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Election 2026 Resources & Coverage

Stay informed about the 2026 elections in Michigan's Upper Peninsula with election coverage and voter resources from WNMU-TV. This page brings together special episodes of Media Meet and What's U.P., candidate forums, interviews and other election-related programming from WNMU Public Media.

You'll also find links to official Michigan voter information, including voter registration, absentee voting, early voting and election dates. Check back throughout the election season as we add new local coverage and resources.

The 2026 Michigan general election is Tuesday, November 3. Michigan's official election information, including registration deadlines, early voting information and absentee voting resources, is available through the Michigan Department of State.

Official Michigan Voting Information

For official information about registering to vote, checking your voter registration, voting absentee, finding your local clerk and learning about early voting, visit the Michigan Voter Information Center at Michigan.gov/Vote.

WNMU-TV Election Coverage

WNMU-TV's local election coverage brings Upper Peninsula voters conversations about candidates, elections and issues affecting communities across the region. Watch special episodes of Media Meet and What's U.P. below, with new election-related programs added throughout the 2026 election season.

Election 2026 Coverage | Media Meet

WNMU-TV’s election coverage includes special episodes of Media Meet featuring conversations about elections, voting, candidates, ballot proposals and issues affecting communities across the Upper Peninsula.

2026 Michigan Election Coverage: Michigan 38th Senate District Candidate Forum

Michigan 38th Senate District Forum: Prestin (R), van Ginhoven (D), Cambensy (I) debate key issues.

2026 Michigan Election Coverage: Analyzing Michigan's Two Ballot Proposals

Michigan voters to decide 2 statewide ballot proposals in 2026; experts explain on Media Meet.

2026 Michigan Election Coverage: Election '26: A Primary Preview

Preview of Michigan Primary 2026: voting eligibility, key races, and clerk insights.

Election & Community Information | What's U.P.

What's U.P. highlights community events, programs and resources throughout Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin. Election-related episodes provide information about voting dates, community resources and other election-related topics.

How to Vote in Michigan: Absentee, Early & Election Day Voting

Learn how to vote in Michigan: absentee, early voting, polling hours, and finding your ballot.

Michigan Voter Resources

For official voting information, use resources from the Michigan Department of State and your local clerk.

Absentee Voting

Michigan voters can vote by mail using an absentee ballot. The state provides information about requesting, completing, returning and tracking an absentee ballot.

Election Information | League of Women Voters

Get personalized voting information such as registration, ballot details, local polling places, and more.

Stay Connected to WNMU-TV

New election-related programs and conversations will be added throughout the 2026 election season. Check back for the latest Media Meet and What's U.P. coverage from WNMU-TV.

You can also explore more local productions from WNMU-TV, including Media Meet, What's U.P., Public Eye News and other programs produced for viewers across the Upper Peninsula.