Illinois State House Primary Election Results 2026

Every one of the 118 seats in the Illinois State House of Representatives is on the ballot in this year’s midterm elections.

US military draft disqualifications list: See if you're exempt

Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.

Who is Joe Kent? Trump counterterrorism admin, veteran resigns over Iran war

The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience" back the Trump administration’s war in Iran.

Key Illinois primary races in focus as voters head to the polls
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Dr. Constance Mixon, political science professor at Elmhurst University, breaks down the high-stakes Illinois primary contests, including the open U.S. Senate seat and several competitive congressional and local races.

Polls open for Illinois Primary Election
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Primary Election Day is here in Illinois, the culmination of months of campaigning, political ads, voter canvassing, and heated debates.

Greg Bovino to retire, election day preview | The Chicago Report
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Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino announces retirement plan, and all you need to know before heading to the polls on Election Day.

Jesse Jackson's family withdraws endorsement for Stratton | The Chicago Report
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After Juliana Stratton's campaign claimed she had been endorsed by Jesse Jackson before his death last month, his family said the process was not complete before he died and no endorsement was given.

Controversial Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino to retire, reports say | The Chicago Report
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Greg Bovino, the U.S. Border Patrol commander who became the face of the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign before he was reassigned from his leadership role amid controversial immigration raids throughout the country, will retire. 

Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino to retire, reports say
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Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino has announced his retirement, according to multiple reports, drawing reaction from several Illinois politicians.