Republicans admit 'we got lazy' in blue Illinois — but vow at State Fair to boost GOP turnout
State Republican leaders are urging local candidates to stay the course on issues of crime, economics and corruption to help them chip away at Democratic strongholds in the suburbs — and not to rely on a bump from former President Donald Trump.
Illinois GOP urges focus on policies, not personalities during party’s day at State Fair
SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Republicans used their day at the State Fair Thursday to blame Democrats for crime, inflation and tax increases while urging a focus on policies, not personality as they head into a November election with a ticket led by presidential nominee Donald Trump,
Illinois Democrats provide DNC preview with energetic support of Kamala Harris at Illinois State Fair
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Illinois Democrats celebrate Harris, Walz ahead of DNC
Illinois Democrats took over the Illinois State Fair Wednesday, celebrating the top of the ticket ahead of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) Monday. “Next week, we’re going to show America what Illinois Democrats are all about,
Illinois Democrats rally at State Fair ahead of Chicago DNC: 'Can you feel the electricity across the nation?'
Gov. JB Pritzker and other Democrats, who hold all statewide offices in deep-blue Illinois, praised Kamala Harris' nascent White House bid — and slammed an “embarrassing” state of affairs for Republicans.
Illinois Democrats kick off election cycle at state fair with Governor's Day
Elected officials, county chairs and grassroots Democrats took to the Illinois State Fair Wednesday, marking the kickoff to the November election cycle. WGN's Tahman Bradley reports from Springfield on the story.
Pritzker ready for prime time speech at Democratic Convention, with Johnson also among speakers
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker will be speaking in a primetime address on Tuesday night, the same night former President Barack Obama will address the Democratic convention, according to two sources familiar with the plans.
Illinois Sheriffs’ Association condemns violence over elections, political motives
The Illinois Sheriffs' Association shared a letter to the public on Tuesday that condemns violence over election results or political motivations.
Illinois State Fair becomes political battleground in pivotal election year
Concerts, rides, animals, foods, and politics are tradition at the Illinois State Fair, and there's an even bigger turnout during an election year.
Illinois school districts seek sales tax dollars
Illinoisans already face a high tax burden and now DeKalb County school districts are asking voters to raise sales taxes for schools. Sales taxes would go up 1% in DeKalb County if voters approve the County School Facility Occupation Tax.