Elections

The outcomes of the marriage votes could influence the U.S. Supreme Court, which will soon consider whether to take up cases challenging the law that denies federal recognition to same-sex marriages.

I appreciate the fact that so many students on campus were dedicated to this year’s race for the presidency.

Republican newcomer Caleb Rowden defeats veteran politician Ken Jacob in the area's closest House race.

The race between Kurt Schaefer and Mary Still, who have known each other since working for then-Attorney General Jay Nixon, only became more heated as the campaign wore on.

People from both sides of the aisle took to establishments around Columbia to watch the election results come in with supporters of the party of their choice.

Mitt Romney telephoned the president, then spoke to disappointed supporters in Boston.

Here are the results from Boone County in all races with all precincts reporting.

Election officials are predicting that 72 percent of registered voters will cast ballots Tuesday in Missouri.

Citizens share their reactions as they vote around town: "I don't have formal plans for the results, but I'll definitely be glued to it. This will be an exciting day."

The tax will bring in an estimated $5.4 million annually for mental health services focused on children in Boone County.

Southern District Commissioner Karen Miller also wins another term.

Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill won her re-election bid for Missouri's Senate seat.

After months of campaigning and news coverage of that campaigning, election night is finally here. We're compiling a running list of commentary from various news sources. 

In other statewide races, Democratic Attorney General Chris Koster defeated Republican attorney Ed Martin. Republican Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder won a third term.

For myriad reasons, people around the city were motivated to overcome obstacles to get out and vote — or to help others accomplish that task.

The presidential race and a proposed increase in Missouri's tobacco tax were top of mind for many.

To tap into some of the pride around voting, the Missourian caught up with voters and their “I Voted” stickers today at polling places around Columbia.

To satisfy your election news needs throughout the day and night, check out this guide to online streaming coverage, social media feeds and interactive content.

The Boone County Clerk’s office is responsible for making local elections run smoothly so they assemble a group of poll workers, like John Shewmaker, to run the poll stations around Boone County.

Students from Mill Creek Elementary School in Columbia talk about the role of the president and how they feel about politics.