The candidates tapped into voter frustration with the political status quo and will now look to translate their success into policy wins that push Democrats further to the left.

Southwest Colorado is no longer in drought conditions, but communities are struggling with the damage brought by severe flooding events in October.

Key victories for Democrats include Texas, South Carolina and Kansas

Flooding and road closures have complicated Election Day preparations, but county clerks say voters still have options.

A second round of heavy rain in less than two weeks forced evacuations, flooded streets and closed roads. Now, neighbors are stepping up to help one another.

On Saturday, Colorado asked the Trump administration for a major disaster declaration and FEMA public assistance. Last year, the administration denied Colorado a similar request. Will the President heed Colorado's pleas this time?

The La Plata County Sheriff is temporarily closing all county roads because of dangerous flood conditions and debris flows. All residents are asked to stay home until further notice. Evacuation orders have been issued for several locations. A shelter is open for evacuees at the La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center.

As Indigenous communities throughout northeastern Arizona continue to recover from major flooding, election officials are bracing for more rain in the forecast ahead of Election Day.

During the historic floods that swept across the southwest, the Animas River swelled to nearly four times its usual flow. Local flood management plans were tested as the river overran its banks.