This is how precincts in Pa. handle unexpected issues on Election Day

On Election Day, poll workers sometimes have to quickly problem-solve to make sure all eligible voters are able to cast a ballot. WITF’s Katie Knol reports counties have backup plans for when issues arise. This story is part of an explanatory series focused on Pennsylvania elections produced coll…

How ballots get from Pennsylvania precincts to election offices

Tamper-evident seals, law enforcement, lots of forms and signatures — all tools used in the secure transport of ballots from precincts to elections offices. WITF’s Jordan Wilkie reports how votes make it safely from the polling place to the big screen. This story is part of an explanatory serie…

Separating fact from fiction in Pennsylvania's election process

As Election Day looms, the number of false and misleading claims are ratcheting up. WITF’s Jordan Wilkie has this explainer on two common topics of confusion — dead or noncitizen voters. This story is part of an explanatory series focused on Pennsylvania elections produced collaboratively by WI…

Tips for how voters can have a smooth election day.

Having a plan can help voters avoid long lines, prevent mistakes and help fellow citizens. WITF’s Katie Knol has this advice on making your Election Day — November 5th — run smoothly. This story is part of an explanatory series focused on Pennsylvania elections produced collaboratively by WITF'…

Pennsylvania mail-in ballot deadlines are here

Pennsylvanians are running out of time to vote by mail. WITF’s Katie Knol reports there are multiple ways to get and return a mail-in ballot and make sure your votes are counted.

How to vote in-person, early in Pa.

Pennsylvanians can vote by mail or vote in person at a polling place on Election Day. The state doesn’t have early in-person voting, but there is a work around. WITF’s Jordan Wilkie recorded himself requesting and returning a by-mail ballot, all in person and same day, at his county elections off…

In Pennsylvania, am I allowed to drop off a ballot for another voter?

1.7 million Pennsylvania voters are approved to vote by-mail, and about a third of them have already returned ballots. WITF’s Jordan Wilkie explains how to legally get mail-in votes back to elections offices. This story is part of an explanatory series focused on Pennsylvania elections produced…

To cast a Pennsylvania ballot, voters must be registered by Oct. 21

To vote on or before Election Day, citizens have to register by October 21st.   WITF’s Katie Knol has this explainer on voter registration and maintenance.  To register, request a mail-in ballot, or answer any election questions, go to Vote.pa.gov.   This story is part of an explanatory series fo…

How Pennsylvanians living overseas can vote

More than 20,000 Pennsylvanians living abroad or serving in the military have applied to vote by mail.  WITF’s Jordan Wilkie details  the special accommodations made for them.  This story is part of an explanatory series focused on Pennsylvania elections produced collaboratively by WITF's democra…

Every voter in Pennsylvania can cast a mail ballot if they want. Here’s how.

Deadlines for voters to get their mail-in ballots are coming up fast. WITF’s Katie Knol reports the earlier you apply and return your ballot, the better.