Election Day in Michigan is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Voters who are still in line at closing time will be allowed to vote.

Voting and Registration Details

All registered Michiganders may vote at their assigned polling place. Those who have not yet registered, or who need to update their address, should visit their local clerk’s office. Michigan still permits same‑day registration, so you can register in person on Election Day with proof of residency. If you lack a photo ID, you may sign an affidavit and still receive a ballot.

To check your registration status or find your clerk’s office, visit Michigan.gov/Vote.

Absentee Ballots

Absentee ballots must be received by the local clerk’s office by 8 p.m. on Election Day. They can be dropped off in person at an official ballot drop box.

Ballot Structure

Michigan voters can choose a straight ticket, split ticket, or mixed ticket; all are valid. The partisan section lists party‑affiliated candidates, while the nonpartisan and proposal sections are voted on race by race.

Key Races

Governor: Democrat Benson, the current Secretary of State, runs with State Sen. Winnie Brinks. Republican James, U.S. Representative for the 10th District, runs with Rep. Jay DeBoyer. James would be the first African‑American governor of Michigan if elected.

U.S. Senate: The open seat left by retiring Sen. Gary Peters pits Republican Mike Rogers, a 14‑year House veteran, against Democrat El‑Sayed, a political outsider and the first Muslim major‑party nominee for U.S. Senate.

Ballot Measures

Proposal 1 – Constitutional Convention: A ‘Yes’ vote would start a process to rewrite Michigan’s constitution; a ‘No’ vote keeps the current document.

Proposal 2 – Political Contribution Limits: Voters decide whether regulated utility companies and government contractors should be barred from making political contributions.

Zoo Millage (Wayne, Oakland, Macomb counties): Renewal would generate about $8.8 million in the first year for the 125‑acre zoo.

Museum Millage (Oakland and Wayne counties): A 0.2 mill tax for ten years would fund museum operations, costing roughly $30 per year on a $300,000 home.

Additional Information

Sample ballots can be generated by entering your county, city and precinct on the state’s website. For any further questions about voting without a photo ID, see the state’s voter information page.

Original reporting: Warren | FOX 2 Detroit — read the source article.