Senate seat for Democrats after Trump's backing of Ken Paxton backfired amid corruption allegations and a GOP schism.

California voters decide who will succeed Newsom in consequential governor's race

Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton battled over housing costs, homelessness and Trump in the race to succeed Gavin Newsom as governor.