Decision 2024

As Election Day approaches, mental health experts are advising voters on ways to handle pre- and post-election anxiety, with many Americans feeling stressed about the outcome of the 2024 presidential campaign. A recent poll by ... more

A new focus group of Nikki Haley supporters has revealed mixed reactions as the former president's polarizing style continues to divide Republican and independent voters. Hosted by NBC News in partnership with Syracuse University, the ... more

A sharp divide in public perception about crime may influence New York voters as they head to the polls, with recent surveys revealing stark contrasts between Republicans and Democrats. While FBI data shows violent crime ... more

With Election Day fast approaching, New York election officials and the USPS are reminding voters of key deadlines for mail-in ballots. All ballots must be postmarked by Nov. 5, Election Day, and received within seven ... more

With Election Day just around the corner, Republican Congressman Brandon Williams and Democratic challenger State Senator John Mannion took the debate stage Tuesday to address critical issues in their race for New York’s 22nd Congressional ... more

A Wayne County couple is raising concerns after receiving voter information for a deceased relative, sparking confusion and prompting action from local election officials. RochesterFirst.com reports Dawn Briner, who resides in Ontario, received mail cards ... more

Speaking to thousands at the Ellipse one week before Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris urged Americans to “turn the page” on the Donald Trump era, presenting herself as a pragmatic leader ready to unify ... more

The Presidential election is looming, and just like four years ago, it’s come right down to the wire. Whatever advantage Kamala Harris seemed to have gained from her post-nomination bounce has been steadily whittled back ... more

Eight years after Russia’s divisive interference in the 2016 U.S. election, foreign influence campaigns have evolved, posing an increasingly elusive threat as they target American voters in more nuanced and technologically advanced ways. Nations such ... more

Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance dismissed criticism following racist comments made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe at a Trump rally in New York, suggesting Americans should “stop getting so offended.” Vance, who hadn’t heard the remarks firsthand, ... more

The Washington Post is experiencing a wave of subscriber cancellations following owner Jeff Bezos’s decision to block the paper’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for president. More than 200,000 digital subscribers have canceled their ... more

This Election Day, Cayuga County voters will have the chance to select a judge for a newly established Family Court seat, a position created earlier this year by the New York State Legislature. The role ... more

New York voters will weigh in on crucial state and federal seats on November 5, with the state’s 48th Senate District seeing a high-stakes face-off. After Cayuga County’s redistricting into a single Senate District in ... more

National parks and public lands in New York and nationwide are proving to be an important issue in this year's election. Despite increasing divisiveness, Americans across the political spectrum agree on keeping national parks well-funded ... more

If Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump tie in the electoral college, the decision would move to Congress, following a protocol last used in the early 19th century. A tie occurs when ... more

Domestic extremists fueled by conspiracy theories and election-related grievances pose a significant threat to the upcoming 2024 elections, according to reporting by NBC News. The FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) warned state and ... more

As Election Day nears, former President Donald Trump is amplifying claims of potential election fraud, accusing Democrats of attempting to “cheat” to secure a victory. Speaking at rallies in Wisconsin and North Carolina, Trump warned ... more

The race for New York’s 130th Assembly District is heating up as incumbent Republican Brian Manktelow faces Democratic challenger James Schuler. The district, which spans parts of Wayne, Cayuga, and Oswego counties, is seeing a ... more

In the race for New York’s 54th Senate District, incumbent Republican Pam Helming faces Democratic challenger Scott Comegys in a contest that highlights their contrasting approaches to the challenges facing the Finger Lakes region. With ... more

The race for New York’s 52nd Senate District features a battle between incumbent Democrat Lea Webb and Republican challenger Mike Sigler, with both candidates emphasizing contrasting priorities on public safety, reproductive rights, and economic policy ... more

The race for New York’s 48th Senate District pits Democratic incumbent Rachel May against Republican challenger Caleb Slater, highlighting sharp differences on economic policies, environmental protections, and public safety. As both candidates campaign across Central ... more