Nov. 8, 2022, Midterm Election Roundup
Here are the results of every race WVUA 23 is covering in the 2022 Midterm Election. This list will be updated frequently throughout the night. Statewide races: [gtx_elections…
alabama election
Britt eyes Senate win in Alabama, faces Boyd, Sophocleus
By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala (AP) - Republican Katie Britt could become the first woman elected to the U.S Senate from Alabama as she seeks to capture the seat held by retiring GOP Sen. Richard Shelby. Britt faces…
Alabama's open congressional seat to be decided Tuesday
The Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Alabama’s only open congressional seat will be decided as Republican Dale Strong faces Democrat Kathy Warner-Stanton and Libertarian P. J. Greer in the race for Alabama’s 5th Congressional District. The north Alabama district…
Alabama: What to expect on election night
By The Associated Press Republicans are looking to maintain their current lock on all statewide offices in Alabama. The race to replace 88-year-old U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby is the marquee contest. Shelby is retiring after six terms. GOP nominee Katie…
Election Results: Alabama Primary Runoff June 21
Here are the unofficial results of the June 21 Alabama Primary Runoffs. Results will be certified by July 6. Statewide runoffs - Democrat Statewide runoffs - GOP Regional…
Cooke, Sorrell to compete in GOP runoff for state auditor
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - State Rep. Andrew Sorrell of Muscle Shoals and Kimberly pastor Stan Cooke were the top two vote-getters in the GOP primary for state auditor and will compete in a runoff. Sorrell led balloting on Tuesday. He…
Alabama congressional races to feature one runoff in June
By The Associated Press Control of Alabama’s seven-member congressional delegation likely will remain in Republican hands, but not without a contest. Two GOP candidates are in a runoff for the open District 5 seat in north Alabama. And three Republican…
As voters head to the polls, some candidates are neck and neck
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Asher Redd Alabama's Primary election features plenty of mega-tight races and major spending, and Secretary of State John Merrill said every voter's voice matters. "This election is always…
Alabama's Primaries: How and why to vote
Alabama's Primary election is happening May 24, and anyone eligible to vote is encouraged to do so. This election will decide the Democratic and Republican candidates who make it onto the General Election ballot in the Nov. 8 election, including…
Ivey stresses record, opponents challenge her on it
By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey is seeking to avoid a runoff in Tuesday's Republican primary, while her challengers are seeking to push her into one. During a Monday campaign stop in Huntsville,…
Ivey, challengers race to right in Alabama GOP primary
By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press Alabama’s Republican primary has become a race to the right, with candidates staking out extreme positions on abortion, immigration and LGBTQ issues. The race was supposed to be a cakewalk for Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey…
Alabama Primary Primer: Who’s Who in the Gubernatorial Race
By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Jas Orr Alabama’s primary election is May 24. This year, there is a large pool of candidates for both the Democratic and Republican party. Here's a look at the candidates. Republican Candidates Gov. Kay Ivey…
Alabama Democrat candidates in Tuscaloosa this weekend
While Alabama's 2022 elections aren't until Nov. 8, the primaries for the GOP and Democratic tickets are happening next month. The Tuscaloosa County Democratic Party is hosting a meet-your-candidates event…
Election reminder: Alabama absentee voting deadlines are looming
Alabama's primary elections are happening May 24, and state Secretary of State John Merrill is reminding voters that there are only a few weeks left to apply for an absentee ballot. “The…
Gubernatorial candidate demands immediate gas tax repeal
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Elise Anzaldua A candidate on the GOP ticket for Alabama's governor's race was in Tuscaloosa on Tuesday, encouraging Gov. Kay Ivey to suspend and repeal Alabama's 2019…
Voting absentee in May's primary election? Here's what you need to know
By WVUA 23 News Reporter Gracie Fusco Voters interested in Alabama's primaries who are voting absentee must be on the ball to ensure their ballot is accepted. Alabama's Republican and Democratic primaries are happening…
Tripp Powell announces end of state senate bid
After losing his spot on the 2022 Republican Primary ballot for State Senate District 21 earlier this month, candidate Tripp Powell is handing in the towel. After Powell's ouster from the GOP primary, Powell said he wasn't sure if he'd…
