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The 2026 North Carolina Political Beat Candidate Guide

The Political Beat Candidate Guide

CHARLOTTE — North Carolinians will head to the polls on November 3 to have their say on the US Senate race, state Supreme Court, and local elections.

At the top of the ticket, former Governor Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley are trying to replace Senator Thom Tillis in the US Senate.

In the race for State Supreme Court, Justice Anita Earls (D) is facing a challenge from former Representative Sarah Stevens.

State House and Senate seats are also up for grabs.

In-person early voting starts October 15. For more information about polling locations and what to know before casting a ballot, click here.

Channel 9 asked questions to all statewide and General Assembly candidates. Click your county to see candidate responses for key races. A South Carolina version of the guide will be launching in the coming days.

Alexander County

Anson County

Ashe County

Avery County

Burke County

Cabarrus County

Caldwell County

Catawba County

Cleveland County

Gaston County

Iredell County

Lincoln County

Mecklenburg County

Richmond County

Rowan County

Stanly County

Union County

Watauga County


Brad Cole

Brad Cole, wsoctv.com

Brad is a content center producer with Channel 9.

Zoe Penland

Zoe Penland, wsoctv.com

Zoe is a content center producer for Channel 9.

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