ATLANTA — Election Day is the poll that counts, and Channel 2 Action News is prepared to deliver election information on every platform -- from television to online, on social media and in apps.
“There are few issues more critical than local, statewide and national elections,” said Tim McVay, Vice President and General Manager of Channel 2 WSB-TV. “WSB-TV has been committed to covering the key issues and campaigns so that our viewers are fully informed before going into the voting booth on Election Day, and fully up to date as the results come in.”
“Based on the record turnout for early voting, we’re anticipating one of the largest voter turnouts for this presidential election,” said Misti Turnbull, News Director for Channel 2. “We have been covering the election for over a year. From caucuses to primaries, national conventions to local rallies, we’ve dedicated more resources than any other news organization in Atlanta to bring viewers the most in-depth coverage.”
On Election Day, Channel 2 Action News will be out in force. Here’s a brief on the points of coverage:
- More than 60 journalists will work together starting early Tuesday morning as the polls open until the race results are finalized Tuesday night. They'll be reporting live from campaign headquarters and in counties throughout metro Atlanta, covering the major races that affect our communities.
- Up-to-the-minute results for more than 700 local, state and national races will scroll on Channel 2 all night as well as on wsbtv.com and on our mobile apps.
- Local results will cover more than 50 Georgia counties.
- Special election coverage on wsbtv.com begins at 8 p.m. Tuesday with early results, live reports and expert analysis featuring Channel 2's John Pruitt, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson, Republican strategist Brian Robinson and pollster Mark Rountree.
- After launching our special tip line for voter problems, Channel 2 will investigate problems reported at the polls.
- Cut-ins will occur every 30 minutes beginning at 8:30 p.m. on WSB-TV, running in tandem with ABC News' coverage of "Your Voice, Your Vote."
- Live team 2 coverage on the Channel 2 Action News Nightbeat at 11 p.m. will focus on the latest results, live reports from the field and reaction from campaigns and their supporters.
- Complete results and live reports on Channel 2 Action News "This Morning" beginning at 4 a.m. Wednesday.
Facebook Live #50States
Facebook selected WSB-TV as one of its 50 partners in the country to participate in its #50States Election Day initiative. Throughout the day, Channel 2 WSB-TV and other select media outlets across all 50 states will be streaming on Facebook Live as Americans head to the polls.
Live coverage on Facebook from WSB-TV and the #50States participants will give voters real-time access as the voting process gets underway in Georgia and across the U.S. Follow the hashtag #50states for exclusive views from the field and a live look at how the elections are playing out.
Election Day in GeorgiaIt's Election Day in Georgia and already we're seeing crowded polling places. We're live in Cobb County where voters are casting their ballots for president, senate and local races. #50States
Posted by WSB-TV on Tuesday, November 8, 2016
Partnership Coverage
Channel 2 Action News and ABC News have a long history of being the most trusted local and national television news resource in North Georgia.
Teaming with ABC News as well as The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, News95.5/AM750 WSB and Cox Media Group’s Washington Bureau, WSB-TV expands its breadth of expertise, sourcing, coverage and context unequaled by any other local news source.
Throughout this election year process, Channel 2 Action News has been devoting enormous local resources to cover the story. The station has provided:
- Live reports with Channel 2 Action News anchors and reporters from Iowa for the Iowa Caucuses.
- Live reports with Channel 2 Action News anchors and reporters from South Carolina for the Republican and Democratic primaries.
- Extensive Super Tuesday coverage on air and online.
- Live team 2 Coverage of both Republican and Democratic National Conventions from Cleveland and Philadelphia with Channel 2 Action News anchors and reporters.
- In-depth analysis from our political experts throughout the year on wsbtv.com and on Channel 2.
- Exclusive polls from Landmark Communications on the Presidential and Senate races.
- A tip line for viewers to text (470-485-2WSB) with information about any problems at voting locations.
Candidate Access
WSB-TV offered candidates who face opposition in the upcoming election free airtime to deliver a 3-minute position statement to our viewers.
The initiative was designed to enhance the quantity and quality of information available to viewers as they make their important voting decisions.
WSB-TV aired statements from 15 candidates. The statements of the candidates for congressional and statewide races in Georgia aired during a special programming block on Oct. 30.
The statements were allowed to run unedited with some restrictions and guidelines given to candidates. Because of FEC and FCC regulations and constraints, we were unable to air a position statement for any candidates who are running unopposed. Those video are available here.
Voter/Community Information
Channel 2 aired a public service campaign encouraging citizens to register to vote. From the registration deadline until the elections, the public service announcements will encourage citizens to vote on Election Day.
Online Coverage
WSBTV.com and the Channel 2 Action News app will host live election results from 8 to 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Follow @wsbtv and #YourVoteOn2 on Twitter and get minute-by-minute election news from Channel 2.
Online links to other important information to help viewers prepare to cast their ballots are:
- Find Your Polling Place
- What You Need At The Polls
- Voter Registration
- Voter ID Information
- Contact Info for Those Having Election Difficulties
- Find your local Board of Registrars Office
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