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Westchester begins counting secured emergency ballots after Election Day machine failures
Nov. 4, 9:30 p.m.
By Melanie Palmer
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The counting began around 11 a.m. Wednesday. At last check, there was no ETA on how long it would take.
The Democratic commissioner for the Westchester County Board of Elections said they will thoroughly review and investigate what happened to figure out what sparked the issue on Tuesday.
"We are still investigating that, and we will make a final statement after we've reviewed everything. As you're all aware, various entities and organizations made various statements about the issue. We need to review all of that, particularly talk to the state board to ensure that everyone is on the same page when we issue the final determination," said Tajian Nelson, the Democratic commissioner of the Westchester County Board of Elections.
"No foul play whatsoever," said Douglas Colety, the Republican commissioner for the Westchester County Board of Elections. "We want to instill confidence in the public that we will do everything we can and there's no interference from the outside and there is no hacking or anything from within.”
Democrats take control in Clarkstown as Rockland voters reject Prop 1 and approve Orangetown land protection measure
Nov. 4, 8:30 a.m.
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What governors’ reelection victories mean for New York and Connecticut’s next four years
Nov. 4, 7:48 a.m.
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NY-17 and NY-8: What Democratic House control and a potential Jeffries speakership could mean for New Yorkers
Nov. 4, 6:27 a.m.
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Political parties agree to court-supervised ballot count in wake of Westchester's voting machines tech issues
Nov. 4, 1:08 a.m.
Both major political parties agreed to a court-supervised process to secure and count the unscanned ballots due to Westchester County's voting machines technical issues on Election Day.
Police collected all unscanned ballots from polling locations across the county and transported them securely to the Board of Elections in Ardsley.
News 12's Mike Lamorte has the latest information from Ardsley.
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Rockland County Democrats celebrate election victories across federal and local races
Nov. 4, 1:02 a.m.
By Diane Caruso
Rockland County Democrats celebrated several election victories Tuesday night, gathering at a watch party at the "Norcina" restaurant in New City as results came in.
Cheers erupted when Cait Conley was announced the winner of New York's 17th Congressional District race.
Supporters and local candidates attending the event described the outcome as a "complete sweep" for Democrats, from federal contests down to local races.
At the town level, the slate of Clarkstown Democrats also declared victory.
Clarkstown Supervisor-elect Eugene Bondar addressed supporters while standing alongside fellow candidate-elects.
"We have been waiting for this moment for so long and I couldn't have been any more proud. I know with the right people that we now have elected, we are going to change, and we are going to bring the good that all of you deserve," Bondar said.
Incumbent Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann congratulated his opponent following the election and thanked supporters for their years of support during his time in office.
Democrat Cait Conley declares victory in race for NY's 17th Congressional District
Nov. 4, 12:32 a.m.
Democrat Cait Conley declared victory on election night in the race for New York's 17th Congressional District.
Conley spoke in front of a crowd of supporters at Club Infinity in Pleasantville.
News 12's Jackie Gillis has more from Pleasantville.
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Nov. 4, 12:32 a.m.
AP declares Democrat Letitia James winner in race for attorney general in New York.
Video from New York 17th Congressional District Democratic challenger Cait Conley's watch party in Pleasantville.
Nov. 4, 12:28 a.m.
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Rep. Lawler concedes in NY 17th Congressional District
Nov. 4, 12:08 a.m.
Republican Rep. Mike Lawler conceded in the race for New York's Congressional District.
He thanked his family and friends for their support during his campaign for reelection.
News 12's Melanie Palmer has more from the Lawler campaign in Pearl River.
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Democrat Cait Conley gives victory speech after declaring herself winner in NY-17 race
Nov. 3, 11:58 p.m.
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News 12's Tara Rosenblum reports on Rep. Mike Lawler conceding in the race for NY-17 District
Nov. 3, 11:06 p.m.
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HERNANDEZ STATEMENT ON ELECTION RESULTS
Nov. 3, 11:04 p.m.
Joseph Hernandez, the Republican nominee for State Comptroller, released the following statement:
"Tonight, I called Tom DiNapoli to congratulate him.
New Yorkers have spoken, and I respect their decision.
In 1776, George Washington lost New York. Seven years later, on Evacuation Day, he rode back down Broadway into a free city.
Losing a battle is not the same as losing the cause.
Our cause hasn't changed: every dollar Albany spends belongs to the people who earned it.
To my family, our volunteers, and every voter who trusted us: thank you.
I came here at seven on a fishing boat, and I learned that in America, you get back up.
This is not my last word."
Nov. 3, 10:57 p.m.
Republican Rep. Mike Lawler concedes in the race for New York's Congressional District 17.
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STATEMENT FROM THE WESTCHESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS
Nov. 3, 10:44 p.m.
“Our message to voters is simple: Every lawful vote will be counted. Pursuant to a Consent Decree ordered by New York State Supreme Court Justice Paul Marx, procedures are in place to ensure the security and proper handling of all lawful ballots cast.
"The ballot scanner issues experienced across Westchester County today were serious. Our immediate priority is ensuring that every lawful ballot is secured, accounted for, and counted. Our bipartisan team responded immediately by implementing emergency ballot procedures. Every ballot cast today has been secured and remains under bipartisan control to ensure its integrity throughout the process.
"Following the closing of the polls at 9:00 p.m. this evening, ballots were secured and are being transported under police supervision from polling locations to the Westchester County Board of Elections facility in Ardsley. Upon arrival, the ballots will remain under continuous police protection until counting begins.
"The counting of these ballots is scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. All procedures, under the direction and oversight of the Board of Elections Commissioners, will be carried out in an orderly, transparent, and efficient manner, consistent with the security requirements established and the standards of election administration that Westchester County voters expect and deserve.
"We remain committed to protecting the integrity of the election and ensuring that every lawful vote is counted.”
Hochul takes stage after AP declares victory in governor's race
Nov. 3, 10:50 p.m.
Gov. Kathy Hochul took the stage at her election night watch party after the Associated Press declared her the winner of New York's gubernatorial race. Hochul was joined by her husband and granddaughter as she addressed supporters.
She posted on Facebook saying, "And tomorrow, I’ll get up and go right back to work."
Hochul takes stage after AP declares victory in governor's race
Nov. 3, 10:38 p.m.
Gov. Kathy Hochul took the stage at her election night watch party after the Associated Press declared her the winner of New York's gubernatorial race. Hochul was joined by her husband and granddaughter as she addressed supporters.
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Nov. 3, 10:32 p.m.
AP projects Democrat George Latimer will win reelection to U.S. House in New York's 16th Congressional District.
Nov. 3, 10:26 p.m.
Democratic incumbent Letita James declares victory in New York State attorney general race.
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Bruce Blakeman concedes defeat in governor's race
Nov. 3, 10:22 p.m.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has conceded. He says in a speech on Election Night that he spoke to Hochul on the phone.
Nov. 3, 10:22 p.m.
Speaker Heastie Statement on Re-Election of Attorney General Letitia James
"New York's voters have once again chosen my friend and colleague Letitia James to serve as Attorney General. While the Trump administration specializes in fearmongering and divisiveness, Attorney General James has remained a calm, protective voice for New Yorkers. Her leadership and commitment to justice is an example for us all, and I am proud that the voters of this great state have chosen her to continue as our Attorney General."
Nov. 3, 10:02 p.m.
Speaker Heastie Statement on Decisive Re-Election of Governor Kathy Hochul
"Congratulations to Governor Kathy Hochul on her decisive re-election.
The federal government has handed us many challenges over the last two years, including unchecked inflation putting everyday items like housing, childcare, and utilities further out of reach for our families and even more so for our most vulnerable neighbors. I am proud to call Governor Hochul a partner in our fight to protect all our residents, put hard earned money back in the pockets of New Yorkers and make our state a more affordable place to live.
I look forward to working with her and our colleagues in the New York State Senate to bring real solutions to our communities."
Nov. 3, 10 p.m.
COMPTROLLER TOM DiNAPOLI STATEMENT ON ELECTION NIGHT VICTORY
"Tonight's victory is not just a personal victory for me. It's also a recognition of the outstanding efforts of the 3,000 dedicated professionals of the State Comptroller's office who do a great job on behalf of the people of New York. And it is a victory for the hard-working public employees, including our first responders, and our retirees who understand the importance of a secure pension. I thank all those who supported me with their votes, their endorsements, and their volunteer efforts, especially my friends in Labor, who powered tonight's great victory. The campaign is over but the work continues. I look forward to serving all the people of New York as your State Comptroller for the next four years."
Court-supervised ballot count agreed to in Westchester voting machine ballot issue
Nov. 3, 9:48 p.m.
News 12's Tara Rosenblum reports that Democrats and Republicans have agreed to a court-supervised process to secure and count unscanned ballots tied to Election Day voting machine failures in Westchester County. Police will collect the ballots from polling sites across the county and transport them to the Board of Elections in Ardsley for counting.
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Analyst Chris Malone speaks about technical issues with voting machines in Westchester.
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Blakeman greeted with cheers at Election night watch party
Nov. 3, 9:45 p.m.
Supporters erupted in cheers as Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman arrived at his campaign's election night watch party while votes continued to be counted.
Nov. 3, 9:38 p.m.
AP projects Democrat Rep. Pat Ryan will win re-election for New York's 18th Congressional District.
Gov. Kathy Hochul wins reelection, earning another four years as New York's governor.
Nov. 3, 9:26 p.m.
News 12's Kevin Vesey reports live as celebrations erupt at her Midtown Manhattan headquarters.
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News 12's Tara Rosenblum reports on Gov. Kathy Hochul being declared the winner in New York's gubernatorial race
Nov. 3, 9:12 p.m.
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Nov. 3, 9:01 p.m.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrat Kathy Hochul wins reelection for governor in New York.
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Nov. 3, 8:57 p.m.
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News 12's Tara Rosenblum reports on the latest with the voting machine issues
Nov. 3, 8:40 p.m.
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and his team are anxiously awaiting the results of Election Day at The Lannin in East Meadow.
Nov. 3, 5:53 p.m.
News 12's Joe Arena has more from the scene.
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All eyes are on the top race in New York state as Bruce Blakeman and Kathy Hochul battle it out for governor.
Nov. 3, 5:52 p.m.
News 12's Kevin Vesey is in Manhattan where Gov. Hochul and her team will be watching things unfold.
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One of the most closely-watched races in country playing out in Hudson Valley
Nov. 3, 5:38 p.m.
By Melanie Palmer
The race for New York's 17th Congressional District seat is inching closer to the finish line.
Incumbent Republican Rep. Mike Lawler is going up against his Democratic opponent, Cait Conley.
Both candidates cast their ballots Tuesday.
News 12 will be following the results closely for the race Tuesday night.
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There's been conflicting reports, chaos and confusion in Westchester County, as voters cast their ballots on Tuesday
Nov. 3, 5:35 p.m.
By Tim Harfmann
The county Board of Elections and county executive said the issue had to deal with the pre-printed ballot itself.
However, the state Board of Elections said it had to do with the machine programming.
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Yonkers voters frustrated over lack of notice about voting machine issues
Nov. 3, 5:25 p.m.
By Estefania Salinas
Voters at a polling site in Yonkers are expressing frustration after saying they weren’t informed that voting machines were down until after they had already received and filled out their ballots.
Several voters told News 12 they were upset that poll workers did not notify them of the issue beforehand, leaving them feeling like they had little choice once their ballots were completed.
One woman said she took time off work to vote and felt her time was wasted. Others raised concerns about their ballots being placed in orange bags instead of being scanned into the machines.
For many voters, the frustration isn’t just about the machines not working; it’s about the lack of communication and uncertainty surrounding what happens to their ballots next.
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News 12's Natalie Hernandez is in the Election Center with a preview of what to expect during Election Day 2026
Nov. 3, 5:00 p.m.
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Election Day Issues Leave Some Westchester Voters Questioning Process
Nov. 3, 4:52 p.m.
By Jackie Gillis
Voting machine issues continued to frustrate Westchester voters on Election Day, with some residents questioning the emergency voting process and whether their ballots would be secure.
One Thornwood voter told News 12 she was so uncomfortable with the situation that she voided her vote and plans to return after work to try again.
County officials say they are aware of the problems, are working to address them, and continue to urge residents to vote, assuring them that all ballots will be counted.
Nov. 3, 3:39 p.m.
The Board of Elections has identified the cause of the issue in Westchester and is working to restore scanner access at every poll site. New Yorkers, this will not impact your vote. Keep going to the polls and filling out your ballots. Your vote matters, and it will be counted.
— NY AG James (@NewYorkStateAG) November 3, 2026
Election officials address ballot issues across the county
Nov. 3, 2:02 p.m.
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Voting machine problems reported across Westchester County as ballots placed in bags
Nov. 3, 12:02 p.m.
By Jonathan Calixto
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Voting is continuing across Westchester County despite a countywide problem with voting machines at polling locations, according to the county Board of Elections.
The board is instructing poll workers to check voters in and provide them with ballots. The ballots are being placed in orange bags while technicians work to resolve the problems.
The bags will be sent to the Board of Elections at the end of the night. Those ballots will be counted first, before ballots cast through the machines.
Link: Vote 2026: Westchester/Hudson Valley election voting guide
Link: AP Decision Notes: What to expect in New York on Election Day
Voters express concern and confusion as voting machines fail at Westchester polling sites
Nov. 3, 12:08 p.m.
By Estefania Salinas
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Conley and Lawler head to polls in NY-17 race that could help determine control of Congress
Nov. 3, 12:05 p.m.
By Katerina Belales
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Fairfield University politics professor Dr. Gayle Alberta discusses implications of voting machine failures
Nov. 3, 12:02 p.m.
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Video of Rep. Mike Lawler voting today
Nov. 3, 10:30 a.m.
Video statement from Westchester County Executive on the voting machines
Nov. 3, 10:29 a.m.
Former state Sen. David Carlucci on potential vote counting delays
Nov. 3, 9:10 a.m.
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News 12's Tara Rosenblum reports
Nov. 3, 8:56 a.m.
Democrat Cait Conley statement on voting machine outages
Nov. 3, 8:40 a.m.
Republican Mike Lawler statement on voting machine outages
Nov. 3, 8:40 a.m.
Westchester Board of Elections Statement
Nov. 3, 8:30 a.m.
The Westchester County Board of Elections (BOE) is aware of an issue involving paper ballots that is preventing voting machines from accepting ballots at polling locations throughout the County. The Westchester Board of Elections wants to reassure every voter that your vote matters, your ballot will be secure and your vote will be counted.
The Board of Elections is in constant communication with New York State officials, Westchester County Government and poll workers to address this issue and ensure that voting continues with as little disruption as possible. In the meantime, voters should continue to complete their paper ballots as instructed by poll workers. Ballots will be placed in designated orange emergency ballot bags, which will remain secure and monitored. These ballots will subsequently be counted in accordance with applicable election procedures.
We strongly encourage all voters to remain in line, exercise patience and, most importantly, cast their ballots.
The BOE sincerely apologizes to voters and poll workers for the inconvenience this situation has caused, and the BOE recognizes the importance of a smooth and efficient voting process. They are taking every necessary step to address the issue as quickly as possible.
Let us be absolutely clear: Every eligible vote will be counted. No voter should be discouraged from participating in this election because of this issue. Your voice matters. Your vote matters. Please stay in line and vote.
New York AG Letitia James X post on ballot scanner issues
Nov. 3, 7:38 a.m.
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