Italian media focused on the opening of polls for the justice referendum, with multiple outlets emphasizing that no quorum was required and turnout would be decisive. Midday reports showed turnout around 14-15%, higher than previous referendums, with President Mattarella voting in Palermo. Evening coverage reported record turnout approaching 39%, with accusations of voting violations emerging between committees. By the close of polls, turnout exceeded 45%, the highest for a two-day referendum, with the strongest participation in northern regions. Secondary coverage included an explosion in Rome's Ponte Galeria neighborhood that caused building collapses and injuries, and political tensions at Umberto Bossi's funeral where Matteo Salvini was protested.