Kansas Races Stay Close as Audit Begins
Six statewide races remain too close to call, and Johnson County will begin a state-mandated close election audit on Monday.
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Kansas Election News
Coverage of elections in Kansas focuses on candidate campaigns, voting procedures and electoral results. Reporting follows the mechanics of the democratic process across the state.
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November 6, 2026
Johnson County Turnout Hits 62.2% in MidtermJohnson County, Kansas's most populous county, recorded its second-highest midterm turnout in 20 years as the state's governor race drew a state audit.
November 5, 2026
Kansas Voters Approve Voting Eligibility AmendmentThe constitutional change clarifies who qualifies as an elector in the state, passing with almost two-thirds support.
November 4, 2026
Rahjes Wins Reelection in Kansas House District 110Republican Ken Rahjes secured another term representing the Agra-area district in unofficial results.
November 4, 2026
Adam Hamilton Wins Kansas Senate SeatHamilton becomes the first Democrat Kansas has sent to the Senate in 94 years.
November 4, 2026
Estes Wins Reelection in Kansas 4th DistrictRepublican Ron Estes won another term representing Kansas' 4th Congressional District over Democrat Katy Tyndell and Libertarian Drew Cranmer.
November 3, 2026
Davids, Jenkins, Hohe Vie for Kansas 3rdIncumbent Democrat Sharice Davids faces Republican Eric Jenkins and Libertarian Steve Hohe in the November 3, 2026 general election.
November 3, 2026
Kansas Elects New Secretary of State Nov. 3Three candidates are competing to replace Scott Schwab, who chose not to seek reelection, as the state's chief elections officer.
November 3, 2026
Kansas Voters Head to Polls in Midterm ElectionCandidates made a final pitch to voters Tuesday as Kansas and several national races prepare for the November 3 general election.
November 2, 2026
Kansas Governor Race Tightens Before Election DayRepublican Ty Masterson and Democrat Cindy Holscher face a close contest as voters decide on Nov. 3.
November 1, 2026
Kobach Orders Bluestem Kansas to Halt Voter IncentivesKansas Attorney General warns the group against offering financial incentives tied to voting in the Nov. 3 general election.
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