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.
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.
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.
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.
House investigative committee calls for Madigan testimony in corruption scandal
House investigative committee calls for Madigan testimony in corruption scandal
Following initial hearings, a committee formed to investigate House Speaker Mike Madigan’s involvement in a ComEd corruption scandal requested testimony from key players.
How do I vote by mail in Illinois?
How do I vote by mail in Illinois?
Lawmakers passed a new vote by mail law for 2020. Here’s a breakdown.
Lawmaker who voted for ‘fair tax’ pleads guilty to tax fraud
Lawmaker who voted for ‘fair tax’ pleads guilty to tax fraud
Five key supporters of the progressive tax in the Illinois General Assembly are facing corruption probes. Four have been charged. Three have resigned.