Elections

Follow along for live special coverage on the 2026 primaries, including closely watched congressional races in Philadelphia and in Bucks County.

Among the closely watched U.S. House races: The 3rd Congressional District in Philly and the 1st Congressional District in Bucks County.

See full results, including for contested primary races like the 1st Congressional District in Bucks County and the 3rd Congressional District in Philadelphia.

The primary could have nationwide implications if Democrats want to flip the U.S. House in November, and has gained national pressure from both parties.

High-profile progressives like U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have lined up to endorse Chris Rabb while party faithful stand behind Sharif Street.

The biannual event will feature county detectives and assistant district attorneys fielding calls about Election Day issues.

Another lawsuit is likely if city officials don’t certify ward committee write-in winners.

Check if you need to fix a flawed mail ballot or get a replacement ballot for the May 19 primary.

Sharif Street, Chris Rabb and Ala Stanford share many policy goals, but some divisions over Gaza and fundraising, plus a lack of public polling, make the race a guessing game.

Filling thousands of ward committee vacancies would get even harder, critic says.

Voters also selected three at-large council members in an election dominated by concerns over redevelopment.

President Trump celebrates a new jobs report while tensions complicate Iran peace talks. Plus, congress scrambles over redistricting maps after SCOTUS voting rights fallout.

If no candidate receives a majority of the vote, the top two vote-getters will advance to a June 9 runoff election.

A competitive race for 3rd Congressional District, two ballot questions, state race candidates and more of what to expect for the May 19 primary election.

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