Statewide races: Little-known GOP slate faces uphill battle against mostly incumbent Dems
Democrats have held all statewide offices since 2019.
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‘Ready for the Fight’: Why JB Pritzker is taking his slogan national with PAC targeting MAGA
The Pritzker-funded PAC plans to spend in districts won by President Donald Trump in 2024.
Data centers emerging as key issue in Illinois governor’s race
Data centers have existed for decades, but the fast-growing scale of projects has upended the conversation.
Independent Collin Corbett to remain on ballot after Bailey camp withdraws objection
Republican strategist-turned-independent candidate for governor Collin Corbett will remain on the November general election ballot after an objection to his ...
Glock ban, prescription drug board among measures that stall in final days
Stalled bills are expected to be negotiated throughout the summer and could move forward later this year.
Budget, Bears, BUILD, oh my. What’s the latest from the Statehouse?
With just over 24 hours left in the spring legislative session, several major issues remain in flux. Lawmakers are getting ...
DOJ demands Illinois voter personal information by Sept. 1
Illinois is unsure whether it can release voters’ personal data, but the federal DOJ says the law is clearly on ...
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.
Electors cast official votes for president
Illinois’ 19 electors officially cast their ballots for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in a formal Electoral College ceremony.
Early results show Democrats likely to maintain supermajorities in Illinois General Assembly
Early election results indicate Illinois Democrats will likely maintain supermajorities in the General Assembly; Sorensen retains IL-17.
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