NORFOLK, Va. — In Virginia, two incumbent Republicans are fending off tough Democratic challengers in U.S. House races in a difficult midterm climate for the GOP. Voters will also decide whether to reelect their Democratic U.S. Senator to a fourth term and decide a ballot measure that would codify reproductive rights in the state constitution.
The polls are open on Tuesday, November 3, from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. statewide.
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11:19 p.m.
Both Shannon Taylor and Elaine Luria declared their victories in the 1st and 2nd Congressional District races respectively.
Luria previously represented the 2nd District in the House of Representatives from 2019 to 2023. She beat out incumbent Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans, who has served in the House since 2022.
"Thank you for your faith and patience. We did it," Luria said to supporters at her watch party.
Taylor flipped the seat of incumbent Republican Rep. Rob Wittman, who represented the 1st District since 2007. She served as the Henrico County Commonwealth’s Attorney for 14 years.
“From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank every voter, volunteer, and staff member who helped power this victory," Taylor said in a statement sent to News 3. "My promise is to fight for every person in Virginia’s 1st District whether they voted for me or not. Tomorrow, we get to work.”
Incumbent Rep. Don Davis won reelection after challenger Laurie Buckhout conceded.
Davis, a Democrat, has represented the 1st District in the House of Representatives since 2023. He defeated Republican Laurie Buckhout for the second time, a rematch of the 2024 election.
“Tonight the voters of eastern North Carolina made their choice, and I respect it," Buckhout said in a statement to News 3. "I called Congressman Davis to congratulate him, and I wish him well, because when he succeeds for this district, we all do. But we will hold him accountable."
11:07 p.m.
Democrat Elaine Luria has declared her victory in the race to represent Virginia's 2nd Congressional District.
Luria previously represented the 2nd District in the House of Representatives from 2019 to 2023. She beat out incumbent Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans, who has served in the House since 2022.
"Thank you for your faith and patience. We did it," Luria said to supporters at her watch party.
9:45 p.m.
Questions 2 and 3 on Virginia's midterm ballot have passed, AP projects. This means all three questions to change language in the state constitution have passed.
Question 2 proposed the removal of language making same-sex marriage illegal in the state constitution. Same-sex marriage is already protected on a federal level; this amendment passing means protection at the state level.
Question 3 proposed the automatic restoration of voting rights once a felon is released from incarceration. Virginia is one of a few states that automatically revokes a person's right to vote once they are convicted of a felony. With the passage of this amendment, once a felon is released from incarceration, their voting rights will automatically be restored.
9:06 p.m.
Question 1 on Virginia's midterm ballot to enshrine access to abortion and reproductive healthcare in the state constitution has passed, AP projects.
The amendment will enshrine in the Virginia Constitution a fundamental right to abortion, contraception and other reproductive healthcare free from state interference. It will prohibit a ban on third-trimester abortions if the mother's health or life was at stake.
“Virginians made clear that reproductive rights are not up for debate. After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, states across the South and across the country rolled back these rights. But not Virginia," Gov. Abigail Spanberger wrote in a statement sent to News 3.
“Our Commonwealth remains the only state in the South that has not restricted women's reproductive freedoms since the Dobbs decision. Now, because Virginians used their voices at the ballot box, these rights will be enshrined in our Constitution. No politician can threaten our right to choose, right to privacy, right to access IVF, or right to contraception.
“As a mother, I know that these decisions are deeply personal. As Governor, I am proud that our Commonwealth voted to make sure personal medical decisions stay between a patient and their doctor — not politicians.”
8:35 p.m.
Democratic former Gov. Roy Cooper wins reelection to represent North Carolina in the U.S. Senate, the AP projects.
Cooper served as governor from 2017 to 2025, flipping this key senate seat blue against former Republican National Committee chair Michael Whatley.
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8:08 p.m.
Incumbent Democratic Rep. Bobby Scott wins reelection to represent Virginia's 3rd Congressional District, the AP projects.
Scott beat out Republican challenger Edwin Rivera Jr. for his 18th term in office.
“Tonight, we celebrate a victory in this campaign. However, next week, I look forward to returning to Congress to work with my colleagues to find ways to deliver lower costs for gas, groceries, healthcare and housing, create jobs, get out of the war in Iran and end the tariffs that are devastating our communities," Scott said in a statement to News 3. "The people have spoken and now it is time to get to work."
7:30 p.m.
Polls have closed in North Carolina, but districts have extended their voting times after reported technical issues this morning in four localities.
7:15 p.m.
Mark Warner has been reelected to the U.S. Senate for his fourth term, the AP projects.
Warner, a Democrat, has served in the U.S. Senate since 2009, and had a stint as Virginia's governor from 2002 to 2006. Warner’s seat was challenged by Republican Bert Mizusawa, a retired Major General who previously worked as staff in the U.S. Senate and for the CIA.
Warner will address the public at 8:15 p.m. in Alexandria, according to his campaign.
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Mark Warner reelected to Senate, AP projects
7 p.m.
Polls have closed across Virginia. Check back here or on WTKR social media pages to see results as they come in.
5 p.m.
After months of political ads, campaign mailers, yard signs and text messages, some Chesapeake voters heading to the polls on Election Day said they have one thing in common: They’re ready for election season to be over.
News 3 Chesapeake reporter Erin Holly spoke with voters in Deep Creek about voter fatigue and the messages they have seen throughout the campaign.
Read the full story here, or watch it in the video player below.
4:45 pm.
Voters in North Carolina will have to wait a little longer for election results Tuesday night after the State Board of Elections approved extended voting hours at five precincts across four counties, including two in Hertford County.
The board voted Tuesday afternoon to extend polling hours following disruptions that prevented or delayed voting at several locations.
As a result, the first unofficial election results are now expected to be released around 8:15 p.m., approximately 45 minutes later than originally scheduled.
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North Carolina election results delayed after voting issues in several counties
1:26 p.m.
Technical issues were reported in four North Carolina localities when polls opened this morning, including Hertford and Gates counties, per the North Carolina State Board of Elections.
The board says it was minor technical issues that have been resolved.
The SBOE is holding a meeting this afternoon to discuss the possibility of extending voting hours in affected areas.
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