Boston's municipal election takes place today. Here's some information to help you cast your vote for the mayor and city council candidates.

The preliminary municipal election in Boston is taking place on Tuesday, September 9. In this election, voters will decide the fate of various seats, including the mayoral race and several city council races.

In the mayoral race, four candidates are in the running: Michelle Wu, Josh Kraft, Robert Cappucci, and Domingos DaRosa. The incumbent mayor, Michelle Wu, has been in the spotlight for her response to the Trump administration's crackdown on "sanctuary city" policies. A recent Emerson College poll found Wu with a 50-point lead over Kraft, the son of the New England Patriots owner. The candidates, Wu and Kraft, have sparred over bike lanes and the renovation of White Stadium in Franklin Park.

Meanwhile, in District 7, 11 candidates are vying for an open seat. The two candidates with the most votes will advance to the November election, but as of the provided search results, the identities of these candidates have not been determined.

Former district councilor Frank Baker is trying to make a comeback to the council after announcing in 2023 that he would not run for another term. Domingos DaRosa, a community advocate in the city for more than two decades, is also running.

Six Boston City Council races are on the ballot. Incumbent city councilors-at-large Erin Murphy, Henry Santana, Ruthzee Louijeune, and Julia Mejia are all running for reelection. Voters will determine the top eight candidates who will appear on the November ballot for at-large city councilor.

Voting will occur at polling locations that open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Voters who have filled out mail-in ballots but haven't sent them back yet can return them to one of 22 drop boxes across Boston by 8 p.m. on Tuesday. However, polling locations cannot accept mail-in ballots on Election Day.

To find your polling location, you can visit the city of Boston's website or the secretary of state's website. For more information about the election, including the candidates and their platforms, it's recommended to visit the official Boston Elections website.

The results of the mayoral race between Michelle Wu and Josh Kraft will be closely watched, as both are expected to advance to the next round of the election on November 4. The two candidates with the most votes in each district will also advance to the November election. The runoff election for the mayor of Boston on November 4 has yet to identify the candidates who will be participating.

This election presents a significant opportunity for Boston residents to shape the future of their city. Be sure to exercise your right to vote and stay informed about the candidates and issues on the ballot.

Boston's municipal election takes place today. Here's some information to help you cast your vote for the mayor and city council candidates.