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How do I vote early in Illinois?

How do I vote early in Illinois?

Illinois has made it easier to register to vote, but finding your in-person voting place before Election Day can be a headache. Here’s a breakdown to make it easier.

By Patrick Andriesen

Illinois bans fluorescent lighting starting in 2026

Illinois bans fluorescent lighting starting in 2026

Starting in 2026, you won’t be buying any compact fluorescent light bulbs to replace that burned out one in Illinois. Tubes go away in 2027. Gov. J.B. Pritzker is banning the same light bulbs Illinois’ former senator and president championed 15 years ago.

By Dylan Sharkey

What dates should I know this election?

What dates should I know this election?

There are a lot of important dates and deadlines for voters surrounding Election Day. Here's what you need to know before and after Nov. 5.

Voter choice wins in slating case before Illinois Supreme Court

Voter choice wins in slating case before Illinois Supreme Court

Illinois lawmakers changed the rules about placing candidates on the ballot in the middle of an election cycle. A judge said they can’t do that and the Illinois Supreme Court dropped the state’s appeal. Now voters will have more choices Nov. 5.

By Dylan Sharkey