Illinois spent $4.18 million nudging voters who did not request mail-in ballots

By Brad Weisenstein

10/30/2020

When Illinois state lawmakers wrote the mail-in voting law, they decided voters who did not seek a mail-in ballot should receive a letter from the state, and then another.

TAGS: COVID-19, JB Pritzker, vote-by-mail

How do I verify my vote was counted in Illinois?

10/09/2020

With more people this year voting by mail or voting early, it’s more important than ever to verify your vote was counted.

TAGS: ballot, early voting, election, vote-by-mail

What dates should I know this election?

10/09/2020

Make sure your voice is heard by voting on time and at the correct location. Here are some key dates to remember.

TAGS: early voting, election, vote-by-mail

Mail ballots identifying voters by party sent out in Madison County

By Brad Weisenstein

10/06/2020

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.

TAGS: election, Madison County, vote-by-mail

How do I register to vote in Illinois?

08/28/2020

Registering to vote in Illinois can be confusing. Here’s a breakdown.

TAGS: election, vote-by-mail

Illinois lawmakers pass Election Day holiday for government workers only

By Joe Barnas

05/22/2020

Election Day 2020 would be a paid holiday for all government workers – at an unknown cost to already ailing local governments.

TAGS: AFSCME: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees, government workers, public sector, special session, vote-by-mail

Illinois bill would make Election Day a holiday, but only for government workers

By Joe Barnas

05/21/2020

Tucked into sweeping vote-by-mail legislation is a holiday provision that would make Nov. 3, 2020, a holiday for all state and local government workers.

TAGS: AFSCME: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees, government unions, public sector, vote-by-mail