Voters in Alaska, Idaho and Oregon will decide on controversial ballot measures and races for office at all levels of government. Alaska's Senate race could help decide the balance of power in Washington D.

On Election Day, voters will grapple with their state identities in Alabama, Colorado and Idaho. Idaho’s ballot includes a measure for voters to choose a state gun, with six options that include two Winchester models,

Some called the claim "frivolous."

Voters will consider nearly 150, including: Will California or Colorado raise taxes, while getting voter ID? Will Virginia and Missouri have abortion in their constitutions? Will Arizona ban traffic cameras? And how about Idaho's official state gun?

In Rooted In, six Wall Street Journal reporters take you back to their hometowns to capture the voice of the nation ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Among the stops: Detroit, Idaho and Miami. Explore the full series below.

Steve Berch has been able to hold his seat in the past despite Republicans owning the edge in registered voters.

The GOP incumbent’s chief opponent says Risch is out of touch with Idahoans. But Risch says he’s accessible to constituents, who benefit from his seniority.

Too Extreme for Idaho PAC asks a judge to pull pro-Prop 1 ads from the air over low rates. Dems call the move "frivolous."