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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.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 1 hour ago

Pritzker Flexes Political Muscle in Illinois Senate Race

The governor and possible presidential hopeful strongly backed Juliana Stratton, who will likely become the sixth Black woman to serve in the Senate.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Crypto Cash Fuels Democrats' Divide in Illinois Senate Race -- Tuesday's messy primary between Krishnamoorthi, Kelly, and Stratton is testing the influence of Governor Pritzker versus pro-crypto forces.

Tuesday’s messy primary between Krishnamoorthi, Kelly, and Stratton is testing the influence of Governor Pritzker versus pro-crypto forces.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton wins Democratic primary for US Senate

The retirement of US Senator Dick Durbin, the Senate’s longtime No. 2 Democrat, triggered a competitive campaign on the Democratic side.

Boston Globe - Politics - 5 hours ago

NCAA Tournament bracket tips — and why Illinois might be a team that can win the whole thing

Is this the whole list of teams that might cut down the nets in the end? Maybe.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Democratic primary for US Senate

The 60-year-old Democrat, backed by Governor JB Pritzker, pulled off a surprise victory after months of trailing in the polls.

BBC News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Democratic primary for US Senate -- The 60-year-old Democrat, backed by Governor JB Pritzker, pulled off a surprise victory after months of trailing in the polls.

The 60-year-old Democrat, backed by Governor JB Pritzker, pulled off a surprise victory after months of trailing in the polls.

BBC News - US News - 8 hours ago

Illinois Lt. Gov. Stratton wins Senate Democratic primary for Dick Durbin's seat

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton on Tuesday won the Democratic Party primary to replace retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.

CNBC - Politics - 10 hours ago

Pritzker-backed Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Senate primary

Governor Pritzker, whose name has been mentioned as a potential presidential contender for 2028, threw his weight behind Stratton

Independent UK - US News - 10 hours ago

Illinois Primary Election 2026 Results

Follow the latest race results of Democratic and Republican candidates running for open federal, state, and countywide seats in the Chicago and surrounding region.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Juliana Stratton, Darren Bailey among winners in 2026 Illinois primary elections

In other closely watched races, La Shawn Ford won the Democratic primary for 7th Congressional District and longtime Cook County assessor Fritz Kaegi will soon be out after losing to Pat Hynes.

NPR - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

The confusing world of super PACs influencing 2026 Illinois primary races

Super PACs, dark-money and special interest groups — some with unassuming names that do not reflect their true purpose — have pumped more than $50 million into Chicago-area congressional races. Voters are understandably confused.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Illinois election results: Juliana Stratton claims Democratic Senate primary in closely watched race

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton has won the Democratic Senate primary, securing the nomination to replace retiring Senator Dick Durbin, according to projections reported by NBC...

International The News - World - 14 hours ago

Juliana Stratton, Daniel Biss, Darren Bailey among winners in 2026 Illinois primary elections

In other closely watched races, La Shawn Ford won the Democratic primary for 7th Congressional District and longtime Cook County assessor Fritz Kaegi will soon be out after losing to Pat Hynes.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 15 hours ago

State Rep. Margaret Croke declares victory in Democratic primary for Illinois comptroller

With 85% of votes counted, Croke had about 35% of the vote over state Sen. Karina Villa, who had about 33%.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Juliana Stratton Illinois Senate Primary Win Is Good News for JB Pritzker

JB Pritzker wasn't on the Senate ballot, but the outcome was a reflection of the governor.

Newsweek - US News - 16 hours ago

Juliana Stratton Wins Senate Democratic Primary in Illinois

Given Illinois’s Democratic lean, Stratton is all but guaranteed to win in the midterms in November.

Epoch Times - US News - 17 hours ago

Illinois governor primaries set up rematch between Pritzker, Bailey -- The 2026 Illinois primary results in the race for governor set up a rematch between Gov. JB Pritzker and his 2022 Republican challenger Darren Bailey.

The 2026 Illinois primary results in the race for governor set up a rematch between Gov. JB Pritzker and his 2022 Republican challenger Darren Bailey.

CBS News - Politics - 17 hours ago

Crypto Cash Fuels Democrats' Divide in Illinois Senate Race

Tuesday’s messy primary between Krishnamoorthi, Kelly, and Stratton is testing the influence of Governor Pritzker versus pro-crypto forces.

New York Magazine - Politics - 1 day ago

Federal judge extends order blocking Trump cuts to Illinois public health funding

The loss in grant funding would have wiped out some HIV tracking programs, family planning initiatives and lead poisoning prevention.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Local school council elections are upon us — Wednesday — a day after the Illinois primary

LSCs vote on school improvement plans, approve school budgets, and evaluate or hire principals. Also, we must keep democracies strong and a jab at President Trump's remark there's "practically nothing left" to target in Iran.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

With Big Dance next, is Illinois a fatally flawed team? Has to be asked after déjà vu loss to Wisconsin

There are serious questions about the 24-8 Illini — whom coach Brad Underwood still calls “one of the best teams in the country” — as they head to the NCAA Tournament, most likely as a No. 3 seed.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

Should more Illinoisans have a college degree or workforce credential? A new state group is figuring that out

State officials are working to determine what students and workers need to remain economically competitive through 2040. The decisions will help shape what coursework and training is offered in Illinois.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

3 Illinois universities join San Francisco hub linking their startups, Bay Area investors

The University of Chicago, Northwestern, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and five other Midwest universities will help their teams connect with venture capital firms.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 7 days ago

More state funding for universities is an investment in Illinois' future

A college degree remains elusive for many Illinoisans. A new proposed funding formula would help produce more graduates and boost economic activity in the state.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 9 days ago

Illinois Democrats call for state commission to probe Epstein files for local ties

The proposed bipartisan Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Commission would have subpoena power to probe crimes tied to the late financier that “happened in Illinois, targeted Illinois residents or involved people and institutions subject to Illinois law,” state Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid says.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 11 days ago

Censorship of Colbert interview sparks free speech debate ahead of Texas primary

Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico says Trump is 'worried' Texas will vote blue

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 1 month ago

After Zohran Mamdani Upset Many With His Democratic Primary Mayoral Win, Here's What Dems Should Learn

Turns out it's a lot easier not to feel eaten alive by the gnawing pit of despair in your stomach when you're dedicating a few set hours to action each week!

BuzzFeed News - Opinion - 8 months ago