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Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says Dems can ‘actually carry out an agenda that really means something’

Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says the blue gains of last night allow the party to carry out a meaningful agenda. Pritzker, the first Democrat to serve three terms as governor of Illinois did not speak with President Donald Trump after winning re-election.

Illinois · 3d

Q985

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Illinois Barbecue Rivals Texas & Memphis, But Nobody's Talking

Forget what you think you know about Illinois food. The barbecue here is legit and deserves way more attention than it gets.

Illinois · 2d

The Telegraph

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Amy Elik wins re-election in Illinois House District 111, defeats Rosie Brown

Amy Elik defeats Rosie Brown, wins fourth Illinois House term with 55.17% of vote

Alton, IL · 3d

dailyegyptian.com

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Paul Jacobs retains 59th District state senate seat

Paul Jacobs was reelected to his state senate seat Tuesday night after campaigning on business deregulation and his experience as a local business owner, optometrist and former 118th District Illinois House representative. Democratic nominee and Jackson County board member Tamiko Mueller lost after running on liberal issues and stimulating local tourism.

Marion, IL · 3d
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TSPR Election Results – Nov. 3, 2026

Counties around the region reported strong voter turnout for a midterm election. For example, more than 58% of voters cast ballots in Des Moines County, McDonough County’s turnout was nearly 56%, and the turnout was 51% in Warren County. The statewide turnout in Iowa was nearly 63%. Voters chose...

Iowa · 3d

aroundptown.com

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Register for Statewide In-Person Pesticide Applicator 2027 Training Clinics, Testing

Build trust and lead with experience, safety, awareness, and knowledge to help ensure safer pesticide application with training from the Pesticide Safety Education Program at University of Illinois Extension. Sign up for an in-person training and testing clinic offered across Illinois from December through March. Those interested in attending an...

Illinois · 2d

The Center Square

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Illinois Quick Hits: Dems plan to end 'tariff taxes'

(The Center Square) – Incumbent Illinois members of Congress held their seats in Tuesday’s elections, and Democrats kept control of every district where there was no incumbent on the ballot. The newly-elected Dems are Daniel Biss, La Shawn Ford, Patty Garcia, Donna Miller and Melissa Bean, who returns to Congress after previously holding the Eighth District House seat from 2005 to 2011. Reelected U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski said in a social media post on Wednesday that Democrats are ready to end the tariff taxes driving up grocery bills, reversing the Medicaid cuts that hurt working people and extending the ACA tax credits. The state’s three Republican members of Congress, Mike Bost, Darin LaHood and Mary Miller, all won reelection. Dems sweep in DuPage The Democratic Party of DuPage County says voters held the entire Republican Party accountable for its failure to stand up to President Donald Trump’s corruption. The party released a statement following Democrat candidates’ sweep of every contested race in the county. Democrats expanded their majority on the county board from 12-6 to 17-1 and held the county clerk’s office. Dems also won posts previously held by Republicans, including county treasurer, regional schools superintendent and sheriff. Public help

Illinois · 3d

The Center Square

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Illinois Quick Hits: Illinois flash index rises

(The Center Square) – The Illinois Flash Index increased from 101.5 in September to 101.7 in October, reflecting continued strength in state revenues and an improving labor market. The Flash Index is the weighted average of Illinois growth rates in corporate earnings, consumer spending and personal income as estimated from receipts for corporate income, individual income and retail sales taxes. Fred Giertz, professor emeritus at the Institute of Government and Public Affairs, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign said the state’s unemployment rate improved slightly in October and state revenues posted gains compared with October 2025 when adjusted for inflation. “Despite a year marked by political uncertainty, economic headwinds, and ongoing debates about the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence, both the Illinois and U.S. economies have remained remarkably stable.” Giertz said. Cook County awards $92,270 in restorative justice grants The Cook County Department of Public Health has recently awarded $92,270 in grants to implement restorative practices in schools and community power building within suburban Cook County communities. A statement from the department said restorative practices like talking circles or peer mediation offer alternatives to exclusionary discipline in schools. The grant awardees are Hazel Crest School District 152 ½, SGA Youth and

Illinois · 2d

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Central Illinois voters decide several local ballot questions in Tuesday’s election

PEORIA, Ill. – Voters across Central Illinois weighed in on several local ballot questions during Tuesday’s general election, approving some proposals while rejecting others involving taxes, schools and public services. Tazewell County School Sales Tax. Voters rejected a proposed one-percent sales tax intended to support school facilities throughout...

Peoria, IL · 3d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Democrat Donna Miller claims victory in race for Illinois' 2nd Congressional District seat

Democrat Donna Miller has claimed victory in the race to replace Robin Kelly and represent Illinois' 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House.

Illinois · 3d

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Illinois 35th Senate race remains too close to call with Mertens ahead

Democratic challenger Sarah B. Mertens held a narrow lead over Republican incumbent Dave Syverson in the Illinois 35th Senate District race as 75% of precincts reported.

Illinois · 3d

The Hill

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Illinois live results: 2026 governor’s election

Illinois voters on Tuesday will choose who will serve as their governor for the next four years in what will be a rematch of the 2022 contest. Two-term incumbent Gov. JB Pritzker (D) is seeking a third term leading the reliably blue Land of Lincoln. With his current lieutenant governor running for the Senate, his…

Illinois · 4d

NBC Chicago

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See live results as Illinois counties vote on idea of separating from Cook County

A group of 11 Illinois counties voted on referendums Tuesday on whether they should explore the idea of creating a separate state. The referendum asks voters whether their respective counties should coordinate with other county boards to explore the idea of forming a state separate from Cook County, an idea that has already been approved by more than 30 counties across the state.

Cook County, IL · 3d

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Only One Illinois City Lands In The Top 25 Of Safest Cities List

One Illinois city cracked the nation's top 25 for safety, beating out bigger counterparts with a solid ranking.

Aurora, IL · 4d

illinoistimes.com

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Republican Paula Crouch elected sheriff

Republican incumbent Paula Crouch defeated Democratic challenger Marc Bell in the race for Sangamon County sheriff in the Nov. 3 general election, with a victory margin of almost eight percentage points. Crouch’s win – a 5,941-vote margin over Bell in a race that saw 76,305 votes cast – came amid...

Sangamon County, IL · 3d

Fox 32 Chicago

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Pat Quinn explains his support for a millionaire income tax surcharge

Former Gov. Pat Quinn discusses a Cook County advisory referendum on a proposed 3% income tax surcharge for Illinois residents earning more than $1 million a year and how the revenue could support schools and property tax relief.

Cook County, IL · 4d

The Center Square

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LaSalle County resolution draws criticism amid debate over lawmaker’s Sharia bill

(The Center Square) – An Illinois lawmaker is defending legislation aimed at preventing foreign legal systems from overriding constitutional rights, while an Illinois Family Institute contributor argues that a recent LaSalle County resolution condemning Sharia law could undermine legitimate scrutiny of a proposed Fox River resort development. State Rep. John Cabello, R-Machesney Park, introduced House Bill 4165 in October 2025, seeking to prohibit Illinois courts and other legal bodies from enforcing foreign laws or legal provisions that violate rights guaranteed under the U.S. or Illinois constitutions. Cabello said the measure was prompted by news reports about Sharia law in parts of London and his desire to prevent similar concerns from arising in Illinois. “I wanted to make sure that we had something on the books that would show that not every single Illinoisan is in favor of this,” Cabello told The Center Square. Cabello said he has not identified a specific Illinois court case in which Sharia law was applied in violation of constitutional rights, describing his legislation as preemptive. Asked whether he was concerned the proposal could be viewed as targeting Muslims, Cabello said, “I really don't care if people think I'm targeting anybody.” He said his priority was

Lasalle County, IL · 4d

wdbr.com

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District 186 staff: Survey says …

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Everyone’s got an opinion about their workplace. Right?. District 186 superintendent Terrance Jordan said Monday results are in from a staff survey. About 500 participated. One topic covered: transportation / feedback. “People wanted to know the root cause of the budget deficit and the origin of the budget deficit, detailed line items, and visual financial reporting. And they want it to be accessible,” said Jordan.

Springfield, IL · 4d

The Hill

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Ford wins Illinois House election for retiring Danny Davis’s seat

Democrat La Shawn Ford is set to succeed longtime Rep. Danny Davis (D) in representing Illinois’s 7th Congressional District, Decision Desk HQ has projected, beating out Republican opponent Chad Koppie, a retired Delta Air Lines jumbo jet captain. Ford has served as a member of the Illinois state House, representing the 8th District, since January…

Illinois · 3d