Stevanović called local elections: we will vote on November 15

N1 SlovenijaIndependentCenterFactual 95Objective 903 days ago

The President of the National Council, Zoran Stevanović, has announced that regular local elections will take place on November 15th, 2024, across 212 municipalities in Slovenia. The election period begins on September 7th, during which candidates can collect signatures for their lists. In larger municipalities, the council elections will follow a proportional system, while smaller ones will use a majority system. Additionally, in some municipalities, simultaneous elections for local community councils will occur. The announcement emphasizes the importance of local self-governance and citizen participation in shaping their communities. Stevanović did not make public comments at the time of signing the decree but highlighted the democratic significance of the elections.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the scheduling and procedures of local elections without overtly favoring any political party or ideology. It provides balanced reporting on the electoral process, including the legal framework and logistical details, without expressing opinion or bias.

Why these scores (Factual 95 · Objective 90): Matches primary source details on election date and process. Balanced reporting with no evident bias.

RTV Slovenija (MMC)State / PublicCenterFactual 95Objective 903 days ago

The article reports that the President of the National Assembly of Slovenia will sign an order to schedule local elections, which are set to take place on November 15th, 2026. These elections will mark the ninth regular local elections since Slovenia became independent, held across 212 municipalities. The law enacted in 2017 sets the third Sunday in November as the election date, and the President signs the order in July of the year preceding the elections. The article outlines the process for submitting candidate lists, including requirements for signatures from voters in the electoral unit, and notes that the start date for collecting signatures will be determined by the President.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the scheduling of local elections without overtly favoring any political party or ideology. It provides objective details regarding the legal framework, procedural requirements, and historical context of the elections. There is no evident slant in the报道

Why these scores (Factual 95 · Objective 90): Accurately reports on election dates and procedures, aligns with primary source. Neutral tone, no bias detected.

24ur (POP TV)IndependentCenterFactual 90Objective 953 days ago

The article announces that local elections in Slovenia will take place on November 15th, as mandated by law. These elections occur on the third Sunday of November for regular local elections, with a second round in municipalities where no candidate secures a majority in the first round, scheduled for November 29th. In larger municipalities, elections for municipal councils will follow a proportional system, while smaller ones will use a majoritarian system. Additionally, in municipalities with established narrower areas, elections for regional, town, and district community councils will also take place simultaneously. Candidates can be proposed by voters alongside political parties, requiring a minimum number of signatures. The upcoming elections will be the ninth regular local elections in independent Slovenia since 1994, taking place in 212 municipalities.

Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about the logistics and schedule of local elections in Slovenia without expressing any ideological or partisan stance. It reports on legal requirements, electoral systems, and procedural details without favoring any particular political group or outcome.

Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 95): The article provides accurate details about the election dates, voting systems, and procedures. The tone remains neutral and factual throughout.

DnevnikIndependent🔒CenterFactual 90Objective 853 days ago

The President of the National Assembly, Zoran Stevanović, has scheduled regular local elections for November 15th, during which voters in 212 municipalities will elect members of municipal councils and mayors for a four-year term. The election period begins on September 7th, allowing time for the preparation of electoral procedures. The law mandates that regular local elections occur on the third Sunday of November, making these the ninth such elections since Slovenia's independence. In larger municipalities, council elections will follow a proportional system, while smaller ones will use a majority system. Additionally, in municipalities with established narrower areas, elections for regional, town, and district community councils will take place simultaneously. Candidates can be proposed by both political parties and voters, requiring a minimum number of signatures from voters and electors.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the scheduling of local elections without overtly favoring any political group or ideology. It provides objective details regarding the legal framework, procedural timeline, and voting systems, without commentary or emphasis that would suggest a clear倾向

Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 85): Reports accurately on election schedule but includes some additional commentary on candidate intentions. Minor subjective elements.

Siol.netState / PublicCenterFactual 90Objective 853 days ago

The President of the National Council, Zoran Stevanović, will today sign an order to schedule local elections, which are set for November 15th. The order will also determine the start dates for the period during which candidates can collect signatures to submit lists for municipal councils and mayors. Local elections in Slovenia are held on the third Sunday of November, as stipulated by law since 2017, and are organized by the President of the National Council, typically in the year the current municipal leadership terms expire. These upcoming elections will be the ninth regular local elections in independent Slovenia, taking place in 212 municipalities. In larger municipalities, municipal councils will be elected using a proportional system, while smaller ones will use a majority system. Political parties, independent lists, and mayoral candidates can submit their lists, provided they meet signature requirements based on voter turnout percentages.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the scheduling of local elections and the legal framework governing them. It does not take a partisan stance, nor does it emphasize any particular political group or ideology. The focus is on procedural details and legislative requirements, which are ap

Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 85): Aligns well with primary source on key dates and processes. Maintains neutral tone throughout, avoiding overt bias.

DeloIndependent🔒CenterFactual 85Objective 806 days ago

The President of the National Assembly, Zoran Stevanović, is expected to announce local elections in the coming week, which will take place on the third Sunday of November, as mandated by law. The exact date for the announcement will determine the start of the election period, which cannot last more than 90 days or less than 60 days before the voting day. In municipalities where no candidate secures a majority in the first round, a second round will be held 14 days later, on November 29. Some current mayors have already announced their intention to run again, including Zoran Janković, the long-serving mayor of Ljubljana. These will be the ninth local elections since Slovenia's independence, with the number of municipalities having increased over time due to administrative divisions. The electoral system varies depending on the size of the municipality, using either a majority or proportional system. New rules this year require candidates or lists to submit a minimum number of signatures from eligible voters.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual overview of the legal framework governing local elections, the timeline, and procedural changes. It includes information about the upcoming elections, potential candidates, and historical context but does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or ommi

Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 80): Contains mostly accurate information but includes speculative remarks about voter turnout and potential outcomes. Some biased phrasing.

DnevnikIndependent🔒CenterFactual 75Objective 55yesterday

Following the national parliamentary elections, attention is now turning toward the autumn local elections scheduled for November 15th, where voters will elect 212 mayors and mayoral candidates, allowing quick verification of who has fulfilled promises at the local level. Most current mayors of urban municipalities aim to secure another term, despite efforts by a new coalition to amend the law on local elections to restrict voting rights for citizens of third countries living in Slovenia. This change was blocked due to a proposed constitutional referendum. Ljubljana Mayor Zoran Janković faces uncertainty over his re-election prospects, while Maribora Mayor Saša Arsenovič has yet to decide whether to run again. Potential challengers include Bor Greiner, a former radio host, and others from various parties.

Bias read (Center): The article provides balanced coverage of upcoming local elections, mentioning both current mayors seeking re-election and potential challenges they face. It discusses political developments such as changes to election laws and mentions multiple candidates and their backgrounds without overtly favor

Why these scores (Factual 75 · Objective 55): This article discusses local elections and political dynamics, mentioning attempts to change voting laws and referencing Janković's potential re-election. It lacks depth on the financial aspects covered in previous articles and has a more general tone. The mention of Arsenovič and Greiner suggests a

VečerIndependent🔒ConservativeFactual 30Objective 603 days ago

The local elections in Slovenia have been officially announced for November 15th, with the voting process beginning on September 7th. These will be the ninth regular local elections since Slovenia's independence, taking place across 212 municipalities. The election date was predetermined by law, which sets the third Sunday in November as the standard day for local elections. In larger municipalities, proportional representation will be used to elect members of municipal councils and mayors, while smaller municipalities will use a majority system. Additionally, in municipalities with established sub-divisions, simultaneous elections for community councils will also take place. Candidates can be proposed by both political parties and citizens, provided they meet specific signature requirements. Recently, the National Assembly, under the leadership of the head of the Resnica party, passed legislation revoking the voting rights of non-EU foreigners residing in Slovenia for local elections. This decision has sparked debate over the inclusion of foreign residents in local governance.

Bias read (Conservative): The article highlights the recent legislative action by the National Assembly, led by the Resnica party, to revoke the voting rights of non-EU foreigners in local elections. While the article provides factual information about the election schedule and procedures, it emphasizes the removal of voting

Why these scores (Factual 30 · Objective 60): The article discusses local elections scheduled for November 15th but incorrectly mentions Zoran Stevanović signing an order for local elections. The primary source document does not mention anything about elections, making this claim unfounded.

ReporterIndependentCenterFactual 30Objective 603 days ago

The local elections in Slovenia will take place on November 15th, as decided by a decree issued on September 7th. This date aligns with the legal requirement that regular local elections occur on the third Sunday of November. In cases where no candidate secures a majority in the first round, a second round will follow 14 days later, which would be November 29th this year. Larger municipalities will use a proportional voting system, while smaller ones will use a majority system. Additionally, in municipalities with established sub-divisions, elections for municipal districts, village communities, and quarter communities will also occur simultaneously. The collection of signatures in support of candidates can begin once the election period starts, with specific requirements for the number of signatures needed based on voter turnout. These will be the ninth regular local elections since Slovenia's independence, taking place across 212 municipalities. The President of the National Assembly emphasized the importance of local self-government and active citizen participation in shaping their communities' development.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual overview of the upcoming local elections, including dates, procedures, and systems used in different municipalities. It includes quotes from the President of the National Assembly emphasizing democratic values but does not exhibit clear bias toward any particular side.

Why these scores (Factual 30 · Objective 60): The article discusses local elections scheduled for November 15th but incorrectly mentions Zoran Stevanović signing an order for local elections. The primary source document does not mention anything about elections, making this claim unfounded.

Nova24TVParty-alignedCenterFactual 30Objective 603 days ago

President of the National Assembly Zoran Stevanović has announced the scheduling of regular local elections for November 15th. These elections will take place in all 212 Slovenian municipalities, where voters will elect mayors and members of municipal councils for a new four-year term. The announcement date was set for September 7th, which marks the start of legally mandated deadlines for electoral procedures. According to legislation enacted in 2017, local elections occur on the third Sunday of November, and the scheduling falls under the authority of the President of the National Assembly, who sets the date in July when current municipal leadership terms end. This year’s elections will be the ninth regular election since Slovenia’s independence. The first were held in December 1994 across 147 municipalities, now expanded to 212. The method of electing council members varies by municipality size: proportional representation is used in larger ones, while majority voting applies in smaller ones. Political parties at the local level can nominate candidates, as can independent lists and individuals. In the case of independent candidates, they must submit signatures from eligible elect

Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of the scheduling of local elections, including legal frameworks, dates, and procedural details. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or omission of context. The information is presented neutrally, focusing on the process rather than

Why these scores (Factual 30 · Objective 60): The article discusses local elections scheduled for November 15th but incorrectly mentions Zoran Stevanović signing an order for local elections. The primary source document does not mention anything about elections, making this claim unfounded.

Primorske noviceIndependentCenterFactual 30Objective 603 days ago

The article announces that local elections in Slovenia will take place on November 15th, as mandated by law which sets the third Sunday in November for regular local elections. The second round of mayoral elections in municipalities where no candidate secures a majority in the first round will follow 14 days later, on November 29th. In larger municipalities, municipal councils will be elected using a proportional system, while smaller ones will use a majoritarian system. In municipalities with established narrower areas, elections for regional, town, and district community councils will also occur simultaneously with regular council elections. These elections will be organized by mayors. With the date set by the President of the National Assembly for the start of electoral procedures, citizens can begin collecting signatures in support of candidacies. Candidates or candidate lists can be proposed by voters alongside political parties, requiring a minimum percentage of voters in the voting unit on the day of the election announcement, at least 30 but no more than 1000 signatures. These upcoming local elections will be the ninth regular ones in independent Slovenia, having first been

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the scheduling and procedural aspects of local elections in Slovenia. It does not express any ideological stance or favor towards specific political groups, candidates, or parties. The tone remains neutral, focusing solely on legal requirements and the

Why these scores (Factual 30 · Objective 60): The article discusses local elections scheduled for November 15th but incorrectly mentions Zoran Stevanović signing an order for local elections. The primary source document does not mention anything about elections, making this claim unfounded.

Info360IndependentCenterFactual 30Objective 603 days ago

The President of the National Assembly, Zoran Stevanović, has announced regular local elections scheduled for November 15th. These elections will take place in 212 municipalities, where voters will elect members of municipal councils and mayors for the next four-year term. The deadline for election procedures begins on September 7th, when citizens can start collecting signatures to support candidate nominations. In municipalities where no candidate secures a majority in the first round, a second round of mayoral elections will be held on November 29th. This will be the ninth regular set of local elections since Slovenia's independence.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a neutral overview of the upcoming local elections, including dates, procedures, and historical context. It does not exhibit biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. The information is presented factually without apparent ideological framing.

Why these scores (Factual 30 · Objective 60): The article discusses local elections scheduled for November 15th but incorrectly mentions Zoran Stevanović signing an order for local elections. The primary source document does not mention anything about elections, making this claim unfounded.

LokalecIndependentCenterFactual 30Objective 603 days ago

On July 8, 2026, the President of the National Council, Zoran Stevanović, announced that regular local elections will take place on November 15, during which voters in 212 municipalities will elect members of municipal councils and mayors for a four-year term. The election schedule was set to begin on September 7, marking the start of the period for preparing electoral procedures.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the announcement of local elections without apparent ideological slant. It reports on the procedural aspects of scheduling elections, focusing on dates and administrative processes rather than taking a stance on political parties or outcomes.

Why these scores (Factual 30 · Objective 60): The article discusses local elections scheduled for November 15th but incorrectly mentions Zoran Stevanović signing an order for local elections. The primary source document does not mention anything about elections, making this claim unfounded.

Svet24IndependentCenterFactual 30Objective 603 days ago

The article announces that Slovenia has decided to hold local elections on November 15th. The headline emphasizes the confirmation of this date, indicating that the decision has been finalized. The content is brief and focuses solely on the announcement of the election date without additional context or discussion.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual announcement without apparent ideological framing or emphasis on specific political perspectives. It simply reports the confirmed date of the local elections without commentary or advocacy for any particular political stance.

Why these scores (Factual 30 · Objective 60): The article discusses local elections scheduled for November 15th but incorrectly mentions Zoran Stevanović signing an order for local elections. The primary source document does not mention anything about elections, making this claim unfounded.

Maribor24IndependentCenterFactual 30Objective 603 days ago

The date for the upcoming local elections in Slovenia has been set for November 15th. The exact start date for the election procedures, including the collection of signatures needed for candidate nominations, will be determined by the President of the National Assembly. These will be the ninth regular local elections since Slovenia's independence, taking place across 212 municipalities. Larger municipalities will use a proportional voting system, while smaller ones will use a majority system. Political parties, independent lists, and individual candidates can run, but they must gather a minimum number of signatures from voters in their electoral unit, between 30 and 1,000, depending on the size of the electorate.

Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about the scheduling and procedural aspects of local elections in Slovenia. It explains the legal framework, voting systems, and requirements for candidacy without showing clear favoritism toward any political side. The tone remains neutral, focusing on the '

Why these scores (Factual 30 · Objective 60): The article discusses local elections scheduled for November 15th but incorrectly mentions Zoran Stevanović signing an order for local elections. The primary source document does not mention anything about elections, making this claim unfounded.

Slovenske noviceIndependentCenterFactual 0Objective 03 days ago

The article announces that local elections in Slovenia will take place on November 15th, during which voters will elect members of municipal councils and mayors for a four-year term. The election schedule was set by an ordinance dated September 7th, marking the start of the electoral process. According to law, regular local elections occur on the third Sunday of November. In cases where no candidate secures a majority in the first round, a second round will follow 14 days later, on November 29th this year. Larger municipalities will use proportional representation, while smaller ones will use a majoritarian system. In some areas, additional elections for local community councils will also occur simultaneously. Candidates can be proposed by citizens alongside political parties, requiring a minimum number of signatures. These elections will be the ninth regular local elections since Slovenia’s independence, having started in December 1994 in 147 newly established municipalities.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the logistics and legal framework of upcoming local elections without taking a clear ideological stance. It provides balanced reporting on the structure, timing, and procedures of the elections, focusing on objective details rather than promoting any特定党

Why these scores (Factual 0 · Objective 0): Article discusses completely unrelated topic (local elections) while primary source is about gift vouchers. No factual alignment.

DemokracijaParty-alignedConservative6 hr. ago

The article discusses the current activities of the new Slovenian government, emphasizing its proactive approach compared to the previous administration. It highlights the success of right-wing parties in recent parliamentary elections, noting a 20% improvement over 2022 results. The piece argues that this success was due to effective awareness campaigns and increased public understanding, though 'socialism indoctrination' has not fully subsided. The author stresses the importance of maintaining similar intensity in efforts for upcoming local elections, warning against complacency after past successes. It suggests that improving local election outcomes by around 10 percentage points would increase representation for right-wing parties, as their average share in municipal councils is slightly lower than left-wing parties. The article concludes by urging voters to critically assess candidates and support those who align with democratic values.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the success of right-wing parties in parliamentary elections as a positive outcome achieved through effective campaigning and public engagement. It implies that these parties deserve continued support at the local level, suggesting they are more aligned with 'common sense' and 'r'

Gorenjski glasIndependentCenter11 hr. ago

The President of the National Assembly, Zoran Stevanović, announced the scheduling of regular local elections for November 15th, which will elect members of municipal councils and mayors for the next four-year term. The date was already set by law, which specifies that regular local elections occur on the third Sunday in November, with potential second-round mayoral elections 14 days later, on November 29th. These elections will take place in 212 municipalities across Slovenia, marking the ninth such election since the country's independence. Stevanović emphasized the importance of these elections as a democratic expression of citizens' will and a chance for direct decision-making regarding their communities' future.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a neutral account of the announcement of scheduled local elections, quoting the president of the National Assembly and referencing legal frameworks. There is no evident ideological framing, loaded language, or one-sided emphasis. It presents the information objectively without a