As polls start to close, America turns online for live election results. The first polls close at 6pm EST (3pm PST, 10am AEST) with results available shortly there after. The next President should be known by 9pm EST at the earliest, but much later if the race is tighter than what the polls are suggesting.

Here’s a choice mix where you can get the latest election updates and election results.

Vote total and results by state
(swapped to MSNBC. Hit the refresh button for the latest results)

Live election results coverage

MSNBC

John McCain live channel

Barack Obama Live channel