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Daily political news from Illinois
The News Desk follows the daily political news in Illinois, from campaign developments to government decisions, sourced from public records and reporting.
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News · IL
More than a year after the first-of-its-kind law was signed, Illinois has made little progress toward a required December report.
News · IL
Illinois voters will choose a U.S. senator, governor and other statewide and congressional officeholders on Nov. 3, 2026.
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The City Council approved changes to Chicago’s campaign ethics rules as election activity increased.
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Illinois State Sen. Halpin announced additional food-security aid in a development not tied to an election or candidate.
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The complaint alleges the Vernon Area Public Library District used taxpayer resources for polling connected to a referendum.
Candidate profile · IL
Tamika La'shon Mrs. Hill is a Democrat in the contested 2026 general election for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District.
Candidate profile · IL
Democrat Jump Wesley Shepherd is among the candidates listed in Illinois’ 2026 U.S. Senate contest.
Candidate profile · IL
Republican Panagioti John MR Bartzis is running in Illinois’ contested 2026 U.S. Senate race.
Candidate profile · IL
Bruce Leon is a Democrat in the contested 2026 race for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District.