Welch will not seek new term as speaker after 26 House Democrats call for change
Welch faces rebellion as 26 House Democrats call for new speaker.
Jessica Dixon Heitman
Illinois Democrats eye suburbs in push to expand supermajorities
The region features a rematch of the closest 2024 contest and the only match-up between two incumbents.
Amid Democratic scandals, Illinois Republicans hoping to flip legislative seats
Republicans trying to keep the focus on taxes passed by Democrats, cost of living.
Report finds ‘pattern and practice’ of sexual harassment by ex-Rep. Harry Benton
Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch continues to face scrutiny for his handling of past allegations.
Jessica Dixon Heitman appointed to ex-Rep. Harry Benton’s seat
Jessica Dixon Heitman was appointed to complete the term of former Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, and replace him on the ...
The 7 applicants for former Rep. Harry Benton’s seat
Will County Democratic Party Chair Billy Morgan plans to make a decision by Monday, July 20.
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