Illinois Primary Election 2026: Live blog, updates, results and more

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A voting booth is pictured in Sangamon County.

Updated March 17, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The polls open at 6:00 a.m. for the March 17, 2026 primary election in Illinois.

Voting locations will be available until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Several polling places in Champaign County are unavailable due to a shortage of election judges. Voters can visit any polling location to cast a ballot.

IPM News’ voter guide has information about the candidates, races and ballot proposals in the primary. 

This is a developing story. IPM News will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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