Governor JB Pritzker said Wednesday he has not decided whether he’ll sign a controversial bill on his desk authorizing assisted suicide for Illinoisans facing the final days and weeks of terminal illness.
Read MoreFollowing a tragic loss, Darren Bailey is opening up about the struggles for his family, taking in his grandson, Finn, and staying in the race for Governor.
Read MoreAlmost three months after the death of former Governor Jim Edgar, one of his closest friends in politics is set to take the reins of the former governor’s “Edgar Fellows” program.
Read MoreIt’s been tough sledding for the Illinois GOP, and many politicians, pundits, activists, and insiders have been quick to point out why Republicans are struggling, but what will it actually take to dig out of the hole?
Read MoreWe’ll be back and better than ever in December.
Read MoreThe Illinois State Board of Elections remained deadlocked among party lines Tuesday on a recommended record fine for Senate President Don Harmon, allowing the Oak Park Democrat to escape without a nearly $10 million penalty, or any penalty at all.
Read MoreBoth chambers have released their 2026 legislative calendars, and the number of weeks where just one chamber is in session is double the amount of 2025. It has frustrated some lobbyists and associations.
Read MoreSources say there is “no reason” to believe the eight members of the Illinois State Board of Elections has reached any changes in its stalemate over a proposed $10 million fine against Senate President Don Harmon.
Read MoreIn an emotional video posted on his social media pages Monday, former State Senator and 2022 GOP gubernatorial nominee, Darren Bailey announced he was staying in the race after the tragic deaths of his son, daughter-in-law, and two of his grandchildren.
Read MoreRep. Jackie Haas (R-Bourbonnais), a well liked member of House GOP leadership, announced Monday doctors found and removed a malignant tumor in her neck.
Read MoreFive candidates for Governor will have to overcome challenges to their nominating petitions to make it on the March ballot.
Read MoreEven though legislative Democrats appear reticent to redraw the state’s already gerrymandered congressional districts, the pressure from the state’s congressional Democrats doesn't appear to be slowing.
Read MoreTwo of the state’s most influential Democrats avoided a potentially awkward and embarrassing primary this week when Senate President Don Harmon backed off plans to run for the Democratic Party of Illinois’ State Central Committee.
Read MoreCongressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia (D-Chicago) will not run for re-election and will withdraw from the 2026 ballot after his Chief of Staff filed petitions to run for his seat Monday.
Read MoreSuburban businessman Rick Heidner appears to have easily cleared the 5,000 signature minimum to get on the Republican ballot for Governor.
Read MoreRepublicans didn’t field a candidate against State Treasurer Mike Frerichs before the close of Monday’s petition filing period.
Read MoreGovernor JB Pritzker said Monday he and his office are “still examining” the “Medical Aid in Dying” legislation passed in the Senate late Thursday in the final hours of the fall veto session.
Read MoreRep. Marty Moylan (D-Des Plaines) confirmed Monday he plans to resign from the House and won’t seek re-election in 2026.
Read MoreAfter two years heading the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, Lou Sandoval is out.
Read MorePetition filing for non-presidential and delegate candidates began at 8:00am. We’ll update races below throughout the day.
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