Voter Guide: 2024 Black Wall Street Times Tulsa Elections

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Tulsa County Election Information

• Election Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
• Poll Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Voter Registration Deadline: Friday, October 11, 2024
  • This is the last day to register to vote in time for the election. Any application postmarked by 5 p.m. on this date will be entered in time for the election.
  • Register to vote:
  • Use the OK Voter Registration Wizard
  • Paper applications are available at any Tag Agency or the Election Board Office
  • Update voter registration:
  • Voters who are already registered can update their address using the OK Voter Portal
  • More info about Registering to vote in Oklahoma 
• Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: Monday, October 21, 2024
  • Request an Absentee Ballot:
  • Use the OK Voter Portal or
  • Submit a paper request to the Election Board Office
  • More info about Absentee Voting
• Early Voting Period: October 30, 31, and November 1 (8 AM – 6 PM) and November 2 (8 am – 2 pm)
  • The location for Early Voting for the General Election will be determined.
  • Any registered voter in Tulsa County eligible to vote in the upcoming election can vote at early voting as long as they have not returned an absentee ballot. In order to vote, you must be registered in Tulsa County and have proper ID. You may show any ID issued by the United States, the State of Oklahoma, or a federally recognized tribal government if it includes your name, a photograph of you, and an expiration date that is later than the election in which you are voting. The free Voter Identification Card is also acceptable.

How to Register to Vote

• Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and a resident of the state.
• How to Register: You can register online at the OK Voter Portal, by mail, or in person at your local election office.

Voting Methods

• In-Person Voting: Visit your assigned polling location on Election Day. Bring a valid ID.
• Early Voting: Available at the Tulsa County Election Board: 555 N. Denver Ave. Tulsa, OK 74103
• Absentee Voting: Request an absentee ballot by Monday, August 12, 2024. Return it by mail or drop it off at designated locations by Election Day.

Voter Resources

• Check Your Registration Status: vote.gov
• Find Your Polling Place: Polling Place Locator
• Sample Ballots: Visit your local election office website or Ballotpedia
• Voter ID Requirements: Review your state’s requirements here.

Key Local Races & Voter Guide

Candidates endorsed by The Black Wall Street Times will receive ***

Tulsa Mayoral Race

***Monroe Nichols (D): His platform includes ending homelessness in Tulsa by achieving functional zero homelessness by 2030 and increasing affordable housing units. Nichols also aims to improve student outcomes by enhancing access to quality education and supporting local control of public schools. Additionally, he plans to co-govern with Tribal Nations to strengthen partnerships. Read why this candidate could make history.

Karen Keith (D): She aims to enhance education by supporting great schools, ensuring safe neighborhoods, and improving infrastructure with well-maintained streets. Keith is also committed to economic growth by creating abundant job opportunities, increasing affordable housing, and reducing homelessness to foster a more prosperous community for all Tulsans.

Tulsa City Council Race Run-Offs