City & Local

Elections

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Split screen showing a traditional campaign office contrasted with a jubilant grassroots campaign celebrating a narrow election victory.
Best in City

U.S. Primary Elections Deliver Unexpected Outcomes and Voter Shifts

In Iowa, a first-time candidate with a shoestring budget unseated a three-term incumbent by just 27 votes.

Hannah Pierce·June 28, 2026
An empty polling station in Lubbock with a solitary ballot box, illustrating the record low voter turnout for city and school elections.
Community

Low Turnout Expected for City and School Elections

Early voting for Lubbock's city and school elections hit an all-time low compared to May elections dating back to 2006.

Derek Molina·April 30, 2026
Diverse citizens engaged in a city council meeting, highlighting the connection between local government decisions and community well-being.
Community

Your City Council Race Matters: Local Decisions Shape Your Life

Between 2017 and 2018, a chilling statistic emerged from Washington D.

Sophie Nguyen·April 20, 2026