Hochul Wins New York Governor's Race
Incumbent Kathy Hochul claims victory in the 2026 New York gubernatorial election, with the Working Families Party exceeding its turnout goal.
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New York Election News
In New York, election news means campaigns, voting mechanics and results. This page covers candidate announcements, polling, finance disclosures and legislative updates.
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November 7, 2026
Western New York Election Races Draw FocusA WXXI Connections podcast episode discusses projected winners and competitive races in Western New York ahead of the November 4, 2026 election.
November 5, 2026
Blakeman Attacks Stefanik Over Campaign LossBlakeman publicly criticized Elise Stefanik on X after losing the New York governor's race to Kathy Hochul by 20 points.
November 5, 2026
Mattera Wins Reelection to State SenateRepublican incumbent Mario Mattera retains the 2nd Senate district seat while Democrats flip a long-held Republican Assembly seat in Huntington.
November 5, 2026
Mannion Vows Checks on Trump Power After WinRep. John Mannion, who won reelection in New York's 22nd District, said Congress has failed to check executive power since Trump's second term began.
November 5, 2026
Democrats Sweep Western New York RacesTim Kennedy, Kathy Hochul and Leah Halton-Pope lead Democratic gains across the region on Election Day.
November 5, 2026
Bynoe Wins Re-Election in 6th Senate DistrictIncumbent Siela Bynoe leads challenger Matthew Capp in unofficial results from the 6th Senatorial District, which covers parts of Nassau County.
November 5, 2026
Kassay Leads Sussman in 4th Assembly DistrictDemocratic incumbent Rebecca Kassay holds a commanding lead over Republican challenger Will Sussman in unofficial results.
November 4, 2026
Constantino Narrowly Wins NY-21 Congressional SeatRepublican Anthony Constantino edged Democrat Blake Gendebien in Congressional District 21, while several state legislative seats in the region changed hands.
November 4, 2026
Claire Valdez Wins New York House SeatValdez, a Democratic state assemblymember, is projected to become New York's first known Indigenous member of Congress.
November 4, 2026
Griffo Wins Re-election to 53rd Senate DistrictIncumbent state senator Joseph A. Griffo defeated Democratic challenger Drake in the November 3, 2026 General Election.
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Day to day, that means the latest on candidate platforms, ballot measures, voter access and the final tally of votes. This reporting reaches from the capital to the rural counties and every municipality in between. The state's system of primary dates and party conventions often shifts the focus of the news cycle compared to other regions. Ballot initiatives and changes to early voting protocols remain the most persistent subjects in statewide coverage.