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March 18, 2026

Progressive influencer erupts after Illinois primary loss, drops profane anti-Trump, -ICE rant

Progressive candidate Kat Abughazaleh delivered an expletive-filled concession speech after losing the Illinois Democratic primary, targeting President Donald Trump and ICE.

March 18, 2026

Blue-state Democrat on fast track to Senate defies Schumer

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton wins Democratic Senate primary race but vows not to support Chuck Schumer as majority leader in Washington.

March 17, 2026

Pritzker scores big: Stratton wins Illinois Senate primary in test of governor’s clout

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, backed by Gov. JB Pritzker, wins Democratic Senate primary, moving closer to becoming the fifth Black woman elected to U.S. Senate in history.

March 17, 2026

Former congresswoman wins primary to take back former suburban Chicago seat

Former Rep. Melissa Bean won the Democratic primary in Illinois’ 8th District, staging a comeback more than a decade after losing her suburban Chicago seat.

March 17, 2026

Democrat Patty García gains party’s nomination after controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent

Democrat Patty García glided to her party’s nomination for Illinois Congressional District 4 after a controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent Rep. Jesús “Chuy" García.

March 17, 2026

Illinois Republicans select Don Tracy in primary elections for Sen. Durbin's seat

Illinois Republicans chose their nominee for Dick Durbin's open Senate seat, setting up November showdown in traditionally Democratic-dominated state.

March 17, 2026

As 2028 buzz builds, Pritzker draws Republican challenger in showdown for Illinois governor

Gov. JB Pritzker, who aims to make history as the first Democrat to win three terms as Illinois governor, learns which Republican he'll face off against in this autumn's election

March 17, 2026

Ex-Planned Parenthood board member beats out former congressman, state senator for Dem House bid

Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller won the Democratic primary for an Illinois congressional seat, defeating Jesse Jackson Jr. and Robert Peters in a competitive race.

March 17, 2026

Man claiming CIA ties allegedly tries to slit commuter’s throat in unprovoked train attack

Zakir Ibrahim charged with attempted murder after authorities say he tried to slash commuter's throat at Chicago Union Station while claiming to be CIA agent.

March 17, 2026

DHS hits back at Illinois county clerk who told ICE to stay away from primary polling places

DHS rebukes Illinois clerk who called ICE agents "thugs" and warned them away from polling places during elections, sparking immigration enforcement debate.