Virginia’s 2025 race for governor is already shaping up to be historic—but the primary election on June 17 will focus on other key statewide and local contests.

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — 8News Political Analyst Rich Meagher is breaking down the results of Tuesday’s primary elections in Virginia. As of the time of reporting, the race to be the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor remains too close to call, despite Sen. Ghazala Hashmi (D-Chesterfield) holding a lead over five other candidates.

Virginia voters must go to their assigned polling location to vote in today’s Primary Election Day. To find your polling place, visit the Virginia Department of Elections website and enter your first and last name, date of birth, last four digits of your social security number and your locality.