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Judge orders hand recount of 4% of vote to settle Atlantic County freeholder at-large race

  • MICHELLE BRUNETTI POST Staff Writer

Atlantic County must recount an additional 4% of the 143,000 ballots cast in the Nov. 3 election, on top of the 2% recently recounted for a state audit, to determine whether results are accurate in the at-large freeholder race.

Republican leader calls for Atlantic County clerk's resignation over 554 wrong ballots

  • MICHELLE BRUNETTI POST Staff Writer

Calling him a “serial offender when it comes to botching our elections,” Atlantic County Republican Chairman Keith Davis on Wednesday called for the resignation of county Clerk Ed McGettigan over his office sending 554 incorrect ballots to Hamilton Township voters.

Cumberland County officials wait for votes to be counted

  • VINCENT JACKSON Staff Writer

While the nation waits for votes to be counted all over, Cumberland County officials are waiting for votes to be counted by the local Board of Elections.

Gov. Burgum appoints successor to deceased North Dakota House victor

Gov. Burgum appoints successor to deceased North Dakota House victor

  • JACK DURA Bismarck Tribune

Gov. Doug Burgum has appointed Wade Boeshans, of Washburn, to the House in place of David Andahl, who died Oct. 5 but won a seat.

In Niagara County, Seaman is elected DA, Filicetti sheriff, Wojtaszek judge

In Niagara County, Seaman is elected DA, Filicetti sheriff, Wojtaszek judge

  • By Thomas J. Prohaska News Niagara Reporter

Republican Brian D. Seaman was elected Niagara County district attorney Tuesday, posting a margin at the polls that was slightly larger than the number of absentee ballots issued.

GALLERY: Van Drew claims victory in 2nd District race for Congress

GALLERY: Van Drew claims victory in 2nd District race for Congress

  • NICHOLAS HUBA Staff Writer
Election preview -- N.C. Senate race: David Wheeler

Election preview -- N.C. Senate race: David Wheeler

    N.C. Senate, District 47

    Election preview -- N.C. House race: Ted Remington

    Election preview -- N.C. House race: Ted Remington

      N.C. House District 85: Avery, McDowell and Mitchell counties

      Election preview -- N.C. House race: Dudley Greene

      Election preview -- N.C. House race: Dudley Greene

        N.C. House District 85: Avery, McDowell and Mitchell counties

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        Pence’s security feared for lives as Trump ignored pleas to call off riot, witnesses say

        Pence’s security feared for lives as Trump ignored pleas to call off riot, witnesses say

        • Tribune News Service, AP

        No time to watch the Jan. 6 committee hearing tonight? Get the takeaways and recap here.

        Watch here as Jan. 6 insurrection hearings proceed tonight

        Watch here as Jan. 6 insurrection hearings proceed tonight

        • Associated Press, PBS

        Watch live as the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol insurrection plans to unveil as-yet-unreleased video, audio and a mass of evidence in its prime-time hearing. 

        Democrats' sweeping bill could change how we vote

        Democrats' sweeping bill could change how we vote

        • By BRIAN SLODYSKO Associated Press

        The stakes are monumental, with potential to shape election outcomes for years to come. It also tests how hard President Joe Biden and his party are willing to fight for their priorities. 

        143 get pardons, clemency in Trump's final hours

        143 get pardons, clemency in Trump's final hours

        • By JONATHAN LEMIRE, ERIC TUCKER and JILL COLVIN Associated Press

        The pardons and commutations announced after midnight Wednesday in the final hours of Trump's White House term included former chief strategist Steve Bannon, rap stars and former members of Congress.

        FBI fears 'insider attack' on inauguration; all troops being vetted

        FBI fears 'insider attack' on inauguration; all troops being vetted

        • By LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press

        The FBI's massive undertaking to review 25,000 troops underscores fears that some people assigned to protect the city could present a threat to the incoming president and other VIPs. No threats are apparent yet.

        Riot recap: FBI's dire warning revealed, and more updates on the insurrection aftermath

        Riot recap: FBI's dire warning revealed, and more updates on the insurrection aftermath

        • Associated Press, CNN

        Nearly a week after the riot, officials are combing through evidence to seek out those behind the brazen attack on the U.S. Capitol. Get all the latest updates here.

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        Marion woman charged with starting wildfire in northern McDowell County

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        Are the polls trustworthy?

        Are the polls trustworthy?

          In 2016, the polling errors that inaccurately predicted a win for Hillary Clinton were dismissed as an anomaly. However, in 2020 the Biden landslide predicted was not forthcoming. Why were the predictions so wrong? A look at the issues and where the polling industry can go from here.

          Election 2020: Waiting for results and lawsuits filed

          Election 2020: Waiting for results and lawsuits filed

            Another day of uncertainty as the election still hangs in the balance. A look at the important states and the intense activity at the count centers. An examination of the various lawsuits that have been filed and what they mean for the coming days.

            Election 2020: Pennsylvania still pending

            Election 2020: Pennsylvania still pending

              Pennsylvania is grabbing all the focus and attention this election cycle. Now, as votes are being counted it could hold the key to the result of the presidential election. The only problem is, it might take a while.

              Watch Now: Will Arizona be a surprising outcome?

              Watch Now: Will Arizona be a surprising outcome?

                The Grand Canyon State has been solidly red for over 50 years, could that change in 2020? Look at what’s happening on the ground in Arizona and how the Senate and presidential races are coming along in this crucial state.

                Watch Now: Who will get the industry vote?

                Watch Now: Who will get the industry vote?

                  President Trump's ability to capture the blue-collar vote in 2016 played a vital role in his win. An evaluation of who this coalition is leaning towards this election cycle.

                  Watch Now: Election Day voter impact

                  Watch Now: Election Day voter impact

                    Election Day is finally upon us, as the final day of in-person polling and campaigning gets underway. A look back at the campaign that was and which voters are set to make a difference this year.

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