Coverage dated August 3, 2026 to August 6, 2026

Ty Masterson wins GOP nomination for Kansas governor

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Ty Masterson, the president of the Kansas Senate, emerged at the top of a seven-candidate field as votes were counted Tuesday night.

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  1. KSNT Topeka

    "I want to work for Kansans": Republican governor candidates give last pitches to Kansas voters (opens KSNT Topeka)

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    TOPEKA (KSNT) — Seven Republican candidates will face off in the Kansas primary election, as the GOP tries to turn the Kansas governor's seat from blue to red. On Tuesday, August 4th, Kansans across the state will be placing their ballots for the 2026 primary election.

  2. KSNT Topeka

    "I'd be honored to win your vote": Democratic governor candidates give last pitches to Kansas voters (opens KSNT Topeka)

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    TOPEKA (KSNT) — As voters prepare to head to the polls, three Kansas Democrats are putting in one last effort to earn your vote for Kansas Governor. On Tuesday, August 4th, Kansans across the state will be placing their ballots for the 2026 primary election.

  3. KSN Wichita

    'I want to work for Kansans:' Republican governor candidates give last pitches to Kansas voters (opens KSN Wichita)

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    On Tuesday, Kansans across the state will be placing their ballots for the 2026 primary election. Among other important races, Kansans will be selecting a new Governor this year.

  4. KSN Wichita

    'I'd be honored to win your vote:' Democratic governor candidates give last pitches to Kansas voters (opens KSN Wichita)

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    On Tuesday, Kansans across the state will be placing their ballots for the 2026 primary election. Among other important races, Kansans will be selecting a new Governor this year.

  5. KSNT Topeka

    What to know before voting in the Kansas primary election (opens KSNT Topeka)

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    TOPEKA (KSNT) - The primary election is on Tuesday, and election officials are urging voters to make a plan before heading to the polls. Shawnee County voters are assigned a specific polling location based on where they live.

  6. FOX 4 Kansas City

    Seven Republican candidates face off for Kansas governor in August primaries (opens FOX 4 Kansas City)

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    KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- After months of campaigns, presidential endorsements and live debates, Kansas voters will head to the polls Tuesday to narrow the field of Republican gubernatorial candidates to one nominee for the November general election.

  7. FOX 4 Kansas City

    Who will win? Three Democrats compete in Kansas gubernatorial primary (opens FOX 4 Kansas City)

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    Three Democrats are facing off in the August primary for the role of Kansas governor, with all three living in the Kansas City metropolitan area. T

  8. Kansas Reflector

    Kansas voters put mark on competitive GOP, Democratic primaries for governor (opens Kansas Reflector)

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    Kansas' primary election is here at last, and Republican voters are choosing from among seven candidates and Democrats are picking from among three rivals.

  9. PBS NewsHour

    Live Results: Kansas midterm primaries (opens PBS NewsHour)

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    Kansas Republicans will narrow down a crowded field for governor in a state primary Tuesday as they look to retake the state's top office after eight years of Democratic rule.

  10. The Hill

    Live results: Kansas holds primaries as GOP looks to flip governor's seat (opens The Hill)

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    Republicans are looking to flip the Kansas governor's mansion this fall, with Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly unable to run for reelection again. President Trump has endorsed state Senate President Ty Masterson in Tuesday's GOP primary to replace Kelly, who is term limited.

  11. The Hill

    Live results: Kansas holds House primary elections (opens The Hill)

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    Voters in Kansas are at the polls Tuesday to weigh in on a suite of House primary contests. All incumbents are running for reelection. Polls close at 8 p.m. EDT. Follow Decision Desk HQ's live results below.

  12. KSN Wichita

    2026 Kansas Primary Election Results (opens KSN Wichita)

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    KSN is Your Local Election Headquarters. KSN will have the latest election results from counties across Kansas starting at 7 p.m.

  13. KSNT Topeka

    Who won the Republican primary election for governor in Kansas? (opens KSNT Topeka)

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    TOPEKA (KSNT) – Republican voters have selected the GOP candidate for Kansas' 2026 gubernatorial race. Voters in Kansas chose Senator Ty Masterson to be the Republican Party's candidate for the state's next governor during the Aug. 4 primary election.

  14. KSN Wichita

    Ty Masterson wins GOP nomination for Kansas governor (opens KSN Wichita)

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    Ty Masterson, the president of the Kansas Senate, emerged at the top of a seven-candidate field as votes were counted Tuesday night.

  15. KSNT Topeka

    Who won the 2026 Democratic primary election for governor in Kansas? (opens KSNT Topeka)

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    TOPEKA (KSNT) – Voters have made their voices heard regarding who the Democratic candidate should be in Kansas' 2026 gubernatorial race. Sen. Cindy Holscher is the projected winner for the Democratic Party spot in Kansas' gubernatorial race, according to NBC News.

  16. Kansas Reflector

    Masterson scores win in GOP primary for Kansas governor; Holscher prevails in Democratic race (opens Kansas Reflector)

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    Kansas GOP nomination for governor goes to Senate President Ty Masterson, while a pair of Democrats Ethan Corson and Cindy Holscher prove every vote counts.

  17. KSNT Topeka

    What primary candidates are backing Masterson and Holscher? (opens KSNT Topeka)

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    TOPEKA (KSNT) - The Kansas primary has come to a close and the nominees for the upcoming Governor's race in November's general election have been selected. Ty Masterson has been voted as the Republican nominee and Cindy Holscher as the Democratic nominee for the Governor's seat that current Governor…

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