Yesterday, November 3rd was election night in a number of U.S. States. Some of these races held historic significance. In New Jersey, until last night, the party in power, in the White House hasn't won the Governor's office since 1985. Republican Chris Christie turned the tides by ousting New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine.

In Virginia the party in power in the White House hasn't won the Governor's office since 1977. Republican Bob McDonnell's victory in the Virginia governor's race over Democrat Creigh Deeds was a major upset for the Democrats and has secured the Republicans that much sought after seat.

One of the biggest races last night was special election in the 23(rd) District of New York where Democrat, Bill Owens, grabbed the seat from the Republican Party. The Democrat, have not held this seat in the house for more than 100 years.

In Maine the voters weighed in on about same-sex marriage. Ohio voted on allowing casinos in the state. There were also a large number of cities that selected new Mayors.

Most races were won on local and state issues and on the candidates in each race. Voters went to the poles to vote on issues and said the President was not necessarily a factor in how they voted. Exit polls show a lot of independent voters who voted for Obama actually voted Republicans this time around.

One thing is for certain, this race has brought to the forefront voters opinions and directions on how they want this country run and what candidates they felt could help Obama turn things around.

For more on today's hottest stories, check out our top searched list. What other big stories happened today? Let us know! Come back for tomorrow's Hot Searches and follow us on Twitter and Facebook for daily updates.

Hot Searches for November 4, 2009
1. Election Results –Tuesday historic GOP wins
2. Chris Christie – Wins Governors race in New Jersey
3. SEPTA – Commuter Bus catches fire during rush hour in SE Pennsylvania
4. Jim Nantz – Sportscasters pays $916,000 year to ex-wife
5. BPA – Consumer Union calls for FDA to ban BPA in canned foods
6. Kate Gosslin– Admits how bad she treated John during her special on TLC
7. El Mirador – Pyramid uncovered in Guatemalan jungle may be largest found
8. GI Joe – DVD released yesterday helps Viacom's bottom line profits
9. Nicolas Cage broke - Sues business manager for financial ruin
10. USS New York – Ship arrives in NYC to a 21 gun salute

More: election results, candidates, election information, government, politics