Feb. 13, 2026
Editorial: Kam Buckner for Illinois 26th House District Democratic Primary
Rep. Buckner is one of Springfield's smartest and most effective lawmakers, the Tribune Editorial Board says.
Feb. 13, 2026
10 Candidates Vie for Open Illinois 2nd Congressional Seat
Veteran Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. among those running in crowded Democratic primary
Feb. 13, 2026
Underdog U.S. Senate candidates call for new voices in Washington at UChicago debate
Candidates highlight need for change and fresh perspectives in Washington
Feb. 12, 2026
Cook County Judicial Candidates Receive Alliance Ratings
Bar associations collaborate to screen candidates for subcircuit vacancies
Feb. 12, 2026
Illinois Congresswoman Robin Kelly Runs for U.S. Senate
Three-term House Democrat hopes to replace retiring Senator Dick Durbin
Feb. 12, 2026
Illinois GOP Senate Candidates Avoid Criticizing Trump in Debate
Three Republicans vying for the party's nomination sidestep differences with the former president.
Feb. 12, 2026
Ahmed Karrar Endorsed for Illinois 14th Senate District Democratic Primary
The Tribune Editorial Board believes Karrar's enthusiasm could benefit the district.
Feb. 11, 2026
CBA Releases Ratings of Countywide Judicial Candidates
Narrative explanations highlight qualifications and experience of candidates seeking Cook County judicial vacancies
Feb. 11, 2026
Alliance Releases Ratings for Countywide Judicial Candidates
Sparse field of candidates raises questions about the judicial selection process in Cook County
Feb. 10, 2026
Cook County Assessor Candidates to Face Off in Primary Debate
Incumbent Fritz Kaegi challenged by Lyons Township Assessor Pat Hynes ahead of March 17 election
Feb. 10, 2026
Cook County Board President Candidates to Debate Live on Fox Chicago
Longtime incumbent Toni Preckwinkle faces challenge from Chicago Alderman Brendan Reilly
Feb. 10, 2026
Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi Runs for U.S. Senate
The Democratic primary frontrunner discusses his policy positions and fundraising lead ahead of the 2026 election.
Feb. 10, 2026
AI Power Players Pour Cash into Competitive Primaries for 2026 Midterms
Leading the Future, a group backed by top AI figures, injects $500K into North Carolina GOP primary
Feb. 10, 2026
AI Power Players Pour Cash Into Competitive Primaries as 2026 Midterms Heat Up
Leading the Future, a group backed by top Silicon Valley figures, makes major ad buy in North Carolina's 1st Congressional District GOP primary
