illinois primary election

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday signed a measure to move the state’s primary election from March to June next year, among other changes aimed at expanding voting access.

Illinois lawmakers on Monday passed a measure to move Illinois’ primary election from March to June next year, among other election-related changes.

Illinois lawmakers debate on the last day of the spring legislative session in Springfield this Memorial Day, with some key topics still left on the agenda. Kate Chappell reports.

Tuesday was an historic day, as Jada Curry defeated incumbent Gene Williams in Tuesday’s primary election in suburban Lynwood, making her the first Black woman to become mayor of the suburb. Curry will take office later this year, as her April general election race will see her running unopposed, and her family celebrated the major victory Tuesday night and...

Former Vice President Joe Biden defeated Sen. Bernie Sanders in Illinois’ Democratic primary for president on Tuesday, a contest with a sizable impact on the race. NBC 5’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.

Rep. Bobby Rush won the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 1st Congressional District on Tuesday, the Associated Press projects, beating three challengers to keep his long-held seat.

Former Vice President Joe Biden defeated Sen. Bernie Sanders in Illinois’ Democratic primary for president on Tuesday, a contest with a sizable impact on the race, the Associated Press projects.

Looking to see election results as they roll in from around the state? You can find up-to-the-minute vote totals right here.

Election day in Illinois is here, with voters across the state heading to the polls. Here’s a look at some essential resources to help you prepare to cast your ballot —

Illinois’ primary election will continue as scheduled on Tuesday, despite concerns over the state’s growing number of coronavirus cases amid the global pandemic.

While early voting has gone smoothly, the Chicago Board of Elections is asking for help ahead of what’s expected to be a difficult primary as a result of the coronavirus fallout. NBC 5’s Mary Ann Ahern explains.

Illinois’ primary Election Day falls on March 17, when voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots in several big races. Here are a few big contests to keep an eye on as results roll in —

Two candidates for state representative on Chicago’s Northwest Side say they – one a survivor of domestic abuse and the other of sexual violence – have been subjected to false and deeply personal attacks from their opponent that they’ve found to be far more hurtful than just “politics as usual.”

Two candidates for state representative on Chicago’s Northwest Side say they – one a survivor of domestic abuse and the other of sexual violence – have been subjected to false and deeply personal attacks from their opponent that they’ve found to be far more hurtful than just “politics as usual.” NBC 5’s Mary Ann Ahern reports.

As the contentious primary for the Democratic nomination for president marches on, it seems increasingly likely that Illinois will vote when the race is still wide open, potentially having a decisive impact – even though the state’s Election Day is relatively late in the game.

Dozens of early voting locations across Cook County officially open their doors Monday, giving voters who have already made up their minds a chance to hit the ballot box ahead of the rush.

Already made up your mind on who to vote for – and want to avoid the Election Day rush? You can vote early at dozens of locations across Chicago’s suburban counties every day through March 16.

Illinois’ primary Election Day falls on March 17, when voters will head to the polls to cast their ballots in several races. Here are a few big contests to keep an eye on.

The new location at Clark and Lake will feature new touchscreens and ballot scanners. NBC5’s Kye Martin reports.

Early voting begins at Chicago’s Loop Super Site Wednesday, with less than one month until the March 17 primary. Chicago voters will be able to vote in-person at the early voting and registration site set up at 191 N. Clark St., according to the Chicago Board of Elections. Early voting will expand to all 50 wards in the city beginning…