Glenview 2026 IL Primary Voters Guide

Early voting is underway. Here's everything you need to know about the March 17 election.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The Illinois Primary Election is coming up on March 17, and early voting is already underway in Glenview. Both Democratic and Republican candidates are making their final pushes to be chosen to represent their respective parties in November's General Election. The biggest race in Glenview is the crowded field of 15 Democratic candidates vying to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky in the 9th Congressional District.

Why it matters

The primary election will determine the candidates who will face off in the November general election, which will have significant implications for the political landscape in Illinois and at the federal level. Voters in Glenview have a wide range of candidates to choose from, especially in the 9th Congressional District race to replace the long-serving Rep. Schakowsky.

The details

Early voting in Glenview is taking place at the Glenview Village Hall, with hours varying throughout the early voting period from March 9 to March 16. Voters can check their registration status online and register in person on the same day they vote, either during early voting or on Election Day. Vote-by-mail ballot applications must be submitted by March 12. On Election Day, the polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

  • Early voting began on March 2 and continues through March 16.
  • Election Day is March 17, 2026.
  • The vote-by-mail ballot application deadline is 5 p.m. on March 12.

The players

Jan Schakowsky

U.S. Representative who has represented Chicago's North Side and the north suburbs since 1998 and is retiring in 2026.

Kat Abughazaleh

A former journalist and social media influencer running as a Democratic candidate for the 9th Congressional District.

Rocio Cleveland

A multilingual paraprofessional and interpreter running as a Republican candidate for the 9th Congressional District.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

This primary election will be a pivotal moment for Glenview and the 9th Congressional District, as voters will have the opportunity to choose new representation in Washington, D.C. The crowded field of Democratic candidates highlights the competitive nature of the race, and voters will need to carefully consider each candidate's platform and qualifications before making their choice.