Election day

How do I vote in Illinois?

09/22/2026
A lot of important dates and deadlines for voters lead up to Election Day on Nov. 3. Here’s what you need to know.

How to vote in Illinois

09/01/2026
Here’s information to help you make sure your voice is heard in the Nov. 3 election.

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.
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Taxed out: 10 reforms to stop Illinois from losing people and jobs

Illinois’ tax code stands in the way of the state’s economic competitiveness. The combination of high tax burdens and a poor tax structure contributes to the loss of jobs and investment to other states. From a place of former economic dominance, Illinois now ranks 45th in gross state product (GSP) growth over the past decade...

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Process for unionizing non-state workers raises red flags

By Paul Kersey
06/19/2014

CBS Chicago: Illinois’ highest-paid superintendent receives $400K per year to oversee 1,200 students

By Ted Dabrowski
05/02/2016