In other election news.... former self-declared "supermayor" Tiffany Henyard is losing big in her *republican* bid for a seat on the Fulton County, Georgia board of commissioners. #WGNelection
November 4, 2026 at 1:30 AM
In other election news.... former self-declared "supermayor" Tiffany Henyard is losing big in her *republican* bid for a seat on the Fulton County, Georgia board of commissioners. #WGNelection
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called out communities and shared reasons why he loves the state while speaking to supporters after securing a third term.
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November 4, 2026 at 2:10 AM
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called out communities and shared reasons why he loves the state while speaking to supporters after securing a third term.
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Illinois Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton on Tuesday was elected to the United States Senate.
In speaking to supporters, she spoke of the power of community and collaboration: "We did that!"
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In speaking to supporters, she spoke of the power of community and collaboration: "We did that!"
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November 4, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Illinois Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton on Tuesday was elected to the United States Senate.
In speaking to supporters, she spoke of the power of community and collaboration: "We did that!"
#WGNelection
In speaking to supporters, she spoke of the power of community and collaboration: "We did that!"
#WGNelection
WGN's Dana Rebik is covering the race for Chicago School Board President at the watch party for Jessica Biggs at RPM Events on the Chicago River.
Latest results information:
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November 4, 2026 at 2:02 AM
WGN's Dana Rebik is covering the race for Chicago School Board President at the watch party for Jessica Biggs at RPM Events on the Chicago River.
Latest results information:
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Republican Darren Bailey conceded the race to Gov. JB Pritzker. In speaking to his supporters, he said he had no regrets about his campaign, said "we're going to have to fight for unity," but predicted an exodus of Illinoisans from the state.
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November 4, 2026 at 3:48 AM
Republican Darren Bailey conceded the race to Gov. JB Pritzker. In speaking to his supporters, he said he had no regrets about his campaign, said "we're going to have to fight for unity," but predicted an exodus of Illinoisans from the state.
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The race for Illinois' 8th Congressional District featured a familiar face. After 15 years out of Congress, former Rep. Melissa Bean on Tuesday fended off a challenge from Republican Jennifer Davis.
She spoke to WGN's Emmy Victor about why she sought the seat.
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She spoke to WGN's Emmy Victor about why she sought the seat.
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November 4, 2026 at 3:06 AM
The race for Illinois' 8th Congressional District featured a familiar face. After 15 years out of Congress, former Rep. Melissa Bean on Tuesday fended off a challenge from Republican Jennifer Davis.
She spoke to WGN's Emmy Victor about why she sought the seat.
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She spoke to WGN's Emmy Victor about why she sought the seat.
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Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton thanks supporters and vows to be an advocate in Washington.
She will face former chairman of the Illinois Republican Party Don Tracy in the General election.
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She will face former chairman of the Illinois Republican Party Don Tracy in the General election.
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March 18, 2026 at 3:41 AM
Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton thanks supporters and vows to be an advocate in Washington.
She will face former chairman of the Illinois Republican Party Don Tracy in the General election.
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She will face former chairman of the Illinois Republican Party Don Tracy in the General election.
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Darren Bailey speaks to supporters and talks tragedy after securing the GOP nomination for governor.
Bailey's son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren were killed in a helicopter crash in December.
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Bailey's son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren were killed in a helicopter crash in December.
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March 18, 2026 at 3:18 AM
Darren Bailey speaks to supporters and talks tragedy after securing the GOP nomination for governor.
Bailey's son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren were killed in a helicopter crash in December.
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Bailey's son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren were killed in a helicopter crash in December.
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Daniel Biss is the projected winner of the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 9th Congressional district, defeating Kat Abughazaleh and Sen. Laura Fine for the nomination.
https://wgntv.com/news/politics/biss-projected-to-win-democratic-primary-for-9th-district/
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https://wgntv.com/news/politics/biss-projected-to-win-democratic-primary-for-9th-district/
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March 18, 2026 at 2:58 AM
Daniel Biss is the projected winner of the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 9th Congressional district, defeating Kat Abughazaleh and Sen. Laura Fine for the nomination.
https://wgntv.com/news/politics/biss-projected-to-win-democratic-primary-for-9th-district/
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https://wgntv.com/news/politics/biss-projected-to-win-democratic-primary-for-9th-district/
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Juliana Stratton wins Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Illinois primary election, defeating Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Rep. Robin Kelly.
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March 18, 2026 at 2:43 AM
Juliana Stratton wins Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Illinois primary election, defeating Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Rep. Robin Kelly.
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Jesse Jackson Jr. concedes to Donna Miller in the 2nd Congressional District race and calls for more civility in American politics.
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March 18, 2026 at 2:38 AM
Jesse Jackson Jr. concedes to Donna Miller in the 2nd Congressional District race and calls for more civility in American politics.
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Darren Bailey wins Republican nomination for governor in Illinois primary election.
https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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March 18, 2026 at 1:39 AM
Darren Bailey wins Republican nomination for governor in Illinois primary election.
https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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Donna Miller wins the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District, defeating Jesse Jackson Jr.
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March 18, 2026 at 1:27 AM
Donna Miller wins the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District, defeating Jesse Jackson Jr.
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Chad Koppie is the projected winner of the Republican primary for Illinois’ 7th Congressional District. Votes are still being counted for the Democratic candidate.
Latest Results:
https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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Latest Results:
https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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March 18, 2026 at 1:15 AM
Chad Koppie is the projected winner of the Republican primary for Illinois’ 7th Congressional District. Votes are still being counted for the Democratic candidate.
Latest Results:
https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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Latest Results:
https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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Brad Schneider wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Illinois’ 10th Congressional District, the Associated Press reports.
Latest Returns:
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Latest Returns:
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March 18, 2026 at 1:12 AM
Brad Schneider wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Illinois’ 10th Congressional District, the Associated Press reports.
Latest Returns:
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Latest Returns:
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Sean Casten wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Illinois' 6th Congressional District
Latest Returns:
(https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/ )
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Latest Returns:
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March 18, 2026 at 1:11 AM
Sean Casten wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Illinois' 6th Congressional District
Latest Returns:
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Latest Returns:
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A look at supporters and some press at the Kat Abughazaleh watch party.
Abughazaleh is running to replace Rep. Jan Schakowsky in the 9th Congressional district.
She, Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss and Sen. Laura Fine are the three frontrunners in the race.
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Abughazaleh is running to replace Rep. Jan Schakowsky in the 9th Congressional district.
She, Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss and Sen. Laura Fine are the three frontrunners in the race.
#WGNelection
March 18, 2026 at 1:11 AM
A look at supporters and some press at the Kat Abughazaleh watch party.
Abughazaleh is running to replace Rep. Jan Schakowsky in the 9th Congressional district.
She, Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss and Sen. Laura Fine are the three frontrunners in the race.
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Abughazaleh is running to replace Rep. Jan Schakowsky in the 9th Congressional district.
She, Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss and Sen. Laura Fine are the three frontrunners in the race.
#WGNelection
Mike Quigley wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Illinois’ 5th Congressional District, according to the Associated Press.
https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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March 18, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Mike Quigley wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Illinois’ 5th Congressional District, according to the Associated Press.
https://wgntv.com/2026-illinois-primary-election/
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WGN's Dana Rebik reports: Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle says that should she prevail in her race this evening against Chicago Ald. Brendan Reilly that it will be her last term in office.
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March 18, 2026 at 12:45 AM
WGN's Dana Rebik reports: Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle says that should she prevail in her race this evening against Chicago Ald. Brendan Reilly that it will be her last term in office.
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“It has been a long and arduous primary season for many. But when so much is at stake, there’s no time to rest. The general election begins right now." - Gov. JB Pritzker
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March 18, 2026 at 12:41 AM
“It has been a long and arduous primary season for many. But when so much is at stake, there’s no time to rest. The general election begins right now." - Gov. JB Pritzker
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#WGNelection coverage includes longtime political analyst Pat Brady, former state representative Mike Zalewski, consultant/Hinsdale Mayor Greg Hart, consultant Ron Holmes and more.
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March 18, 2026 at 12:15 AM
#WGNelection coverage includes longtime political analyst Pat Brady, former state representative Mike Zalewski, consultant/Hinsdale Mayor Greg Hart, consultant Ron Holmes and more.
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Eight WGN reporters are on the grounds of various campaign headquarters to bring the latest Illinois primary results.
Polls closed at 7 p.m.
#WGNelection live coverage and the latest updates:
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Polls closed at 7 p.m.
#WGNelection live coverage and the latest updates:
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March 18, 2026 at 12:10 AM
Eight WGN reporters are on the grounds of various campaign headquarters to bring the latest Illinois primary results.
Polls closed at 7 p.m.
#WGNelection live coverage and the latest updates:
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Polls closed at 7 p.m.
#WGNelection live coverage and the latest updates:
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WGN's Angelica Sanchez is covering the Cook County Assessor's race and the Fritz Kaegi campaign.
Polls close at 7 p.m.!
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Polls close at 7 p.m.!
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March 17, 2026 at 11:47 PM
WGN's Angelica Sanchez is covering the Cook County Assessor's race and the Fritz Kaegi campaign.
Polls close at 7 p.m.!
The Latest Updates: (wgntv.com/news/politic...)
#WGNelection
Polls close at 7 p.m.!
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March 17, 2026 at 10:12 PM