Early voting is now open for the Nov. 5 presidential election. Here's what you need to know about all the races on the ballot.

New Orleans voters will have the chance to approve two amendments to the city's governing document when they hit the polls this Election Day. Why it matters: If approved, the propositions would create a trust fund for affordable housing and establish a workers' bill of rights.

Ballots are in the mail and voters have until Election Day, November 5, to return their ballots so they can be counted,” said Dawson. “We are here at Lane County Elections to help voters who need assistance and to ensure that all eligible voters can participate.

Early voting for November’s presidential election starts on Friday, which means any registered voter in New Orleans can get their civic duty out of the way before Election Day. The Registrar of Voters’ office will open at least five early voting sites across the city.