It’s Election Day: What you need to know
Nov 03, 2026
Voting sticker Photo: Don Day/BoiseDevIt’s election day across the country. Here in Idaho, polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. MT.This primary election will feature statewide and local races, including governor, state representatives and senators, as well as ACHD seats, county commissioners, and
more. (Read our stories on ACHD Seat 4 here and ACHD Seat 3 here.)Learn more about what’s going to be on your ballot, where your polling location is, and see if you’re already registered to vote. You can also register to vote at the polls on Election Day.Remember to bring your ID with you (accepted forms include: Idaho Driver’s License, U.S. Passport, Idaho Identification Card, Idaho Tribal ID Card, or an Idaho Concealed Weapons Permit). If you are planning to register to vote at the polls, make sure to bring your ID, as well as proof of residence. You will need to update your registration if you have moved, changed your name, or have not voted in the last four years.Early absentee votingEarly voting closed Friday, October 30. In Ada County, over 57,000 people voted early, with another 41,000+ voting absentee. If you still have an absentee ballot, it needs to be returned to your county’s elections office no later than 8 p.m. MT tonight. Do not put it in the mail, as it will not be counted in time.ResultsBecause Idaho is split into two time zones, results for statewide positions, like Governor, Lt. Gov., Attorney General, etc., won’t start coming in until after 9 p.m. MT.You can find results from the Ada County Election on this page after 8 p.m. MT, and statewide results on VoteIdaho.org after 9 p.m. MT.There are also live ballot cameras you can watch as votes are counted.Have more questions? Check out VoteIdaho.gov.We’ll have results from local elections in Wednesday’s A.M. newsletter.
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