The biggest mistakes voters make at the polls   There's a lot going on during an election day. Not only do voters have to read up on candidates and the issues before they head out to vote, they have to remember some of the little things, such as, where they are supposed to head out to vote. Heading to the wrong precinct is one of the most common mistakes voters make. (BTW if you forgot, click on this link.) Here's a list of a few other things to be on the lookout for today. MORE

What to watch for as election results start flowing in tonight   There is plenty at stake during today's election. There also is plenty of intrigue to keep political junkies and newbies alike curious throughout the evening. Part of our focus will be on searching for particular themes: Will Michigan elect a wave of women candidates? Will Michiganders turn out to vote in record numbers? Will we see a Red Tide or a Blue Wave or a Purple Puddle? (Red and blue make purple, you know.) We look forward to finding out. MORE ►Contests to watch in Michigan's 2018 election

Election Day rain will give way to snow by weekend hat Yup, there it is. Snow is in a headline for the first time this season. But, then again, maybe the thought of Saturday snow will make today's rainy forecast a bit more palatable. MLive chief meteorologist Mark Torregrossa calls today's weather pattern a "nuisance storm" for voters heading off to their polling places. Early-morning rain will give way to gusting winds mid-day, which will usher in much colder temperatures by the times polls close. MORE ► Brace yourself for an abrupt turn to the cold ► October was a wet to very wet month across Michigan