For John McCain, his long quest for the White House ended gracefully in a final defeat, Tuesday night. The rest of the Republican Party fared little better than the top of the ticket. So, what happens for them, now? ABC News’ Linsey Davis has the latest.

Barack Obama will be the 44th U.S. President. The Illinois Senator, now President-Elect, soared past the 270 electoral votes needed to clinch the election. Obama celebrated with more than 100,000 people in Chicago’s Grant Park, while Senator John McCain gracefully accepted defeat. ABC News’ Diana Alvear has more.

Hundreds in Augusta turned out at the polls, Election Day, but their votes did not get counted. But, they could still end up in some candidate’s column.

We have results from some of the Two-State’s major political races from Tuesday’s elections.

Barack Obama addressed nearly 125,000 people at Chicago’s Grant Park about an hour after his projected victory. He told the crowd his victory proves that America is a place where all things are possible. He also commended John McCain.

Barack Obama is vowing to be a president for all of America, even those who voted against him.

Democrats have retained control of the House and are headed for big gains in their majority.

Barack Obama has accepted John McCain’s concession and has asked his Republican rival for help in leading the country.

Republican John McCain concedes the presidential race to Barack Obama, saying the Democrat has achieved a “great thing” for himself and the country with his historic victory.

President Bush has called Barack Obama to congratulate him on winning the presidency.

Barack Obama has been elected president of the United States, the first African-American elevated to the White House. With victories in Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and other battleground states, Obama built a commanding lead over his Republican rival, John McCain.

Break out the popcorn. As the election results roll in tonight, we’re in for a captivating show on television. Here are five things to watch for as John McCain and Barack Obama duke it out for the 270 electoral votes needed to win the White House.