Voting on Election Day? Here’s when the polls will be open around Kansas City
Election Day is here, and thousands of residents in the Kansas City metro have already cast their ballots. On Tuesday, Nov. 5, hundreds more polling places will welcome visitors.
In addition to voting in the presidential election for Kamala Harris or Donald Trump, Kansas and Missouri voters have many state and local issues on the ballot. Kansas will choose its next legislators, while Missouri’s ballot features the next governor, and the future of abortion and minimum wage.
If you’re planning to vote on Election Day, the polls open early in the morning and stay open after the sun goes down. All voting locations must also let voters cast their ballot as long as they’re in line before the polls close.
Here’s what to know before you vote on Election Day.
When can I vote on Election Day?
All polling places in Kansas are required to be open at least 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5, but some begin welcoming voters as early as 6 a.m. or stay open as late as 8 p.m. Johnson County polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., while Wyandotte County polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
In Missouri, polling places are open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., including those in Kansas City and Clay, Jackson and Platte counties.
As in all elections, if you’re in line when the polls close in the evening, you still have a right to vote, so stay in line until you’re able to cast a ballot.
How do I find my polling place in Missouri or Kansas?
Missouri voters should check with the state’s voter information search tool at voteroutreach.sos.mo.gov. You can also check directly with your local election board.
Kansas voters should use the state’s VoterView tool at myvoteinfo.voteks.org, or consult with their local election board.
Keep in mind: Some polling locations may have changed, so it’s important to double-check your polling location before heading out to vote on Election Day.
Need more info on voting Tuesday?
- Your last-minute guide to voting: when, where and how
- Explore our Missouri and Kansas voter guides
- Everything to know about Missouri’s ballot issues
- See the 10 biggest races in the Kansas City area
- How to see your sample ballot in Kansas or Missouri
This story was originally published November 4, 2024 at 12:42 PM.
