Virginia election officials to verify election results

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Although the polls have closed and several races have been called, state election officials say their work is not done to verify election results.

The Virginia Department of Elections provided two separate media briefings on Election Day. While thanking election officials -- including general registrars, electoral board members and officers of elections -- Commissioner Susan Beals shared there were little to no disruptions for the thousands of voters who cast their ballots. • (Photo: Mark Morales, 8News) • (Photo: Mark Morales, 8News) • (Photo: Mark Morales, 8News)

Despite several races being called, Beals says the election night results are not final. In the coming weeks, state officials will be working to verify results. As Beals explained, the Virginia Dep