Republican voters in House District 35 cast ballots in a special primary election Tuesday, but they'll have to do it again in January.

Oklahomans in House District 35 will have the chance to vote on a new representative Tuesday. The seat covers cities in Creek, Noble, Osage, Pawnee and Payne counties. Former Rep. Ty Burns, R-Pawnee, resigned after pleading guilty to domestic abuse and assault.

Oklahoma City's mayoral race features incumbent David Holt against Matthew Pallares for the February 10, 2026 election.

In an interview, the governor detailed plans to expand gubernatorial appointment power, reshape education oversight and push energy and permitting reforms.

Oklahoma Democrats want a share of the momentum in the gubernatorial election after the party won every major contest across the country on Nov. 4.

Rep. Forrest Bennett's resignation was official Dec. 1. Gov. Kevin Stitt announced the scheudle for the special election to replace him.

A new year ahead brings new elections, and that goes for the mayor of Oklahoma City. Mayor David Holt’s term ends May 5, 2026, and the Oklahoma City Council authorized a resolution that called for a general election and a runoff election in 2026.