Pritzker wins 3rd term as presidential speculation builds
Gov. JB Pritzker was declared winner of a third term immediately as polls closed on Election Night.
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Stratton coasts to victory to become Illinois’ newest U.S. senator
Stratton was declared winner immediately when the polls closed.
Third-party U.S. Senate candidate gives voters an alternative
Third-party Illinois U.S. Senate candidate Whitfield Harrington pitches a centrist alternative in the 2026 race.
Illinois Capitol renovations ‘a few months behind,’ set to wrap up this winter
Construction will wrap up "sometime this winter," architect says.
These 9 Illinois communities say they’re interested in new nuclear facilities
Illinois needs nuclear power to meet its carbon-free goals, but can new energy come online in time?
New Illinois Republican Party chair hopes for ‘JB fatigue’ in tough midterm
Grogan says Republicans will focus on Illinois-centric issues in 2026
‘A home for hope’: Obama Presidential Center christened in grand opening ceremony
Four presidents and countless celebrities attended the ceremonial opening.
A look inside new Obama museum ahead of its Juneteenth official opening
The Obama Presidential Center will open on Juneteenth with interactive exhibits, community spaces and a museum dedicated to the presidency ...
Durbin warns of deep divisions in farewell address to Illinois lawmakers
Durbin delivered what was billed as a farewell address, reflecting on his record in office and urging state lawmakers to ...
Barbara Flynn Currie, 40-year veteran of Illinois House, trailblazer for women in Springfield, dies
Former Illinois House Majority Leader Barbara Flynn Currie, who served 40 years in the General Assembly, died Thursday at 85.
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