AT ISSUE Election Special
Grab your ballot and learn more about the top issues needing your vote in the 2026 General Election.
KSPS PBS presents coverage of state and local races leading up to Election Day
Spotlight on Local Candidates
Stay informed and engaged with KSPS PBS as we cover key local debates leading up to the elections. Our coverage will feature candidates discussing the issues that matter most to our community, providing you with the information you need to make an informed decision at the polls. Your vote is your voice—be part of the conversation.
Tune in for these local elections
Thursday, October 15:
- 7:00 PM: WA Legislative District 3
- 7:30 PM: WA Legislative District 4
Monday, October 19:
- 7:00 PM: Spokane Co. Prosecuting Attorney
- 7:30 PM: WA Legislative District 6
Stream Debates Online
Spokane County Prosecutor Debate
Hear from the candidates vying to be Spokane County's next top attorney.
WA STATE REP District 6
Two newcomers Nolan and Kelso are vying for a spot representing voters in northwest Spokane and the West Plains.
WA STATE REP District 3
Jasmin III vs Poulson debate who will fill Timm Ormsby's seat to serve Spokane.
WA STATE REP District 4
Rob Chase and Rob Tupper debate who will serve voters in Spokane Valley and NE Spokane County.
VOTE 2026: CONGRESSIONAL DEBATE
Rep. Michael Baumgartner and challenger Carmela Conroy meet for a candidate conversation and debate.
Trusted News & In-Depth Analysis
Engage & Empower: Civic Stories
Showcase
An intense competition focused on civics and history. High school teams compete to answer questions about civics and government study.
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Washington Women Win the Vote! A November election in 1910 brought hope to thousands of Washington women, and millions across America. After decades of struggle, humiliation and defeat they had finally won the right to vote. The 5th state to grant women suffrage, this vote renewed the effort of women nationwide, leading to the adoption of the 19th Amendment 10 years later.
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The violation of civil rights for Japanese Americans in Washington state during WWII.
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Expore the complexity of homelessness and the challenges involved in solving it in Spokane
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