Illinois’ Congressional Democrats reject gerrymandering – for wrong reasons

By Joe Tabor

09/22/2025

Illinois Democrats rejected a mid-cycle redistricting plan cooked up by U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to maximize Democratic partisan advantage in the state’s congressional district map. The reason? They don’t want to endanger their safe seats.

TAGS: gerrymandering

How to stop unfair elections in Illinois

By Dylan Sharkey

02/27/2025

Some Illinois voters April 1 will tell state lawmakers what to do about some of the state’s most pressing problems. One of the issues is the process of deciding legislative and congressional districts. Here’s what to know about gerrymandering.

Illinois early voting starts as vote-by-mail ballots go out

By Patrick Andriesen

09/26/2024

With 40 days until the election, Illinois residents can vote early at their local county clerks’ office. Vote-by-mail ballots should arrive soon, but there is still time to apply for one.

TAGS: early voting, vote-by-mail

How do I register to vote in Illinois?

By Patrick Andriesen

09/19/2024

Registering to vote in Illinois can be confusing. Here is what you need to know to make sure your voice is heard this Election Day.

TAGS: Election Day

How do I vote by mail in Illinois?

By Patrick Andriesen

09/19/2024

Voting by mail allows Illinoisans to cast their ballots in the upcoming election without making a trip to the polls. Here’s what you need to know.

TAGS: vote-by-mail

How do I vote early in Illinois?

By Patrick Andriesen

09/16/2024

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.

TAGS: election, voting

What dates should I know this election?

09/11/2024

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.

Editorial: Voters send loud message to Mayor Johnson, his Chicago Teachers Union allies

By Hilary Gowins

03/19/2024

In 2020, 70% of Chicago voters approved the failed statewide progressive income tax. But on March 19, they rejected Mayor Brandon Johnson’s real estate transfer tax hike. This is a resounding defeat for Johnson and his allies in the Chicago Teachers Union.

TAGS: Chicago, CTU: Chicago Teachers Union, taxes

Illinois Primary Election Day: How to vote

By Dylan Sharkey

03/18/2024

March 19 is Primary Election Day in Illinois. Here’s a guide on how, when and where to vote.

TAGS: Chicago

Illinois again seeing one of most-contested elections in 2 decades

By Joe Tabor, Perry Zhao

12/12/2023

Illinois politicians have worked hard to protect incumbent state lawmakers and discourage newcomers. But that is changing for the second election cycle in a row as more Illinoisans work to get into the Illinois General Assembly.

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Illinois’ Congressional Democrats reject gerrymandering – for wrong reasons

How to stop unfair elections in Illinois

Illinois early voting starts as vote-by-mail ballots go out

How do I register to vote in Illinois?

How do I vote by mail in Illinois?

How do I vote early in Illinois?

What dates should I know this election?

Editorial: Voters send loud message to Mayor Johnson, his Chicago Teachers Union allies

Illinois Primary Election Day: How to vote

Illinois again seeing one of most-contested elections in 2 decades

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