Texas GOP chairman calls Illinois a winnable ‘purple state’
Illinois Republicans rallied at the State Fair Thursday.
Election 2026
The latest Election 2026 news coverage throughout the state of Illinois
New Republican to run for Illinois governor as election season begins
Former Illinois GOP Chair Don Tracy announced he will run for U.S. Senate as the field of Republican candidates for ...
Jeffries says working-class focus is key to Democrats retaking U.S. House
U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says Democrats should focus on the working class in their attempt to retake Congress.
Illinois Dems say state should be blueprint in national fight against Trump
Illinois Democrats said they are the best party to help the middle class during campaign rallies at the State Fair.
Which Republicans are seeking statewide office in 2026? So far, hardly any
Political days at the Illinois State Fair this week serve as unofficial kickoff rallies to the 2026 campaign season.
Kelly leans on experience in Illinois’ Democratic Senate primary
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly is one of three high-profile Democrats hoping to join the U.S. Senate after the 2026 election.
Pritzker calls Texas GOP’s remap effort ‘cheating,’ doesn’t rule out Illinois response
A spokesperson for a General Assembly leader says Democrats are not considering redrawing Illinois’ maps.
Cook County Dems back Croke for comptroller, no endorsement for Senate race
Rep. Margaret Croke got a major boost Friday in her bid to become the state’s next state comptroller.
Comptroller Mendoza won’t run for reelection, opening up statewide office
Mendoza will have overseen state finances for 10 years, and is considering a run for Chicago mayor.
Who is contributing to Illinois’ U.S. Senate candidates?
Three Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate reported strong fundraising totals after the first quarter of fundraising for the 2026 campaign.
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