We live in a free and fair democracy. Your vote is yours to use.The big picture: It's likely we won't know the full results of the presidential election until later this week, but there are still plenty of races and local ballot measures that Louisiana voters will decide on Tuesday.

Early voting has closed for the upcoming election, so as voters prepare to hit the polls on Election Day, here is what to know about in-person voting

On Election Day, polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 8 p.m., and anyone in line at 8 p.m. will be allowed to vote.

With less than 24 hours until polls open, election officials are getting ready for Tuesday's vote, finalizing last-minute preparations.