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Mississippi attorney general enters governor's race branding herself a Trump conservative

afleming@dailymemphian.com (Aarron Fleming) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 11:47:50 -0500

Lynn Fitch became the state’s first female attorney general when she took office in 2020.

Early-vote turnout clears 90K in Shelby County

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 04:00:05 -0500

This year marks the highest early-voting turnout since 2010 for the congressional midterm election cycle.

After early voting issues, voting machines being tested before Election Day

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 12:27:27 -0500

An early voting problem was traced to a single voting machine in Bartlett that more than 300 voters used, which could lead to lawsuits challenging election results.

The AM/DM podcast: What you need to know before you vote

bphillips@dailymemphian.com (Bianca Phillips) — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 06:11:02 -0500

It’s election week, and school is back in session. Plus, you can get a free Memphis Tigers “shirsey” this weekend.

Arlington election preview: Five of the six races are unopposed

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Mon, 3 Aug 2026 12:41:40 -0500

While there are six races on the Arlington municipal ballot this week, only one is contested with incumbent Jeremy Biggs facing the challenge of Don Hinkle for the Position 6 alderman’s seat.

Shelby County confirms second ballot glitch affecting judicial races

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 18:37:51 -0500

A single voting machine in Bartlett and a single polling official are blamed for the problem that arose earlier with absentee ballots.

Conflicting polls and what becomes of competition after the primaries

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 04:00:14 -0500

The Republican primary for Governor includes battling polls and a look at post primary unity — the hopes, and the reality.

Elections, SpaceXAI and schools dominate local headlines

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 13:01:41 -0500

The many candidates for a wide range of local, state and federal offices were a key theme among journalists on this episode of “Behind the Headlines” on WKNO-TV.

Early-voting turnout this year ahead of what it was in 2022

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 20:02:43 -0500

Saturday is the last day to vote early in advance of the Aug. 6 Election Day. Here are some numbers about where turnout appears to be going locally and statewide.

Endorsement ballots: A unique Memphis tradition

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:07 -0500

A warning from District Attorney General Steve Mulroy about misleading endorsement ballots is the latest chapter in the tale of a unique Memphis political institution.

November ballot taking shape in suburban general elections

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:47:38 -0500

Although one election is a week away, voters in five of the Memphis suburbs will be choosing their leaders in November.

Germantown mayoral race may be contested

awarren@dailymemphian.com (Abigail Warren) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:29:43 -0500

A former member of the Germantown Fire Department is interested in running for mayor of the suburb.

What early voter turnout so far says about the race for three new congressional districts

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:20:05 -0500

The Daily Memphian analyzes the first six days of early voting data within the three new congressional districts that split Shelby County and the race for Tennessee governor.

Candidates emerge for Bartlett aldermen seats

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:54:51 -0500

So far, three new challengers have pulled petitions to run against incumbents on the Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

Memphis voters show up early, rally others to vote at Glenview

wrogin@dailymemphian.com (Wallis Rogin) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:55:29 -0500

“If you want something to be better, you have to get out there and do your part,” said one voter.

More than 9,000 cast early and absentee ballots in first two days of early voting

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:29:14 -0500

Most of the early and absentee votes in the first two days of the ongoing early voting period were cast in Democratic state and federal primaries.

Congressional Democrats show support for Justin J. Pearson

ataylor@dailymemphian.com (Amaya Taylor) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:09:02 -0500

U.S. Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, and Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, headlined the “Get Out the Vote Rally.”

Sheriff candidate Brad Less suggests separate jail to divert nonviolent offenders

bdries@dailymemphian.com (Bill Dries) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:14:21 -0500

Brad Less, the Republican nominee for Shelby County sheriff, talked on “Behind The Headlines” about immediate solutions to problems at the Shelby County Jail and life after the Memphis Safe Task Force.

Voter Guide: Shelby County general, federal primary election

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:22:41 -0500

Shelby County is back at the polls and the ballot is lengthy.

Ready. Set. Vote.

jdonahoe@dailymemphian.com (Jane Donahoe) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:07:54 -0500

Here’s a rundown to help you with the what, when and where of voting in the 2026 August elections.