Politics

In at least two of the statewide races, the Democratic challenger is pushing for debates with the Republican incumbents. Here’s what we know so far.

McSwain is running as an independent against Republican Jacob Garner for sheriff in Perry County.

This week’s primary elections are over, but work still continues for circuit clerks offices across the state.

There were quite a few close races in Marion County during the primary election.

At least one election is expected to head to a runoff in Covington County.

Democratic Party gubernatorial candidate Brandon Presley was in Hattiesburg campaigning on the first day after the primary elections Wednesday.

Perry County will soon have a new sheriff after incumbent Mitch Nobles was bested in the Republican primary Tuesday night.

In November, Jones County will have four choices for one big decision: The current sheriff, two law enforcement officers or a past sheriff.

Two of the hottest races in the county during Tuesday’s elections were the Tax Collector and Coroner's races.

Petal Mayor Tony Ducker says that he is proud of Stringer’s accomplishments, but now he is tasked with filling his role and explains that the process of applying is rather simple.

The race for Jones County sheriff has now been narrowed down some.

Lisa Klem, a deputy coroner, is now one step closer to becoming the county coroner.

Perry County will have a new sheriff come the new year after Tuesday's Republican primary results

Hosemann will face his Democratic challenger Ryan Grover in the November election.

In Wayne County, the sheriff’s races for both GOP and Democratic parties are over as a new sheriff will be voted into office this November.

The crowded Jasper County justice court judge democratic race will go into a run-off between Jacqueline L. Barnett and Andrew L. Richardson.

Sheriff Danny Rigel will win the Republican primary in the sheriff race as he defeats candidate Joey Walker.

Mississippi is one of three states holding races for governor in an off-year election.

As of 11 a.m., Secretary Michael Watson’s office released this status update amid reports of a steady turnout at the polls and high traffic on the Elections Hotline (800) 829-6786.

Polls open at 7 a.m. and will close at 7 p.m.

Tuesday’s election will be the first time the precinct is opened to the public.

The results so far in Jones County show that the numbers have been lower than in years past.

Camp Shelby and the University of Southern Mississippi could benefit from new national defense legislation adopted by the U.S. Senate.

Hinds County Election Commissioner Kidada Brown said they’ve now discovered that the machine belongs to Copiah County.

If the ruling stands, thousands of people could regain voting rights, possibly in time for the Nov. 7 general election for governor and other statewide offices.

Chances are you aren’t trying to read the fine print at the end of political ads. And you may even just assume they’re all from the candidate’s campaigns. But a lot of those are from political action committees. Now, there are questions about how to ensure they’re held accountable.

In an interview with WLBT News, McDaniel discussed his popularity on social media and why he thinks he’s considered so controversial.

Meet Tiffany Longino, the only female and African American running for Lt. Governor this year.

Lieutenant governor locked in tight Republican primary battle.

Presley spoke to supporters about various topics, such as food taxes and tag prices.