Former congresswoman wins primary to take back former suburban Chicago seat
Former Rep. Melissa Bean won the Democratic primary in Illinois’ 8th District, staging a comeback more than a decade after losing her suburban Chicago seat.
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Democrat Patty García gains party’s nomination after controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent
Democrat Patty García glided to her party’s nomination for Illinois Congressional District 4 after a controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent Rep. Jesús “Chuy" García.
Illinois Republicans select Don Tracy in primary elections for Sen. Durbin’s seat
Illinois Republicans chose their nominee for Dick Durbin's open Senate seat, setting up November showdown in traditionally Democrat-dominated state.
As 2028 buzz builds, Pritzker draws Republican challenger in showdown for Illinois governor
Gov. JB Pritzker, who aims to make history as the first Democrat to win three terms as Illinois governor, learns which Republican he'll face off against in this autumn's election
Ex-Planned Parenthood board member beats out former congressman, state senator for Dem Senate bid
Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller wins Democratic primary for Illinois Congress seat, defeating Jesse Jackson Jr. and Robert Peters in competitive race.
Trump calls mail in voting corrupt as Senate begins debate on SAVE Act requiring voter ID
Trump calls mail-in voting 'corrupt as hell' as Senate advances SAVE America Act requiring voter ID and citizenship proof for federal elections nationwide.
Dems unmoved as White House reveals DHS concessions in shutdown battle
The White House revealed five immigration enforcement compromises to Dems as the government shutdown continues, including body cameras for DHS agents and beefed-up oversight.