June 28 Illinois Primary Election: Chicago residents can vote early starting on May 26

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CHICAGO - Chicago residents can start voting early in the Illinois primary election starting this Thursday, May 26.

The Chicago Board of Elections "Supersite" at Lake and Clark will open on 9 a.m. on Thursday.

The "Supersite" will be open:

• Weekdays: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Extended weekday hours June 20 to June 24: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Election Day (June 28): 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Chicago residents can vote at locations in their own wards starting on June 13.