Frequently asked questions about voting in Illinois
Frequently asked questions about voting in Illinois
This is an unprecedented year for voting in Illinois, thanks to COVID-19 and new voting laws. Here are some of the most common questions.
Citizen’s guide to overseeing elections processes
Citizen’s guide to overseeing elections processes
Illinoisans can work elections through numerous positions from election judges to polling place technicians
Madigan loses support of another Democrat in Illinois House
Madigan loses support of another Democrat in Illinois House
House Speaker Mike Madigan has now lost the support of eight Democrats in the House, with most seeking his immediate resignation, since he was implicated in a $1.3 million federal bribery scandal.
Kilbride takes $550K from Madigan despite vowing not to accept ‘one penny’ from speaker’s committees
Kilbride takes $550K from Madigan despite vowing not to accept ‘one penny’ from speaker’s committees
The Democratic Party of Illinois campaign committee, chaired by House Speaker Mike Madigan, recently contributed to Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas Kilbride’s retention campaign. Kilbride had sworn he would take no Madigan money.
How easy is it to vote in Illinois? Very.
How easy is it to vote in Illinois? Very.
In Illinois, you can show up at the polls, register and vote all at the same time.
Pritzker issues 9th emergency declaration to extend COVID-19 powers
Pritzker issues 9th emergency declaration to extend COVID-19 powers
Gov. J.B. Pritzker has issued a ninth disaster proclamation, extending his emergency powers for another 30 days over all of Illinois.
Sangamon County judge rules local governments can be open on Election Day
Sangamon County judge rules local governments can be open on Election Day
A section of a vote-by-mail bill passed earlier this year established Election Day 2020 as a state holiday. A judge ruled it did not apply to local governments.
How do I verify my vote was counted in Illinois?
How do I verify my vote was counted in Illinois?
With more people this year voting by mail or voting early, it’s more important than ever to verify your vote was counted.
What dates should I know this election?
What dates should I know this election?
Make sure your voice is heard by voting on time and at the correct location. Here are some key dates to remember.
Madigan spent millions to elect, retain Illinois Supreme Court Justice Kilbride
Madigan spent millions to elect, retain Illinois Supreme Court Justice Kilbride
Committees controlled by the speaker of the Illinois House funded more than half of Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas Kilbride’s campaign contributions in 2010. Kilbride is up for retention again this year.
Where to vote early in Illinois
Where to vote early in Illinois
Finding your early polling place can be confusing. We’ve created a tool to help.
Mail ballots identifying voters by party sent out in Madison County
Mail ballots identifying voters by party sent out in Madison County
The county clerk said it was a mistake, and that safeguards are in place to ensure ballots are handled properly and counted, regardless of party affiliation.
Michigan Supreme Court rules against emergency powers similar to Pritzker’s
Michigan Supreme Court rules against emergency powers similar to Pritzker’s
The Michigan Supreme Court concluded that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer could not legally extend her emergency executive orders without the approval of the legislature, while declaring another source of her authority unconstitutional altogether.
Democrat challenges Madigan for Illinois House speaker
Democrat challenges Madigan for Illinois House speaker
After his implication in a bribery scandal and investigation by an Illinois House committee, Mike Madigan in January will face a Democratic challenger for House speaker. House candidates now need to say where they stand on Madigan.