Twin Cities Metro Area Holds Primary Election
The Twin Cities metro area is holding its primary election, with voters deciding on nominees for various state and local offices. A comprehensive voter guide is available, offering information on what's on the ballot, polling locations and hours, what's allowed…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 11, 2026 —
Voters in the Twin Cities metro area are heading to the polls for the primary election, a crucial step in selecting nominees for a range of state and local offices.
The election will determine which candidates will advance to the general election ballot in November. Residents can access a comprehensive voter guide to help them navigate the process.
The voter guide provides essential information for eligible voters, including details on what will appear on their specific ballots. It also outlines polling locations and operating hours, ensuring voters know where and when they can cast their vote.
Further guidance within the voter guide clarifies the rules and regulations for conduct at polling places, informing voters about what is permitted on election day. Additionally, the guide features candidate primers for key races, offering background information and summaries of the platforms of those vying for office.
This primary election serves as a critical juncture for political parties to finalize their candidates for the upcoming general election. The outcomes will shape the choices available to voters in the fall.
Story summarized from the original created by Josh Skluzacek on kstp.com, see more information here.
