‘More listening and less talking’: Darren Bailey insists results will be different in 2nd run for governor
Darren Bailey retools his GOP governor bid, leaning on a Cook County running mate to soften tone and win Chicago.
Governor’s Race 2026
Conservative policy wonk Ted Dabrowski gets off sidelines with run for governor
Long an influential conservative policy wonk, Ted Dabrowski’s now seeks the GOP gubernatorial nomination.
How to vote in Illinois in 2026: Early voting begins this week for most of the state
Capitol News Illinois launched its 2026 election guide.
Few fireworks as Illinois GOP governor hopefuls share stage for first time
The four GOP candidates for governor were on the stage together for the first time
Bailey proposes ‘Illinois DOGE’ as Republican governor’s race focuses on spending
Bailey also released plans to address cost-of-living concerns on property taxes and utility bills.
Bailey to stay in governor’s race following family tragedy
Bailey was contemplating his next move after his son, daughter-in-law and two grandkids died in a helicopter crash.
Illinois treasurer faces no GOP challenger as 2026 primary ballots take shape
630 candidates file for state, federal and judicial offices in upcoming primaries.
Crowded Dem primaries, GOP field for governor take shape as candidates file for office
Crowded primary races are taking shape after candidates began filing to run for office on Monday.
Dabrowski sets fundraising bar at $1.5M in GOP primary for governor
Democrats running for comptroller also reported raising six figures in the last quarter.
Pritzker tax summaries show more than $10M in 2024 income — not including trusts
Gov. JB Pritzker is one of the wealthiest politicians in American history.
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