Virginians cast their ballots Tuesday in an unusually-timed primary that settled a statewide Republican contest for the U.S. Senate and determined several of Virginia’s most closely watched congressional matchups for the November election. Retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Bert Mizusawa won the GOP’s nomination to challenge longtime Democratic U.S. Senator Mark Warner, while incumbents and […]
Key EventsAug. 4, 2026 9:01 am Heading to the polls? Here’s what to know.Heading to the polls? Here’s what to know.By Staff Report - Tuesday August 4, 2026 9:01 amWe’re covering Virginia’s primary races today, including the GOP contest to challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Mark Warner and key elections in the 1st, 2nd, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th Congressional Districts.Polls opened at 6 a.m. and will close at 7 p.m. (you can still vote if you’re in line at closing time). Check your voter registration status and polling place through the Virginia Department of Elections voter portal.Check our live blog for updates from around the state, starting at 9 a.m. Here’s everything you need to know before you vote.Want to know more about the candidates and issues shaping the races? Check out our Voter Guide.Virginia votes Tuesday: Everything you need to know about the 2026 primary elections
Virginia Democrats lost the congressional map they hoped would help them win as many as four Republican-held seats in this year’s midterm elections. Pete Buttigieg says they may not need it. The former U.S. transportation secretary and 2020 presidential candidate said Democrats can still make significant gains under Virginia’s existing map if they field competent […]
