Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Early Voting Starts Next Week In Lake Forest: What To Know
The History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff will offer early voting starting March 2.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Illinois Election 2026
The latest news and updates about the 2026 elections in Illinois.
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Meet Sam Polan: Congressional Candidate In IL-09
Candidate Sam Polan tells Patch why he should be elected to Congress in Illinois' 9th District on March 17.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
La Grange Leader Backs State Lawmaker Hopeful
Two other area leaders endorsed the candidate, who is running to succeed a longtime incumbent.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Early Voting in Lake County: What You Need to Know
Early voting for the upcoming primary election is underway in Lake County. Here's what you need to know.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Elmhurst Lawmakers Draw Cash From Corporate Interests
A longtime Elmhurst politician donated to a local legislator, explaining why.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
How To Register To Vote In Lake Forest And Lake Bluff
Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff ahead of the March 17 election.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
How To Register To Vote In Highland Park
Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Highland Park ahead of the March 17 election.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
How To Register To Vote In Winnetka And Glencoe
Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Winnetka and Glencoe ahead of the March 17 election.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
How To Register To Vote In Wilmette and Kenilworth
Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Wilmette and Kenilworth ahead of the March 17 election.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
How To Register To Vote In Evanston
Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Evanston ahead of the March 17 election.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
How To Register To Vote In Skokie
Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Skokie ahead of the March 17 election.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
Glenview Primary Election Voting Details Released: Village
Residents have several options to participate including online registration, mail ballots, early voting, and Election Day voting.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Teacher Union Supporting $87.8M Referendum For Deerfield District 109
The Deerfield Education Association says the referendum, which will be on the March 17 ballot, addresses facility needs at district schools.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Suburban Hopeful Reposts Racial Slur, Criticizes Overweight People
He called some of his comments "stupid." But he said they were trivial compared to ICE raids and rising prices.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
IL County Delays Early Voting Due To Court Case Involving Republican Gubernatorial Candidate
Early voting and vote-by-mail in Peoria County will not begin Thursday due to the case, which could have implications across the state.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
IL Gubernatorial Race Heating Up With 4 Republicans Vying To Challenge Pritzker
Gov. JB Pritzker, who will not face a challenger on the Democratic side, is seeking to head the state for a third term.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Ruzevich Banking On Disenchantment With Democratic Establishment To Beat Casten In IL06 Democratic Primary
Mt. Greenwood resident Joseph 'Joey' Ruzevich claims “unprecedented momentum” in the Illinois 6th Congressional District democratic primary.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
McHenry County Sheriff Will Run Unopposed In Upcoming Primary
Robb Tadelman is seeking a second term in office.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Congressional Candidates Call For Transparency Following Reports Of Outside Pressure
Candidates campaigning in Illinois' 9th Congressional District signed a joint statement calling for transparency in the race.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Voters To Weigh In On $87.8M Referendum For Deerfield District 109
The board of education recently voted to place a referendum question on the March 17, 2026, ballot.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Darren Bailey Staying In IL Governor's Race Following Family Tragedy
The Louisville Republican, who is eyeing a rematch with Gov. JB Pritzker next year, lost four family members in an October helicopter crash.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
IL Gubernatorial Candidates File To Challenge Pritzker In 2026
The filing deadline was Monday, with the primaries scheduled for March and the general election happening on Nov. 3, 2026.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Elmhurst Officials Attend Democratic Colleague's Event
The mayor and five aldermen showed up for the candidate's launch party at a local bar.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Decorated Arlington Heights Veteran Running For IL State Senate
David Mathis, a Republican, is hoping to win next year's election to represent District 27.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Arlington Heights Actuary Announces Run For IL House District 53
Elizabeth Bauer is hoping to win the Republican nomination for the seat and challenge current State Rep. Nicolle Grasse next year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Arlington Heights Trustee Declares Candidacy For IL State Senate
State Senator Mark Walker (D-Arlington Heights) announced Tuesday he is not seeking reelection at the end of his current term.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Walker Won't Seek Re-Election In IL Senate
Mark Walker (D-Arlington Heights), who became a state senator in 2024 following a vacancy, won a two-year seat last November.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
A Republican Will County Sheriff? Jim Reilly Faces Primary Competition From His Command Staff
Three-term Democrat sheriff Mike Kelley is retiring next year.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Will County Clerk Announces 2026 Candidate's Guide
The primary election is March 17, 2026, and the general election day is Nov. 3, 2026.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
2nd Will County Sheriff Candidate Emerges For 2026 Democratic Primary
The Friends to Elect Patrick Jones for Will County Sheriff has posted an introductory video on YouTube letting everyone about Jones.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
