Cook County Democrats hold off endorsement decision for county assessor, don’t back Board of Review incumbent
The Democratic Party's endorsement carries less heft than in decades past, but still gives lesser-known candidates...
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US Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly have the most cash available in Illinois US Senate race
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi has $21 million in campaign cash for the U.S. Senate race,...
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza won’t run for reelection but ‘not done serving’ as she leaves door open to run for Chicago mayor
During a sometimes-emotional speech, Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza had harsh words for Mayor Brandon Johnson...
US Sen. Elizabeth Warren endorses Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss in crowded 9th Congressional District primary
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss has secured the support of US Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts...
Susana Mendoza may bypass reelection as Illinois comptroller for potential Chicago mayoral bid
Several Democratic sources said Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza has told them she will not run...
Raja Krishnamoorthi first up on TV in the Illinois US Senate race to succeed Dick Durbin
Schaumburg congressman facing off against Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly in...
Top candidates for the US House in Illinois’ 2nd, 7th, 8th and 9th districts for the 2026 election
Politicians still have time to throw their hats into one of the rings, but here...
Cook County clerk trying out a ‘smart’ ballot drop box for next election, expanding language access
New drop box features a surveillance camera to record who drops off ballots, an electronic...
Illinois Senate President Don Harmon appeals potential $9.8 million fine for improperly accepting campaign cash
Illinois Senate President Don Harmon's campaign says state election authorities reached an “absurd” conclusion in...
NYC Mayor Adams says Cuomo pushing him to drop out of race to maximize chances against Mamdani
Adams said he has no intention of heeding Cuomo's call — arguing that Cuomo's the...