Congressman Chuy Garcia could launch campaign for mayor next week

Sources told FOX 32 Chicago Monday night that Congressman Chuy Garcia, 66, may launch a campaign for mayor immediately after next week’s midterm elections, perhaps on Thursday, Nov. 10. 

Chicago suburbs report 'really heavy' early voter turnout

Candidates are making their closing arguments to voters with just days to go until Election Day, which is a week from Tuesday. FOX 32 political editor Mike Flannery with what’s at stake.

Chicago suburbs report record early voter turnout
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Election officials in Chicago and surrounding suburbs say based on the hundreds of thousands of local voters who have already cast their ballots, they're now expecting a large total turnout.

Countdown to the midterms: Dems lean on Obama for momentum
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We're eight days away from one of the most consequential midterm elections in a generation with the balance of power in Washington on the line. Political consultant Demarie Cobb joined Good Day Chicago on Monday to break down the key races.

Brazil elects Lula president again, defeating far-right Bolsonaro

His victory marks the first time since Brazil’s 1985 return to democracy that the sitting president has failed to win reelection.

On the ballot: Illinois voters to decide on Workers' Rights Amendment

Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth was in south suburban Will County Friday afternoon, urging support for a proposed amendment to the state constitution that's at the top of the fall ballot. It's the so-called Workers’ Rights Amendment that would prohibit the passage of anti-union, right-to-work laws.

Duckworth, Salvi clash over abortion in Chicago debate

Senator Tammy Duckworth and Republican challenger Kathy Salvi squared off in a debate Thursday night, covering issues from immigration to abortion.

Duckworth, Salvi clash in Chicago debate
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Senator Tammy Duckworth and Republican challenger Kathy Salvi squared off in a debate Thursday night, covering issues from immigration to abortion.

Illinois SAFE-T Act: New law is a 'get out of jail free card,' former prosecutor says

The controversy around the SAFE-T Act has focused on the elimination of cash bail. However, a former Cook County prosecutor tells FOX 32 Chicago he's concerned about another aspect of the new law.

Midterm Elections 2022: Two seats up for grabs on Illinois Supreme Court
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Midterm Elections are quickly approaching and Illinois voters have some important decisions to make. Two of the seven seats on the Illinois Supreme Court are up for grabs this November. Washington Bureau Chief correspondent for the Chicago Sun-Times, Lynn Sweet, shares insights on the upcoming judicial race.