Super PAC scorecard — how outside spending groups fared in efforts to influence Illinois primary voters
An unprecedented influx of special interest money into primary races led to mixed results for big industries on election night.
Illinois governor’s race will be a rematch in 2026
Republican voters in Illinois have once again chosen former state Sen. Darren Bailey as their candidate for governor, giving him a second chance to unseat incumbent Democrat JB Pritzker in November.
Croke leads Democratic comptroller race as downstate voters dominate GOP primaries
State Rep. Margaret Croke, D-Chicago, held a 24,000-vote lead with 83 percent of votes reporting as of 10 p.m. — a roughly 2.4% advantage over state Sen. Karina Villa, D-West Chicago.
WILL CALL: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Mar. 19 – Mar. 22
A discussion with an award-winning author, a presentation and hike about snakes, a race through a state park, and more are all happening in central Illinois this weekend.
Illinois Primary Election 2026: Results and Updates
A U.S. Senate seat, congressional districts and the next Champaign County executive are among the important races to keep an eye out for as voters cast their ballots in the primary election. Candidates who receive the Democratic or Republican nominations will move on to the general midterm election in November.
Michelle Jett in lead for Champaign County executive, with thousands of votes yet to be counted
Michelle Jett is currently the director of administration for Champaign County. She held 60 percent of the vote, according to unofficial results on Tuesday night.
Illinois Lt. Gov Juliana Stratton wins Democratic primary for US Senate
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton won Tuesday’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, edging out two sitting members
Illinois U.S. Reps. Bost, Budzinski and Miller win their primaries
All three Metro East members of Congress won their party’s primary contest on Tuesday and will advance to the general election.
Illinois Primary Election Results 2026
The latest results from the Associated Press for Illinois primary elections including races for governor, U.S. Senate and U.S. House.
Madison County judge finds name in Epstein files because of legal representation
Madison County Judge Andrew Carruthers is in the Epstein files because he once represented Epstein on a collection matter more than a dozen years ago.
More snow expected tonight warmer temperatures to make comeback near end of the week
Wind chills of 5-10 degrees below zero are expected overnight. Another burst of snow is forecast for Tuesday night.
ADM, American Farmland Trust partnership aims to support struggling farmers in Midwest
A new partnership between Archer-Daniels-Midland and American Farmland Trust aims to build resilience in farmers.
IPM News Voter Guide: Who is on the ballot for Illinois’ March 17 primary?
From Champaign County Executive to U.S. Senate and congressional races, several local and statewide competitions are on the March 17 ballot for voters in Central Illinois.
Charges dismissed for 2 of ‘Broadview 6’ ICE facility protesters
Lawyers seek evidence showing ‘improper influence’ by President Trump over ‘political’ prosecutions.
Trump threatens NATO allies over Strait of Hormuz help
On Saturday, Trump had called on China, France, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom and others to send warships to the key shipping route, which Iran has been blocking since the war and where about a fifth of the world’s oil supplies typically pass through.
Enrollment at Illinois public K-12 schools is down 10% over the past decade. Will some schools have to close?
Schools closing isn’t super common, but it does happen. Data WNIJ obtained from the Illinois State Board of Education shows 72 public schools have closed in the past five years.
New clinic offers free therapy provided by U of I mental health counseling grad students
A new mental health clinic for community members opened earlier this year at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The counseling is provided by graduate students seeking to gain clinical experience.
Boyd scores career-high 38 as No. 23 Wisconsin rallies to beat No. 9 Illinois 91-88 in OT
CHICAGO (AP) — Nick Boyd scored a career-high 38 points, John Blackwell added 31 and No. 23 Wisconsin rallied from
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