Eric Sorensen defeats Joe McGraw in Illinois’ crucial 17th Congressional District election
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Eric Sorensen defeats Joe McGraw in Illinois’ crucial 17th Congressional District election

  Incumbent Sorensen of Moline claimed victory over a former Rockford judge for a seat that extends west to the Quad Cities and then downstate to Peoria and Bloomington. Eric Sorensen, a Democrat from Moline, retained his seat in Illinois’ most-watched congressional race — a battle with former judge Joe McGraw for the 17th District…

President Trump Wins Declared Winner
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Trump wins the White House in political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters

The victory marks an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, faced dozens of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts.

Danos re-elected as Champaign County auditor, voters reject referendum to eliminate auditor’s office
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Danos re-elected as Champaign County auditor, voters reject referendum to eliminate auditor’s office

Democrat incumbent George Danos has won reelection in the Champaign County auditor’s race, defeating Republican challenger Alan Anderson, 54-to-46 with 100% of precincts counted. This year’s ballot also included a referendum to eliminate the elected Champaign County auditor’s office. Voters rejected that proposal 60-to-40.

Black male voters
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Voice of the Voter: Black men in Champaign County address angst surrounding presidential election

  Both presidential campaigns are making their closing arguments in the final days leading up to the election. Conversation online about Black men not willing to vote has spiraled after former President Barack Obama pushed them to cast a ballot. Like many residents in Champaign County, McKinley Phillips told Pierce he and his family are…

JB Pritzker

Illinois faces a $3 billion shortfall in 2026, a new report shows

If the projections hold true, Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker could face difficult financial decisions, from increasing taxes to cutting spending.   The relative financial calm that has marked Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s six years in office may soon be coming to a close as his administration Friday forecast a more than $3 billion budget shortfall for the…

217 Today: Southwest Illinois voters to weigh split from Chicago county in secession vote

217 Today: Southwest Illinois voters to weigh split from Chicago county in secession vote

Monday, November 4, 2024 Today’s headlines: In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about a referendum on the ballots of six counties in southwest Illinois that will ask if county boards should discuss forming a new state separate from Chicago. 217 Today is produced by Stephanie Mosqueda. Reporting today contributed by Mariah Trujillo, Layli Nazarova, Kristen…