Former Republican strategist Collin Corbett files to run for governor as independent
Corbett previously ran a political strategy firm that helped Republican candidates.
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Illinois’ new auditor general takes long view of watchdog role, says audits ‘speak for themselves’
In a 45-minue interview, Auditor General Chris Meister laid out his philosophy for the role. He also offered a reminder ...
Striking ISU staff return to work after ratifying new 5-year contract
The union representing the more than 300 workers said over 95% of them approved the new contract.
SAFE-T Act back in spotlight after killing of Chicago Police officer
Republicans want to change the law to make it easier to hold people before trial.
Striking Illinois State University staff frustrated over lack of negotiations
The staff union is seeking higher pay from university officials in stagnant negotiations
Pritzker spent $10 million to boost Stratton in primary, records show
Gov. JB Pritzker spent $10 million successfully boosting Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in the Democratic primary for Illinois’ open U.S. ...
GOP governor candidate Darren Bailey moves into Chicago apartment
Bailey also lived in the building formerly known as the John Hancock Center during the 2022 campaign
Christian Mitchell sizes up the Pritzker vs. Bailey rematch
Gov. JB Pritzker’s running mate, Christian Mitchell says the Pritzker campaign is taking Republican Darren Bailey’s candidacy seriously, looking to ...
Eight takeaways from the Illinois primary election
Illinois’ 2026 primary election season was dizzying, even for seasoned political reporters. Some of Brenden Moore’s takeaways.
Bailey says campaign will focus on Chicago area after rough primary night in suburbs
Illinois Republican Party seeks more unity behind nominees after being plagued by internal — and geographic — divisions
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