Pritzker issues 9th emergency declaration to extend COVID-19 powers
Pritzker issues 9th emergency declaration to extend COVID-19 powers
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has issued a ninth disaster proclamation, extending his emergency powers for another 30 days over all of Illinois.
By Joe Tabor
Sangamon County judge rules local governments can be open on Election Day
Sangamon County judge rules local governments can be open on Election Day
A section of a vote-by-mail bill passed earlier this year established Election Day 2020 as a state holiday. A judge ruled it did not apply to local governments.
By Joe Tabor
How do I verify my vote was counted in Illinois?
How do I verify my vote was counted in Illinois?
With more people this year voting by mail or voting early, it’s more important than ever to verify your vote was counted.
What dates should I know this election?
What dates should I know this election?
Make sure your voice is heard by voting on time and at the correct location. Here are some key dates to remember.
Madigan spent millions to elect, retain Illinois Supreme Court Justice Kilbride
Madigan spent millions to elect, retain Illinois Supreme Court Justice Kilbride
Committees controlled by the speaker of the Illinois House funded more than half of Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas Kilbride’s campaign contributions in 2010. Kilbride is up for retention again this year.
By Joe Tabor
Where to vote early in Illinois
Where to vote early in Illinois
Finding your early polling place can be confusing. We’ve created a tool to help.
Mail ballots identifying voters by party sent out in Madison County
Mail ballots identifying voters by party sent out in Madison County
The county clerk said it was a mistake, and that safeguards are in place to ensure ballots are handled properly and counted, regardless of party affiliation.
By Brad Weisenstein
Michigan Supreme Court rules against emergency powers similar to Pritzker’s
Michigan Supreme Court rules against emergency powers similar to Pritzker’s
The Michigan Supreme Court concluded that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer could not legally extend her emergency executive orders without the approval of the legislature, while declaring another source of her authority unconstitutional altogether.
By Joe Tabor
Democrat challenges Madigan for Illinois House speaker
Democrat challenges Madigan for Illinois House speaker
After his implication in a bribery scandal and investigation by an Illinois House committee, Mike Madigan in January will face a Democratic challenger for House speaker. House candidates now need to say where they stand on Madigan.
Former ComEd executive pleads guilty in Madigan corruption probe
Former ComEd executive pleads guilty in Madigan corruption probe
Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is at the center of a federal bribery investigation into Commonwealth Edison.
Madigan gives $2M to Illinois Democratic Party, its largest donation in history
Madigan gives $2M to Illinois Democratic Party, its largest donation in history
Undaunted by his implication in a bribery scandal, Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan within the past month transferred $3.25 million to the state party.
Madigan refuses to appear before House committee probing his ComEd bribery scandal involvement
Madigan refuses to appear before House committee probing his ComEd bribery scandal involvement
Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan has formally declined an invitation to appear before the Illinois House committee tasked with investigating his involvement in the ComEd scandal.
Indiana set to fully reopen state; Illinois remains stuck
Indiana set to fully reopen state; Illinois remains stuck
As Indiana gets back to normal, Illinois is locked into Phase 4 restrictions until further notice.
How do I vote early in Illinois?
How do I vote early in Illinois?
Finding your in-person voting place before the election can be a headache. Here’s a breakdown to make it easier.