Michigan residents are casting their ballots today, November 3, 2026, in the statewide midterm elections. Polling places across the Lower and Upper Peninsulas are open now and will remain so until 8 p.m. local time. Voters in the Upper Peninsula should note that some counties operate on Central Time, so they may have a slightly different closing hour.
How to Follow the Results
FOX 2 will provide continuous live coverage beginning at 5 p.m. and running through the night until every major race in the state is called. Viewers can watch the broadcast on the FOX 2 television channel, stream it online via the FOX LOCAL app, or follow the live feed on YouTube. The station’s website, fox2detroit.com, also hosts a real‑time election tracker that updates as precincts report.
What’s on the Ballot
All Michigan voters will select representatives for the U.S. House of Representatives and the state legislature, as well as state senators. In addition, Metro Detroit residents will decide on two local millage proposals: a renewal of the zoo millage and approval of a Detroit museum millage. These measures will fund continued operations and improvements for the Detroit Zoo and a new museum initiative, respectively.
Key Races and Issues
The midterm contests include competitive races for several congressional districts, with incumbents and challengers seeking to shape Michigan’s voice in Washington. State Senate and House seats are also up for grabs, influencing the balance of power in Lansing. While the election is nonpartisan in its administration, the outcomes will affect policy areas important to families, faith communities, and local economies.
How to Vote
Voters can locate their polling place by entering their county, city and precinct on the sample ballot tool linked on the FOX 2 site. Early voting locations remain open through the weekend preceding the election, offering an alternative for those who cannot vote on Election Day. Absentee ballots continue to be processed, and the Detroit clerk’s office reports that tens of thousands of absentee votes have already been counted.
Stay Informed
For the most up‑to‑date information, keep the FOX 2 blog open, follow the station’s social media channels, or download the FOX LOCAL app. The app provides push notifications when results are posted, ensuring that every Michigander can stay informed about the races that matter most to their families and communities.
Regardless of where you live in the state, your vote contributes to the direction Michigan will take over the next two years. Make sure you’re registered, know your polling location, and cast your ballot before the polls close at 8 p.m.
Original reporting: Warren | FOX 2 Detroit — read the source article.
