Today, November 3, 2026, voters throughout Cleveland and Cuyahoga County head to the polls for a full slate of state and local races. The Ohio Secretary of State has confirmed that polling places open at 6:30 a.m. and remain open until 7:30 p.m.. If you find yourself in line after the official closing time, Ohio law allows you to cast your ballot.
What’s on the ballot
In addition to the federal contests for U.S. Senate and the U.S. House, Ohio voters will decide on several statewide offices, including governor, secretary of state, attorney general, and seats on the Ohio Supreme Court. The ballot also features a number of local measures that directly affect Cuyahoga County residents:
- Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities levy – a property‑tax levy to fund services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Cuyahoga County Health and Human Services levy – a property‑tax levy aimed at expanding health‑care and human‑service programs.
- Various Cuyahoga County Council races.
- Multiple judicial races for the county’s courts.
These measures reflect the community’s commitment to supporting families, caring for the vulnerable, and maintaining strong local institutions.
How to vote
All voters must present a valid photo ID at the polling place. Acceptable forms of identification include:
- Ohio driver’s license (unexpired)
- Ohio state ID card (unexpired)
- Interim ID issued by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
- U.S. passport or passport card
- U.S. military ID card
- Ohio National Guard ID card
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ID card
Ohio identification cards are issued free of charge by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. An interactive page on the state’s website can help you determine which documents you’ll need.
Finding your polling place
You can verify your assigned polling location by visiting the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections website or by calling 216‑443‑8683 and selecting option 2. A few precincts have experienced location changes, so double‑checking is wise.
Provisional ballots
If there is any question about your eligibility—such as a missing name in the poll book, an issue with your ID, or a recent address change—you may be asked to complete a provisional ballot. These ballots are set aside and counted after election officials verify eligibility. Voters who cast a provisional ballot can call 866‑644‑6868 after the election to learn whether their vote was counted.
Weather and voting conditions
The National Weather Service forecasts partly cloudy skies with a high near 75 °F, providing comfortable conditions for voters heading out early.
Where to find results
Live results will be posted throughout the evening on the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections website and the Ohio Secretary of State’s portal. Our newsroom will also provide continuous coverage and analysis of the outcomes.
Whether you are voting early or waiting in line today, thank you for exercising your constitutional right to vote and for helping shape the future of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, and Ohio.
Original reporting: Signal Cleveland — read the source article.
