Connecticut Kicks Off Early Voting for 2026 Primaries Today
WHO:
WTNH - Registered Democratic and Republican voters in Connecticut are participating in the primaries.
WHAT:
CT Mirror - More than $100,000 in bets have been placed on Connecticut’s primary elections.
CT Mirror - More than half of the money wagered is on the Democratic primary between Gov. Ned Lamont and State Rep. Josh Elliott of Hamden.
WTNH - Absentee ballots are now available for voters in Connecticut.
WTNH - Early voting for the primaries is taking place from Aug. 3-9.
CT News Junkie - Early voting allows voters to cast their ballots in person before the election, which state officials say increases convenience and encourages voter engagement.
WTNH - The primaries will determine party candidates for governor, U.S. Congress, and state legislative and constitutional races.
WHERE:
New Haven Independent - Each city and town in Connecticut has only one early voting location.
WTNH - The early voting locations are available in each city and town in Connecticut.
WHEN:
WTNH - The primaries are scheduled for Aug. 11.
WHY:
CT News Junkie - The purpose of early voting is to provide convenience and encourage voter participation.
HOW:
WTNH - Eligible voters can cast their ballots starting at 10 a.m. during the early voting period.
(UPDATED August 4, 2026 19:27 UTC)
More than $100,000 in bets have been placed on Connecticut’s primary elections, according to CT Mirror. Notably, over half of that amount is focused on the Democratic primary contest between Governor Ned Lamont and State Representative Josh Elliott of Hamden. As the election approaches, the betting activity reflects growing interest in this pivotal race.
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(UPDATED August 4, 2026 07:39 UTC)
Absentee ballots are now available for voters in Connecticut, making it easier for residents to participate in upcoming elections. Each city and town in the state has designated just one early voting location, ensuring that voters have a central place to cast their ballots ahead of time. This streamlined approach aims to enhance voter accessibility and engagement throughout Connecticut.
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(UPDATED August 3, 2026 20:33 UTC)
Registered Democratic and Republican voters in Connecticut are currently participating in early voting for the primaries, which runs from August 3 to August 9. This early voting allows voters to cast their ballots in person before the election, making it more convenient and encouraging greater engagement. The primaries, set for August 11, will determine the party candidates for governor, U.S. Congress, and state legislative and constitutional races, with eligible voters able to cast their ballots starting at 10 a.m. during the early voting period.