GOP seeking power over elections in Wisconsin, Minnesota

The GOP candidates say dismantling the elections commission and giving power to the secretary of state to oversee elections would let voters hold someone accountable for election-related decisions.

Man who attacked Rep. Lee Zeldin on stage remains jailed

A man who accosted Rep. Lee Zeldin on stage as the Republican campaigned for governor will remain in custody while a federal judge considers his lawyer’s plea to release the Army veteran, who he said was in an alcoholic relapse.

Maryland election results: Dan Cox, backed by Trump, wins GOP primary for governor

Dan Cox defeated a moderate rival backed by outgoing Gov. Larry Hogan. Cox will face the winner of the Democratic primary in the November general election.

2022 primaries: What to watch for in these 7 states

Seven states are set to host primary elections Tuesday as the nation comes to terms with last week’s stunning Supreme Court ruling eliminating the constitutional right to an abortion.

Democratic candidates for NY governor on crime, the economy and more

Each of the candidates running for the Democratic nomination for Governor of New York spoke with FOX 5 NY about their plans to tackle crime, affordability and more.

NY enacts landmark voting rights law

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday signed a bill into law intended to prevent local officials from enacting rules that might suppress people's voting rights because of their race.

Pa. GOP Senate primary: Oz, McCormick still neck and neck

Vote counting in Pennsylvania's Republican primary for the U.S. Senate dragged into a third day as Dr. Mehmet Oz and former hedge fund CEO David McCormick remained essentially tied with thousands of ballots left to tally.

Rep. Madison Cawthorn loses primary battle after series of controversies

Rep. Madison Cawthorn was a rising star in the Republican party until he was involved in scandals. Cawthorn claimed he was invited to orgies where people snorted cocaine. He also was caught twice with guns at the airport.

Former NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio exploring run for US House

Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says he's considering a run for Congress after a legal battle over the state's political maps opened up a seat in Brooklyn.

2022 midterms: Jim Pillen beats Trump's candidate in Nebraska governor primary

Jim Pillen, a hog farm owner and veterinarian, defeated eight challengers, including Charles Herbster, a businessman who faced groping allegations late in the campaign.

Hochul names new lieutenant governor: Rep. Antonio Delgado

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul named U.S. Rep. Antonio Delgado as New York's next lieutenant governor. Delgado, a Democrat, will take on the largely ceremonial role previously formerly held by Brian Benjamin, who resigned following his arrest for federal corruption charges he denies.

Broadway theaters extend mask mandate through May 31

Broadway theatergoers will have to keep their masks up through at least May 31, the Broadway League said Friday.

Intel: Putin may cite Ukraine war to meddle in US politics

Given Vladimir Putin’s antipathy toward the West and his repeated denunciations of Ukraine, officials believe he may see the U.S. backing of Ukraine’s resistance as a direct affront to him, giving him further incentive to target another U.S. election.

2022 Midterm Elections: How to register to vote in New York

New York's Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 28, 2022. The deadline to register to vote is Friday, June 3, 2022. Here is all the information you need to register to exercise your right to vote. Find out if you qualify to register online.

2022 Midterm Elections: How to register online to vote in New Jersey

New Jersey’s Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 7, 2022. The deadline to register to vote is Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Here is all the information you need to register online to exercise your right to vote.