Juliana Stratton, Don Tracy talk their upcoming race | The Chicago Report
After Tuesday's primary election, the field is set in the race for Illinois' open U.S. Senate seat, vacated by Dick Durbin. Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the democratic nomination, backed by millions of dollars from Governor JB Pritzker and former Illinois GOP party chair Don Tracy. If elected, he would be the first republican to represent Illinois in the U.S. Senate since Mark Kirk lost his reelection bid in 2016.
After Tuesday's primary election, the field is set in the race for Illinois' open U.S. Senate seat, vacated by Dick Durbin. Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the democratic nomination, backed by millions of dollars from Governor JB Pritzker and former Illinois GOP party chair Don Tracy. If elected, he would be the first republican to represent Illinois in the U.S. Senate since Mark Kirk lost his reelection bid in 2016.
Mayor Johnson fires Deputy Mayor Garien Gatewood | The Chicago Report
A sudden shakeup inside Mayor Brandon Johnson's office today. Garien Gatewood, Chicago's first deputy mayor for public safety has been fired. That's a position Mayor Johnson created days after taking office in 2023. But that's not all-- Manny Whitfield, Director of Violence Prevention, was also let go.
A sudden shakeup inside Mayor Brandon Johnson's office today. Garien Gatewood, Chicago's first deputy mayor for public safety has been fired. That's a position Mayor Johnson created days after taking office in 2023. But that's not all-- Manny Whitfield, Director of Violence Prevention, was also let go.
The battle for Durbin’s seat: Juliana Stratton to face Don Tracy in November
Following Tuesday's primary, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Don Tracy are officially facing off for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Dick Durbin.
Following Tuesday's primary, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Don Tracy are officially facing off for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Dick Durbin.
Pritzker, Bailey to face off again | The Chicago Report
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz recaps all of the excitement from last night's election, including that JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey will have a rematch.
Fox Chicago's Paris Schutz recaps all of the excitement from last night's election, including that JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey will have a rematch.
Darren Bailey pitches a 'new day' in second run for Illinois governor
The day after Darren Bailey won the GOP nomination for governor in Illinois, Darren Bailey spoke with Fox Chicago to give his pitch to voters as he again challenges Gov. JB Pritzker.
The day after Darren Bailey won the GOP nomination for governor in Illinois, Darren Bailey spoke with Fox Chicago to give his pitch to voters as he again challenges Gov. JB Pritzker.
Darren Bailey campaign sets message for rematch against Pritzker
Running mate Aaron Del Mar outlines the campaign’s strategy, responds to Democratic criticism, and discusses key issues like affordability ahead of the November showdown.
Running mate Aaron Del Mar outlines the campaign’s strategy, responds to Democratic criticism, and discusses key issues like affordability ahead of the November showdown.
Pat Hynes recaps Democratic primary win for Cook County assessor
Pat Hynes discusses his plans to address property tax fairness, improve transparency, and implement changes in the assessor’s office ahead of the general election.
Pat Hynes discusses his plans to address property tax fairness, improve transparency, and implement changes in the assessor’s office ahead of the general election.
Recapping a pivotal Illinois primary election night
Several big primary races were decided across Chicago and Illinois on Tuesday.
Several big primary races were decided across Chicago and Illinois on Tuesday.
Illinois primary results: Key races take shape as analysts break down surprises
Political science professor Stephen Caliendo unpacks major Illinois primary results, including Juliana Stratton’s win, a Cook County assessor upset, and what the outcomes signal heading into the general election.
Political science professor Stephen Caliendo unpacks major Illinois primary results, including Juliana Stratton’s win, a Cook County assessor upset, and what the outcomes signal heading into the general election.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss wins 9th Dist. Democratic primary race: AP
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is the winner of the Democratic primary race in Illinois’ 9th congressional district, the AP projects. Biss beat out a large field of Democratic candidates as they sought to replace longtime U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who has represented the district since 1999 and will retire at the end of this term.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is the winner of the Democratic primary race in Illinois’ 9th congressional district, the AP projects. Biss beat out a large field of Democratic candidates as they sought to replace longtime U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who has represented the district since 1999 and will retire at the end of this term.
Why Gov. JB Pritzker is the big winner in Illinois Primaries | Fox Chicago Analysis
Fox Chicago Political Anchor Paris Schutz explains why he believes Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is the big winner in the Illinois Primary Elections.
Fox Chicago Political Anchor Paris Schutz explains why he believes Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is the big winner in the Illinois Primary Elections.
Juliana Stratton wins Democratic primary race for US Senate in Illinois, AP projects
Stratton defeated Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly in an open race for Sen. Dick Durbin's seat.
Stratton defeated Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly in an open race for Sen. Dick Durbin's seat.
Toni Preckwinkle delivers victory speech in re-election bid for Cook County Board president
Toni Preckwinkle fended off a primary challenge from Ald. Brendan Reilly in the race for Cook County Board president.
Toni Preckwinkle fended off a primary challenge from Ald. Brendan Reilly in the race for Cook County Board president.
REMATCH: Gov. JB Pritzker reacts to Darren Bailey’s GOP primary win
The stage is set for a 2022 rematch. The Associated Press has projected Darren Bailey as the winner of the Illinois GOP primary, setting up a second showdown with incumbent Governor JB Pritzker this November.
The stage is set for a 2022 rematch. The Associated Press has projected Darren Bailey as the winner of the Illinois GOP primary, setting up a second showdown with incumbent Governor JB Pritzker this November.
Darren Bailey wins Illinois Governor GOP primary, AP projects
Darren Bailey, the downstate farmer and former lawmaker, will get another chance to take on Gov. JB Pritzker as he will seek a third term in office this November.
Darren Bailey, the downstate farmer and former lawmaker, will get another chance to take on Gov. JB Pritzker as he will seek a third term in office this November.
Expert breaks down Chicago voter turnout in IL primary races
Max Bever, the Director of Public Information for the Chicago Board of Elections, spoke with FOX Chicago about voter turnout in the Illinois primary election on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Max Bever, the Director of Public Information for the Chicago Board of Elections, spoke with FOX Chicago about voter turnout in the Illinois primary election on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Illinois Primary Election Results 2026: Live Updates
Voters across the Chicago area are casting their ballots for offices at the local, state, and federal levels for Tuesday's primary election.
Voters across the Chicago area are casting their ballots for offices at the local, state, and federal levels for Tuesday's primary election.
Illinois Governor Primary Election Results 2026: Live Updates
As Gov. JB Pritzker asks voters for a third term in office, multiple GOP candidates have lined up for the opportunity to challenge him.
As Gov. JB Pritzker asks voters for a third term in office, multiple GOP candidates have lined up for the opportunity to challenge him.
Illinois U.S. Senate Primary Election Results 2026: Live Updates
Several Democrats are competing in the primary race for an open U.S. Senate seat in Illinois in hopes of replacing Dick Durbin.
Several Democrats are competing in the primary race for an open U.S. Senate seat in Illinois in hopes of replacing Dick Durbin.
Illinois Comptroller, Statewide Primary Election Results 2026
Besides the governor, voters in Illinois will elect multiple statewide officials who manage agencies vital to the everyday lives of residents.
Besides the governor, voters in Illinois will elect multiple statewide officials who manage agencies vital to the everyday lives of residents.