Real-time updates for election results in Meckleburg County

CHARLOTTE — On Tuesday, voters in Mecklenburg County headed to the polls to vote on key issues, one of which included a proposed 1-cent sales tax for transit.

Along with transit expansion, voters also decided who should represent them in city hall and on the school board.

>> Scroll below for real-time, live, minute-by-minute updates during the day after Election Day in the Carolinas:

11 p.m.

There are some outstanding provisionals in Cleveland County that will be counted Friday. So this result could change https://t.co/kjEa5fSNs3
— Joe Bruno (@JoeBrunoWSOC9) November 5, 2025

10:30 p.m.

In Matthews, incumbent John Higdon has won reelection after defeating Leon Threatt.

Residents voted againt a new sales tax in Lancaster County.

10 p.m.

After Kimberly Owens defeated Krista Bokhari, a Democrat will represent Charlotte City Council District 6 for the first time.

9:45 p.m.

Mecklenburg County voters approve public transportation tax.

9:30 p.m.

Joi Mayo will win Charlotte City Council District 3. She defeated incumbent Tiawana Brown in the primary
— Joe Bruno (@JoeBrunoWSOC9) November 5, 2025

9:15 p.m.

Mayor Vi Lyles wins fifth term.

8:30 p.m.

In person early voting results are coming up next and then we will have a better picture of what the night will look like
— Joe Bruno (@JoeBrunoWSOC9) November 5, 2025

7:30 p.m.

Polls close in Mecklenburg County.

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Learn more about the local races and the candidates vying for your vote with the 2025 Political Beat Candidate Guide.

Channel 9 is your source for election coverage. Tune in to Eyewitness News, and check back with wsoctv.com for election updates throughout the day.

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