MINNEAPOLIS — We've finally made it to Election Day — a big congrats is in order for us all.
If you haven't cast your ballot yet for this year's general election, Tuesday is your last chance to make your voice heard. With that in mind, KARE 11 hopes to be your resource for all things election — through Tuesday's contest and beyond.
But before we get ahead of ourselves, first thing's first: You gotta get there.
If you're voting in Minnesota, read on to see when polls open, close and how to get to your final voter destination.
WHEN DO POLLS OPEN?
Generally, Minnesotans can begin voting at 7 a.m. at their respective polling places across the state. There are some exceptions, however, in towns with fewer than 500 residents.
The Minnesota Secretary of State's Office said those voting precincts aren't required to open until 10 a.m., but many choose to open early anyway.
WHEN DO POLLS CLOSE?
In Minnesota, polls close at 8 p.m. CT.
And, according to the SOS' Office, "As long as you're in line by 8 p.m., you can vote, even if you do not reach the front of the line until after 8 p.m."
WHAT ARE MY TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS?
- VEHICLE SHARE
If you aren't walking or driving, you still have options for getting to the polls with plenty of time to spare.
Rideshares like Lyft offer deals to voting places, including 50% off (up to $10) with code VOTE24. Uber will also give riders 50% off when they book a ride to the polls and feature in-app resources to help voters find their local polling place.
You can also opt-in on the democratic process with Lime, which will offer free, 30-minute sessions on its fleet of e-bikes and scooters with code VOTE2024. The offer is valid in both Minneapolis and St. Paul.
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Some cities with public transportation infrastructure will offer free rides to and from voting centers on Election Day.
We know companies like Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (Dakota and Scott Counties); Rochester Public Transit (city of Rochester); and Metro Bus (St. Cloud, Sauk Rapids, Waite Park) will all provide free rides to voters. Click the links above to register and sign up for yours.
Don't see your service? Feel free to check in with your local transit provider.