FULL: Gov. Kathy Hochul victory speech
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"This is how we take back our country," says Gov. Kathy Hochul in her victory speech after swift win against Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.

FULL: Blakeman concession speech
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman concedes to Governor Kathy Hochul.   

Gov. Hochul wins reelection
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The AP called the race for Hochul within a minute of polls closing. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay explains the energy at Hochul's headquarters after the swift win.

FULL: Rebecca Bennett victory speech
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Democrat Rebecca Bennett beats Rep. Tom Kean jr., wins New Jersey’s 7th congressional district race.

Gov. Kathy Hochul declared winner within minutes, AP projects
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has won reelection over Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, the Associated Press projects. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay has the details. 

Ballot scanning issues in Westchester County persist
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A barcode issue in Westchester County led to major problems scanning ballots right as the polls opened this morning. FOX 5 NY's Arthur Chi'en has more on how votes are now being counted there.  

What's driving commuters to the polls this Election Day?
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The midterm elections are here, and turnout has been strong so far. FOX 5 NY's Meredith Gorman spoke to voters in Penn Station about what issues are driving them to the polls.

Bennett, Kean battle for NJ-7 seat
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FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo is following the race to represent New Jersey's 7th congressional district.

NY-17 race: Can Democratic nominee Cait Conley unseat Lawler?
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Democratic candidate Cait Conley, who prides herself on tackling affordability, is telling voters to stay on line amidst ballot issues plaguing Westchester. FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas has the latest from her campaign.

Will Mike Lawler be able to hold onto his seat?
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The race between incumbent Mike Lawler and political newcomer Cait Conley is being closely watched throughout the country. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt is reporting live.

NY governor's race: Will Hochul's lead hold through the night?
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Election day is here and the race for New York Governor will soon be decided. FOX 5 NY's Morgan McKay and Jodi Goldberg has the latest from both campaigns.

Breaking down the tight national races in the 2026 midterm elections
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Political analyst Zach Fink joins FOX 5 NY's Sharon Crowley and Antwan Lewis to go over the national races in the 2026 midterm elections.

Westchester County ballot scanners down due to issue with paper ballots
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Though residents are still able to cast their votes, ballot scanners are down across Westchester County due to an issue with the paper ballots. FOX 5 NY's Stephanie Bertini has the latest details.

24-year-old runner Rachel Apa collapses, dies during NYC Marathon
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Rachel Apa, 24, died after collapsing during her first New York City Marathon. Apa collapsed while nearing the finish line and could not be resuscitated. FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers reports. 

NY Election Day Breakdown: Hochul vs. Blakeman, key swing races & voter turnout
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As polls open across the Tri-State area, voters head to the voting booths to cast their ballots in critical state and national races. Ben Max, of the New York Law School Center for New York City Law and host of the "Max Politics" podcast, breaks down everything at stake.

NYPD officer shoots armed man in Bronx deli shootout | What we know
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NYPD officers were involved in a shootout outside a Bronx deli on Monday afternoon after an armed dispute terrified customers. According to police, patrolling officers encountered 49-year-old Victor Soto banging a handgun against the window of Sammy’s Gourmet Deli near Bainbridge Avenue and East 194th Street in the Fordham section of the Bronx. FOX 5 NY's Frances Wang has the latest on Newsroom Live. 

What we know about Westchester County's ballot scanner problem
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The Westchester County Board of Elections confirmed an issue with paper ballots is preventing machines from accepting ballots. However, voting is able to continue. Election officials said paper ballots are being placed into secure bags instead and will be counted. FOX 5 NY's Robert Moses has the details on Newsroom Live. 

2026 Midterms: Will 'Blue Wave' flip Congress? Political analyst explains historical trends
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As millions head to the polls on Election Day 2026, can Democrats pull off a "blue wave" or "blue tsunami" to take control of Congress? Saint Peter’s University Professor Emeritus of Political Science Alain Sanders joins Newsroom Live to break down the key races, voter turnout indicators, and historical benchmarks shaping the 2026 midterms.