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.
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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.
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.
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.
Proposal stalls to strengthen law mandating foster kids move placements with luggage, not trash bags
It’s been four years since the lawmakers voted to mandate that foster children have proper luggage when they move placements, ...
Illinois House lawmakers file almost 1,800 new bills only 2 weeks into legislative session
Illinois lawmakers kicked off their spring legislative session a little over two weeks ago, but lawmakers in the House have ...
Measure would require schools to notify parents of bullying incidents within 24 hours
Legislation that would tighten anti-bullying protocols in Illinois schools will head to the full state Senate after unanimously passing out ...
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