Seattle Tacoma, WA, August 6, 2026 —

Seattle-Tacoma area voters are seeing the landscape of several key local elections take shape following the latest ballot count released on Thursday. The updated figures provide a clearer picture of the standings in races for the 37th and 43rd Legislative Districts, the Washington State Supreme Court, and the King County assessor position.

In the race for the 37th Legislative District, current tallies indicate specific candidates are leading, potentially setting the stage for upcoming general election contests. The exact order and vote margins are subject to change as more ballots are processed.

Similarly, the 43rd Legislative District race has seen shifts with the newest ballot drop. The results so far suggest a competitive environment, with the final composition of the general election ballot dependent on the remaining votes.

The Washington State Supreme Court positions are also being closely watched. The latest vote counts offer an indication of which candidates are advancing, a development that will have implications for the state’s judicial branch.

In the race for King County assessor, the updated results show the current frontrunners. This position plays a crucial role in property tax assessments across the county, making the outcome significant for residents and businesses alike.

While the latest ballot count provides crucial updates, officials note that the final results are pending the full tabulation of all submitted ballots. The precise margins and projected general election matchups in these races will become clearer as the counting process continues.



Story summarized from the original created by Stranger Election Control Board on www.thestranger.com, see more information here.

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