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Philadelphia leaders warn of flawed ballots that could prevent them from being counted
A group of Philadelphia leaders said Thursday they have already found about 3,000 ballots with issues that could lead to them not being counted. There are steps you can take to make sure your vote counts.
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Tuesday is last day to register for mail-in ballot in Pennsylvania
NBC10’s Katy Zachry reports from the Olney Transportation Center as Philadelphia officials made a final push Tuesday to remind people of the deadline to get a mail-in ballot in Pennsylvania.
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Bulletproof vests, snipers and drones: Election officials beef up security at the polls
State and local election officials around the country are taking major steps to keep poll workers and voters safe amid a hostile political environment.
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Ready for the big election? You may want to check if you're registered to vote
Here’s how to double check your registration status before you head to the polls.
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Can someone else drop off your mail ballot in Pennsylvania?
Do you know the rules for dropping off a ballot in Pennsylvania? Here’s what you need to know to ensure your vote counts.
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“Celebrate Philadelphia” Block Party Series Encourages Voter Registration and Civic Engagement
Welcome America, Inc. announced the Celebrate Philadelphia block parties in partnership with When We All Vote, Michelle Obama’s national, nonpartisan voting initiative and Every Voice, Every Vote. Celebrate Philadelphia is a free, two-part block party series taking place at two of the City of Philadelphia’s satellite election offices with the goal to increase participation in the 2024 General Election...
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Survey: Why are you voting in this election?
We want to understand what matters most to voters like you. What motivates you to vote, or not vote? Which issues are important to you? Whether you’re a first-time voter, or a political enthusiast, by participating in our survey, you’ll help us create a clear picture of the issues that matter most to the voters in your community. We’ll...
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Ranked choice voting could decide which party controls the US House. How does it work?
Ranked choice voting has become more popular in recent years, particularly at the municipal level.
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Who can vote in US elections, and what steps must you take to do so?
Here’s a look at some of the most common rules and requirements when it comes to casting a ballot for United States elections.
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Yes, voter fraud happens. But it's rare and election offices have safeguards to catch it
Voter fraud does happen occasionally. When it does, we tend to hear a lot about it. It also gets caught and prosecuted.
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Republicans scrutinizing Pa.'s automatic motor voter system ahead of 2024 race
Republicans are stepping up scrutiny of Pennsylvania’s system for registering people to vote through its driver’s licensing centers, six weeks before what is expected to be a close 2024 presidential contest in the critical battleground state.
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Postmaster General: ‘The Postal Service is ready to deliver the nation's mail-in ballots'
U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy says the USPS is ready to deliver mail-in ballots this election season and the effort is “all hands on deck” for the Postal Service.
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Young voters harbor deep worries about inflation, debt and housing
The NBC News Stay Tuned Gen Z poll shows young voters are feeling a housing squeeze and are pessimistic about the economy.
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How a post falsely claiming migrants are registering to vote spread to millions in four weeks
A false narrative suggesting that over half a million migrants had registered to vote in swing states shows how quickly misinformation can spread — and how difficult it is to stop.
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Push for independent votes in Pa. primaries could change state politics as a whole, Ballot PA says
Pennsylvania’s primary election is less than three weeks away. However, some voters will be unable to participate. Voters without any party affiliation are not eligible to vote in the state primary. This means almost a million voters will be unable to vote. There is now a push to change these regulations. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk explains.
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Pa. officials are preparing voters for new mail-in ballot design ahead of 2024 election
Pennsylvania officials are looking to ‘cut down on confusion’ with a redesign of mail-in ballots ahead of the 2024 election. This is an attempt to prevent problems that get certain ballots thrown out. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk highlights what to expect with the redesign.
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Federal appeals court deals a blow to Voting Rights Act, ruling that private plaintiffs can't sue
A divided federal appeals court on Monday ruled that private individuals and groups such as the NAACP do not have the ability to sue under a key section of the federal Voting Rights Act, a decision that contradicts decades of precedent and could further erode protections under the landmark 1965 law.
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Important things to know as we approach election day in Pa.
Election Day is just weeks away and deadlines are quickly approaching in Pennsylvania. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has new voter information from Pennslyvania’s top elections official on how to make sure your vote counts.
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VP Kamala Harris continues college tour in Berks County, urging young people to vote
Vice President Kamala Harris made a trip to Berks County on Tuesday to help get voters ready for upcoming elections this fall. She spoke at Reading Area Community College to highlight National Voter Registration Day. This is all part of the Vice President’s effort to keep students engaged in politics. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has coverage from the event.
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Are you ready to vote? Check your status, get registered in Pa., NJ, Del.
Are you registered to vote? People in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware can check registration status or get registered. This is your guide.