Tom Dart Wins In Landslide Over Sandefur: AP

AP calls Cook County Sheriff's race for Democratic incumbent Tom Dart over Libertarian challenger Brad Sandefur.

Incumbent Tom Dart Again Faces Libertarian Challenger Brad Sandefur In 2026 Cook County Sheriff's Race

Incumbent Tom Dart (D) seeks his sixth term as Cook County Sheriff, while Libertarian Brad Sandefur wants to be the new sheriff to town.

Oak Lawn Election 2026: Where To Vote, Candidates, Referendums

Oak Lawn voters head to the polls to cast ballots for governor, U.S. Senate, Congress, state and county offices in the Nov. 3 midterm.

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.

Oak Lawn 2026 Voter Guide: Everything You Need To Know

The general election is Nov. 3. Here's a guide for Oak Lawn voters before they hit the polls.

Illinois's 6th Congressional District Race: Primary Election 2026

Two Democratic candidates face off, including incumbent Sean Casten, and two Republicans in the Illinois Primary, Tuesday, March 17.

Mount Greenwood Resident Joey Ruzevich Challenging Incumbent Sean Casten In IL-06 Democratic Primary

Ruzevich said the district needs “bold, new leadership that delivers for people when the Democrats are in power.”

Trustees Vote To Ban Low-Speed E-Scooters Up To 10mph In Oak Lawn, Plus Other Restrictions

Oak Lawn trustees unanimously pass new restrictions affecting electric scooters and electric bicycles in the village traffic code.

Oak Lawn Schools Receive $2.249 Million In Evidence-Based Funding

The evidence-based funding is critical for helping local school districts provide a high-quality education for students and families.

Write-In Results Announced For D229, D123, OL Parks And Mayoral Races

Persistence pays off for perennial write-in candidate Ken Yerkes who won a 3-way contest for the Oak Lawn Community High School D229 board.

Oak Lawn Election Results, When Will Write In Votes Be Counted

A wrap up of Oak Lawn's lackluster 2025 election season, including municipal, school, library and park board races.

Oak Lawn Voters Guide: What To Know On April 1

Find out who’s on your ballot and where to vote ion election day, Tuesday, April 1, in the Illinois Consolidated Election.

Heated 3-Way Write-In Contest Builds In OLCHS Dist. 229 Board Race

Three write-in candidates, Ben Bush, Anas Khraiwish and Kenneth Yerkes, are vying for a spot on the D229 board race in the April 1 Election.

Write-In Candidate Andrea Zumhagen Has Vision For Oak Lawn Parks

Zumhagen is a dedicated community advocate for education, youth and the arts. She is running for the Oak Lawn Park District Board April 1.

Consolidated Election 2025 Early Voting Starts March 17 In Oak Lawn

Early voting will take place from March 17 to March 31 in suburban Cook County for the upcoming Illinois Consolidated Election on April 1.

Meet Anas Khraiwish, Candidate For OLCHS 229 Board of Education

Anas Khraiwish is running as a write-in candidate for the Oak Lawn Community High School Dist. 229 school board in the April 1 election.

Meet Kenneth Yerkes, Candidate For OLCHS Dist. 229 Board Of Education

Kenneth Yerkes is running for election to the Oak Lawn Community High School Dist. 229 School Board in the April 1 election.

Karrie Mallo, Candidate For Oak Lawn Public Library Board

Mallo is one of three candidates running for two open seats on the Oak Lawn Public Library Board in the April 1 election.

Meet Dave Weinert, Candidate For Oak Lawn Library Board of Trustees

Dave Weinert is one of three candidates running for two open seats on the Oak Lawn Public Library Board in the April 1 election.

Meet Ben Bush, Candidate For OLCHS Dist. 229 Board of Education

Ben Bush is running for election to the Oak Lawn Community High School Dist. 229 School Board in the April 1 election.

Raymond Schwarzkopf, Candidate For Oak Lawn Public Library Board

Schwarzkopf is one of three candidates running for two open seats on the Oak Lawn Public Library Board in the April 1 election.

Oak Lawn Library Union Endorses Schwarzkopf, Weinert In Trustee Race

AFSCME Council 31 Local 736 has endorsed Raymond Schwarzkopf and Dave Weinert for the Oak Lawn Public Library Board of Trustees on April 1.

Cook County Opioid Overdose Deaths, Homicides, Suicides Drop In 2024

Opioid overdose deaths remain the greatest cause of unnatural deaths in 2024, Cook County Medical Examiner says.

4 Incumbents Run Unopposed In Ridgeland District 122 Board Race

Four incumbents are running unopposed on the Ridgeland Elementary Dist. 122 school board in the April 2025 consolidated election.

3 Candidates Vie For 4 Open Spots On Oak Lawn-Hometown Dist. 123 Board

Three candidates have filed to run for four open seats on the Oak Lawn-Hometown Dist. 123 school board in the April 2025 election.

5 Candidates Vie For 4 Open Seats On CHSD 218 Board

Five candidates have filed to run for four open seats on the CHSD 218 school board in the April 2025 election.

3 Candidates File For 4 Open Seats On OLCHS Dist. 229 School Board

Three candidates have filed to run for four open seats on the Oak Lawn Community High School D229 school board in the April 2025 election.

Oak Lawn's Credit Rating Gets Another Upgrade For 2nd Consecutive Year

Moody's cited the village's better governance, improvement in financial position, and increases in pension payments and fund balances.

Where To Find Your Polling Place On Tuesday, Election Day In Oak Lawn

You can still register and vote in the 2024 election Monday, Nov. 4, the last day of early voting, and Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5.

How To Register To Vote In Oak Lawn

Here's what you need to know about voter registration in Oak Lawn ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Oak Lawn Election Guide: What's On The Ballot, What To Know

The general election is Nov. 5. Here's a guide for Oak Lawn voters before they hit the polls.

Early Voting Site Moves To Oak Lawn Library For Presidential Election

The early voting site in Oak Lawn has been changed from village hall to the library for the Nov. 5 Presidential Election.

Oak Lawn Kids On Electric Scooters 'A Tragedy Is Coming:' Mayor

Oak Lawn youths are riding low-speed electric scooters through village streets with little awareness of the rules of the road or safety.

Socially liberal and fiscally conservative

Should be the new mantra of IL-GOP

Where my dogs at?

Where will the pendulum swing next to battle far-left ideology?

Ryan Projected Winner In Illinois 36th District House

The Associated Press declares attorney Rick Ryan the projected winner in the Illinois 36th District House.

Ahmad, Hughes Challenging U.S. Rep Sean Casten In IL-06: Primary 2024

Incumbent Sean Casten and challengers Mahnoor Ahmad and Charles Hughes look for Democratic nod in the 6th Congressional District primary.

Khalil and Ryan Battle For Open Seat In 36th District: Primary 2024

Rick Ryan and Sonia Anne Khalil are seeking the Democratic nomination to represent the 36th District on the Illinois State Legislature.

IL State Rep Candidate Once Censured For 'Mishandling Client Funds'

Oak Lawn attorney Rick Ryan asserts he never stole clients' money and accused his 36th District Democratic primary opponent of mudslinging.

Oak Lawn Lead Service Line Replacement: Notice Of Public Hearing

Village of Oak Lawn will hold a public hearing March 26 to discuss proposed public supply projects to be funded with loans.

Election 2024: How To Vote For Judges In The Illinois Primary

Need help voting for judges in the Illinois primary? Compare evaluations from 13 different bar groups before you head into the voting booth.

Primary Election 2024: Election Day In Oak Lawn

Everything you need to know about early voting, registration and vote-by-mail ballots for the March 19, 2024 Illinois Presidential Primary.

Mahnoor Ahmad: Illinois 6th Congressional District Candidate

Mahnoor Ahmad is seeking the Democratic nomination in the IL-06 Congressional District. The Illinois Primary is March 19.

Charles M. Hughes: Illinois 6th Congressional District Candidate

Charles M. Hughes is seeking the Democratic nomination in the IL-06 Congressional District. The Illinois Primary is March 19.

Sean Casten: Illinois 6th Congressional District Candidate

Incumbent Sean Casten is seeking the Democratic nomination in the IL-06 Congressional District. The Illinois Primary is March 19.

Can RFK win IL in November

Robert Kennedy Jr could be the strongest independent candidate we have had since Theodore Roosevelt in 1912

Eileen Kerlin-Walsh, Moraine Valley Community College Board

Eileen Kerlin-Walsh is one of ten candidates running for the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees in the April 4 election.

Tracy M. Sullivan, Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees

Tracy M. Sullivan is one of 10 candidates running for two open seats on the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees.

Daniel E. Casey, Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees

Daniel E. Casey is one of 10 candidates running for two open seats on the Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees.

League of Women Voters Hosting Virtual Forums For IL-06 Candidates

The League of Women Voters-Glen Ellyn will host two candidate forums May 3 for GOP candidates, and May 4 for Democratic Candidates on Zoom.