Orange County Elections

Florida early voting closes Aug 15-16 before Election Day on Aug 18. Mail-in ballot requests have passed. See which counties extend hours and what IDs are needed to vote.

First Coast News will provide comprehensive live coverage of the August 18, 2026 Florida Primaries. This guide explains how to tune in for real-time election results impacting Orlando and Central Florida communities.

Donald Trump suggests he won't rule out a national emergency to change voting rules, sparking debate among Orlando officials about federal overreach and election security in Central Florida.

Internal Republican polling reveals growing economic anxiety among Central Florida voters, signaling potential Democratic gains in upcoming midterms across Orange County.

Jared Hudson's victory over Barry Moore reshapes Republican politics with implications for Central Florida races and national strategy moving forward.

Florida voters face a critical 2026 cycle with primaries in August and the general election in November. Registration ends October 6.

Florida election officials must keep old maps as lawsuits challenge new districts. Orange County faces $300k costs for voter notifications amid redistricting chaos.

Florida Republicans push election law changes aligned with Trump demands, including citizenship verification that could impact Central Florida voters.

Florida legislature passes sweeping Trump-backed election bill with stricter voting rules; civil rights groups prepare legal challenges.