Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills 2026 Election Info: What You Need To Know
Here's what you need to know to cast your vote, from what's on the ballot to where to vote.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Illinois Election 2026
The latest news and updates about the 2026 elections in Illinois.
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Burr Ridge 2026 Election Info: What You Need To Know
Here's what you need to know to cast your vote, from what's on the ballot to where to vote.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
La Grange 2026 Election Info: What You Need To Know
Here's what you need to know to cast your vote, from what's on the ballot to where to vote.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|News|
Western Springs 2026 Election Info: What You Need To Know
Here's what you need to know to cast your vote, from what's on the ballot to where to vote.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Darien 2026 Election Info: What You Need To Know
Here's what you need to know to cast your vote.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Elmhurst 2026 Election Info: What You Need To Know
Here's what you need to know to cast your vote, from what's on the ballot to where to vote.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Glen Ellyn 2026 General Election Info: Candidates, Polling Places, More
Here's what to know about the 2026 General Election if you're voting in Glen Ellyn.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Wheaton 2026 General Election Info: Candidates, Polling Places, More
Here's what to know about the 2026 General Election if you're voting in Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville 2026 General Election Info: Candidates, Polling Places, More
Here's what to know about the 2026 General Election if you're voting in Naperville.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Woodridge 2026 General Election Info: Candidates, Polling Places, More
Here's what to know about the 2026 General Election if you're voting in Woodridge.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Lisle 2026 General Election Info: Candidates, Polling Places, More
Here's what to know about the 2026 General Election if you're voting in Lisle.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove 2026 General Election Info: Candidates, Polling Places, More
Here's what to know about the 2026 General Election if you're voting in Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
School Repairs, New Field House At Stake In $282.5M St. Charles Referendum
The $282.5 million proposal would fund school repairs, classroom additions, accessibility improvements and a new field house at St. Charles
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Heights Dist. 128 Taxpayers Shouldn't Stop Asking Hard Questions About Proposed Referendum: Letter
District 128 is asking voters to approve a 59-cent limiting-rate increase referendum on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Over 54,000 Will County Residents Have Already Voted In Nov. 3 General Election
44,934 residents have already used early voting to cast their ballots, and another 9,931 have used vote by mail drop boxes.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
IL Attorney General Issues Strong Statement On DOJ Poll Watchers Ahead Of Election Day
“Illinois residents should rest assured that we are focused on facilitating—not limiting—their access to the ballot box,” Kwame Raoul said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Strong, Modern Schools Anchor Property Values For Every Homeowner, Vote YES For A New Central Middle School
“If we fail to build a school that meets basic modern standards, the consequences won't stay inside the classroom.”
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Nearly 1 Million Illinois Voters Have Already Cast Their Ballots
About 11 percent of the state's registered voters have cast an early or mail ballot for the Nov. 3 election.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
'Without Strong Schools, We Cannot Have A Strong Community:' Vote YES For A New Central Middle School
Voting is now underway on a referendum to build a new Central Middle School in Evergreen Park in the Nov. 3 gubernatorial election.
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Illinois Attorney General Election 2026: Bob Fioretti, Republican
The former Chicago alderman and Republican candidate is challenging incumbent Kwame Raoul in the Nov. 3 election.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Over 38,000 Will County Residents Have Cast Their Ballots For Nov. 3 Election
The Will County Clerk's Office early voting site has seen the most early voters so far.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Election 2026: 14th Senate District Candidate Brian Skala
Patch profile for 14th Senate District Republican candidate Brian Skala.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
12 Illinois Counties To Vote On Exploring Split From Cook County
The advisory questions would gauge support for separation. Creating a new state would require approval from Illinois lawmakers and Congress.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
Election 2026: Brad Schneider, Illinois' 10th Congressional District
Incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider shares his positions on affordability, immigration, tariffs, data centers and other issues.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Future Of Palos Heights School District 128 Is On The Nov. 3 Ballot: Letter
Residents are invited to an information meeting on the Palos Heights D128 referendum Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Independence Junior High.
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
It Is Difficult To Witness The Condition Of 100-Year-Old Central Middle School Firsthand, Parent Says
“We have an opportunity to build a Central Middle School that can serve our community for the next 100 years,” a parent writes.
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Heights Receives Tremendous Value From Its Investment In Dist. 128 Schools: Letter
“District 128 has experienced significant enrollment growth, placing additional pressure on our finances,” a parent writes.
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
2nd Suspicious Package Sent To Quigley's Chicago Office In A Week
The congressman said Chicago and U.S. Capitol police were notified Wednesday, five days after an earlier mailing prompted an evacuation.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
$90K Flock Camera Investment Raises Stakes In Lake County Sheriff Race
Incumbent John Idleburg defends license plate readers as crime-solving tools, while challenger Roman Buchberger raises concerns.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Tommy Hanson: Illinois 5th Congressional District Candidate Profile
The Chicago Republican discusses affordability, immigration, data centers and other issues in Patch's candidate questionnaire.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
Early Voting Expands To These Kane County Sites: Locations, Hours
Early voting options expanded beginning Monday, including weekend voting and extended evening hours at select locations.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
'Hardest Year Of Our Lives': Gubernatorial Candidate Bailey Reflects On Family's Loss
Nearly a year after losing four family members in a crash, Darren Bailey shared an update on his grandson and thanked supporters.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Evergreen Park Dist. 124 Teacher And Parent Supports Referendum For A New Central Middle School: Letter
“Our children deserve a school that is safe, accessible, welcoming, and designed for the way children learn today," D124 teacher says.
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Get The Facts About The Moraine Valley Community College Referendum Saturday At Palos Heights Library
The League of Women Voters Palos-Orland will host an info session on the MVCC bond referendum on Sat., Oct. 24 at the Palos Heights Library.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Lake County Sheriff Candidates Address ICE Enforcement, Immigration Laws
Incumbent John Idleburg and Republican challenger Roman Buchberger discuss the sheriff's role in immigration enforcement ahead of the Nov. 3
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
A New Central Middle School Is An Investment In Our Children's Future And Evergreen Park: Letter
“I am voting yes on the school referendum to rebuild a modern, safe, and efficient Central Middle School," Evergreen Park resident says.
Community Opinions, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Election 2026: Illinois Senate 18th District Candidate Christine McGovern
GOP candidate Christine McGovern, of Oak Lawn, is running for the open 18th District seat in the Illinois Senate.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Election 2026: U.S. Representative 6th Congressional District Candidate Sean Casten
Democrat incumbent Sean Casten is seeking his fifth term in the IL-06 Congressional District. The gubernatorial election is Nov. 3.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Lyons Mayor Rakes In $400K For Congress Race, Almost Reaching Democrat Hopeful's Haul
The village's lawyer donates nearly $8,000 to the mayor's accounts, which give the mayor's insurance agency nearly $1,000 a month for rent.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Early Voting Expands To 2nd Site In Kendall County: Locations, Hours
Voters will have another place in Kendall County to cast ballots beginning Monday.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
