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Mary Miller seeks a third term representing Illinois' 15th District against a political newcomer in Jennifer Todd.

Democrat Christian Mitchell could become governor if Pritzker wins the White House, while Republican Aaron Del Mar, a combative former Cook County GOP chair, is Darren Bailey’s bridge to the suburbs.

Frustrated Illinois residents in 11 counties will vote on a non-binding referendum to break away from Cook County and form a new state in November.

U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood has received an endorsement for reelection by President Donald Trump in the 16th Congressional District.

The 2026 midterm elections are on Nov. 3, and Illinois voters will find more than just candidates in the big races on their ballots. Voters also will be asked to weigh in on several advisory referenda about potential new laws.

The race in the Nov. 3 election for a seat in the Illinois Senate in District 33 is between Republican Danielle Penman and Democrat Michele Clark.