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Mitch Colvin wants a fourth term as city mayor. Efrain “Freddie” de la Cruz wants Colvin’s gavel. Six incumbents want to remain on the Fayetteville City Council. Six …

It's over for now. The mayor and the City Council got it right Monday night, opting to put an end to discussion about four-year, staggered terms for council members in future election seasons.

Newcomer, two incumbents win seats on Cumberland school board

Two incumbents and one newcomer were elected to the Cumberland County Board of Education on Tuesday, according to unofficial results. Three current members were seeking reelection but faced a …

Federal, state and local offices were on the ballot in Tuesday’s general election. North Carolina voters cast ballots for two seats on the N.C. Supreme Court; voters in U.S. House Districts and 9 and N.C. House Districts 42, 44 and 45 made selections for representatives; Cumberland County voters chose among eight candidates for three seats on the Board of Education; and voters marked their preferences for a variety of judicial seats.

City residents spoke loudly Tuesday in overwhelmingly approving a total of $97 million in bond packages for investments in public safety, infrastructure and housing.

Incumbent Diane Wheatley on Tuesday defeated veteran Democratic challenger Elmer Floyd for the N.C. House District 43 seat, according to unofficial returns. The district includes parts of central …

Two Democrats defeated two Republicans for at-large seats on the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners in Tuesday’s general election, according to unofficial returns from the county Board of Elections.

Val Applewhite defeats Meredith for N.C. Senate District 19 seat

Democrat Val Applewhite on Tuesday defeated veteran Republican candidate Wesley Meredith for a seat in the North Carolina Senate representing District 19, according to unofficial returns. With all …

In a race that could shift the balance of power in the U.S. Senate, Republican Ted Budd defeated Democrat Cheri Beasley in Tuesday's general election, complete but unofficial election returns show.

Election Day proper began early Tuesday when polls opened before sunrise. With midnight nearing, candidates, supporters and politicos gathered at the Crown Complex ballroom on Business I-95 aware of some of the winners and awaiting other races too close to call.

Voters in Fayetteville sent the message Tuesday that they are happy with the way the City Council is structured. The referendum on the Vote Yes Fayetteville initiative failed at the polls, 26,209 to 20,361, according to unofficial returns.

Democrat Ennis Wright will serve another term as Cumberland County sheriff after defeating Republican challenger LaRue Windham in Tuesday’s election, according to unofficial …

Polls will open at 6:30 a.m. today and close at 7:30 p.m. as decision time comes in the midterm election. Voters must mark their ballots at their assigned polling place.

Three members of the Cumberland County Board of Education who are seeking reelection are being challenged by five political newcomers. The top three vote-getters will win seats on the …

A 20-year veteran of law enforcement who was fired over what he says were unfounded allegations of wrongdoing says he hopes to bring trust back to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s …

Polling sites busy as early voting ends

There was near gridlock just after noon in the parking lot of the Cliffdale Recreation Center on Saturday. Ten vehicles were lined up waiting to curbside vote, and the closer parking spots around …

Republican incumbent Richard Hudson is being challenged by Democratic state Sen. Ben Clark for the U.S. House District 9 seat. The newly drawn district includes part of Cumberland …

Republican incumbent David Rouzer is being challenged by Democratic state Rep. Charles Graham for the U.S. House District 7 seat. The newly drawn district includes Bladen, Robeson, Columbus, …

One-stop early voting for the Nov. 8 general election ends at 3 p.m. Saturday at eight polling sites across Cumberland County. All voters have a choice of voting by absentee mail-in ballot, voting early or voting in person at their assigned polling site on Election Day,

It’s a simple decision for Fayetteville voters: Vote yes, or vote no. But the implications of that choice go deep and could reshape the makeup of the City Council. A referendum on …

Republican Gloria Carrasco is running against Democratic incumbent Marvin Lucas for the N.C. House 42 seat. The district includes Spring Lake, Fort Bragg and part of Fayetteville.

Republican Susan Chapman and Democrat Frances Jackson are running for the N.C. House District 45 seat. The seat is currently held by John Szoka, who is running for an at-large seat on the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners.

Republican Robby Hicks is challenging Judge Mark Sternlicht, a Democrat, for the N.C. Superior Court judge District 12C, Seat 2. CityView asked the candidates why they are running for a seat on the Superior Court bench. Here are their answers.

Democrat Rosalyn Hood and Republican Jonathan Strange are seeking the N.C. District Court judge District 12 seat 6. CityView asked the candidates why they are running for a seat on the District Court bench. Here are their answers.

Fayetteville residents giving thought to the $97 million in bonds on the Nov. 8 ballot may wish to give a listen to the city manager. Residents will vote in referendums on three bond packages: $60 million for public safety projects; $25 million for public infrastructure; and $12 million for housing opportunities.

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