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Board of Elections workers should not be barred from unionizing, judge finds
The Chicago Board of Election Commissioners had argued that union membership would constitute “political activity” under the ...
Susana Mendoza may bypass reelection as Illinois comptroller for potential Chicago mayoral bid
Several Democratic sources said Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza has told them she will not run for a fourth term, opening the door for a possible Chicago mayoral bid.
What the next election cycle means for Illinois Democrats as several Congressional seats open up
Sen. Dick Durbin's retirement announcement earlier this year set off a tsunami that is still shaking up the political world ...
Pritzker announces run for re-election. Does Illinois have term limits for governor?
JB Pritzker announced his run for re-election on June 26, leading some to wonder if the state has term limits for governors.
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Trump’s ‘big bill’ takes center stage in Illinois’ U.S. Senate race
“We want Illinoisians throughout our state to understand the ripple effects of the Trump administration’s cruelty and be ...
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How we'll use your feedback to better cover the 2026 elections
With the 2026 elections rapidly approaching, I hope you will rely on The Intelligencer to provide you with the fair and ...
Pritzker said he's running for re-election to 'protect our story'
The capital city was the last stop of the day for Gov. JB Pritzker as he formally announced the launching of his re-election campaign for 2026.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is running for reelection. Who will he pick as his No. 2?
Gov. JB Pritzker is hiring. Job duties include cutting ribbons and influencing state policy. Opportunities for promotion? Pending the outcome of the 2028 presidential race. As the governor begins ...