Iowans across the state went to the polls to vote in local races. Follow us for live updates and results as the polls are now closed.

From where to vote, to who's on the ballot, to the top races we're watching: here's what Iowa voters need to know on Election Day.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4 — the final day for Iowans to vote in the 2025 election. Polling places are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday for in-person voting. The deadline for returning an absentee ballot is also on Tuesday.

Tuesday, Nov. 4 is Election Day in Iowa for 2025 local elections. Absentee and early voting has been open since Oct. 15 in Iowa for the city and school elections, but Iowans who have not yet participated can head to their precinct voting locations Tuesday to cast their ballots.

Millions of dollars are on the line in Charles City on Tuesday night as voters decide whether or not to pass a $30 million referendum for Charles City Community Schools.

The results of Tuesday's city and school elections will help shape central Iowa communities for years to come.

Get real-time results from city and school board races in Polk County, including in DMPS, Des Moines, Ankeny, West Des Moines, Urbandale and more.

Iowa City community members turned out to vote in the 2025 general election on Tuesday, Nov. 4.Four at-large city council candidates were on the ballot, including incumbents Bruce Teague and Megan Alter,