LAS VEGAS — Voters in Southern Nevada will not see televised candidate debates hosted by KLAS-TV during the 2026 election season, after most candidates invited to participate declined or did not respond, the station’s executive producer said. The invitations covered the Nevada governor’s race, the attorney general’s race and three contested congressional contests in Southern Nevada. In previous election years, the station had hosted debates for a range of offices, including U.S. Senate and Las Vegas mayor in 2024. Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford, who is running for governor, agreed to take part in a debate. Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo’s campaign declined the invitation. Democratic U.S. Reps. Steve Horsford, Dina Titus and Susie Lee did not respond to invitations, according to the station. State Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro’s campaign replied and asked to move the proposed debate date. The discussion did not result in a scheduled debate, the station said. Instead, KLAS plans to air “Daily Voting Guide,” a live program at 3:30 p.m. hosted by anchors Brian Loftus and Kirsten Joyce. The show is expected to feature candidates for local and national offices, including county commissioner, city council, mayor and judge. The change leaves voters without a televised forum for candidates in the major races the station sought to cover. Candidate debates offer a shared venue for voters to compare positions and question contenders; individual interviews and campaign events may provide different opportunities for public scrutiny. Nevada’s general election is scheduled for Nov. 3. KLAS says it will also provide election-night coverage as results come in.