Pritzker reacts to warning about closed polling places, vows COVID-19 won’t close them
Pritzker reacts to warning about closed polling places, vows COVID-19 won’t close them
Executive orders could impact the election and are impacting Illinois restaurants and bars. Gov. J.B. Pritzker is being asked for some assurances and the data behind his science.
By Brad Weisenstein
How has COVID-19 affected Election Day?
How has COVID-19 affected Election Day?
Increased early voting, younger poll workers and masks are the trend amid the COVID-19 crisis
Frequently asked questions about voting in Illinois
Frequently asked questions about voting in Illinois
This is an unprecedented year for voting in Illinois, thanks to COVID-19 and new voting laws. Here are some of the most common questions.
Citizen’s guide to overseeing elections processes
Citizen’s guide to overseeing elections processes
Illinoisans can work elections through numerous positions from election judges to polling place technicians
Madigan loses support of another Democrat in Illinois House
Madigan loses support of another Democrat in Illinois House
House Speaker Mike Madigan has now lost the support of eight Democrats in the House, with most seeking his immediate resignation, since he was implicated in a $1.3 million federal bribery scandal.
Kilbride takes $550K from Madigan despite vowing not to accept ‘one penny’ from speaker’s committees
Kilbride takes $550K from Madigan despite vowing not to accept ‘one penny’ from speaker’s committees
The Democratic Party of Illinois campaign committee, chaired by House Speaker Mike Madigan, recently contributed to Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas Kilbride’s retention campaign. Kilbride had sworn he would take no Madigan money.
By Joe Tabor
How easy is it to vote in Illinois? Very.
How easy is it to vote in Illinois? Very.
In Illinois, you can show up at the polls, register and vote all at the same time.
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