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Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Democratic primary for Durbin's Senate seat

The state's lieutenant governor defeated U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi for the nomination.

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Progressive Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Democratic Senate primary race

Stratton, a progressive with the support of the governor, JB Pritzker, won the race to succeed Dick Durbin

The Guardian - US

Melissa Bean likely heading back to Congress after Illinois primary win

Illinois Democrats picked their nominees for four open House seats on Tuesday, with one former member taking a step toward returning to the chamber and another denied a comeback. And in an election where the American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s involvement in several races was under scrutiny, the group saw…

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Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton wins Democratic primary for Durbin’s seat

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary Tuesday for the state’s open Senate seat, defeating Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly in a hard-fought contest that centered more on style than substance. Stratton had 40 percent of the vote when The Associated Press called the Democratic race to…

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50 Best Midwest Cities With High Salaries and Low Cost of Living

If you're looking for Midwest cities with high household incomes and relatively low living costs, Ohio might be a good place to start. See the full list.

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Illinois heads to elect next senator and five congressional district candidates

Midwestern state has a slate of competitive races with money flowing in from donors including Aipac

The Guardian - US

At the Races: Big primaries in the Prairie State - Roll Call

Midterm elections 2026: Here’s what you need to know about the key primary races taking place Tuesday in Illinois.

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Forget Trump and the Iran War — this state’s primaries on Tuesday will be a referendum on Democratic support for Israel

ANALYSIS: Democratic voters now sympathize more with Palestinians than Israelis, polls show. Eric Garcia breaks down how those attitudes might affect races in Illinois

The Independent UK

Aipac: toxicity of pro-Israel Super Pac’s money to be tested in US primaries

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee has funneled $13.7m through Super Pacs into Tuesday’s Illinois primaries

The Guardian - US

Could the Chicago Bears leave Illinois? Indiana makes a play for the historic franchise

A turf war over a football team is developing between two Midwestern states with a long rivalry

The Independent UK

Illinois' $50 million primary experiment

Raja Krishnamoorthi is hoping the better-funded candidate wins in Illinois' Senate Democratic primary.

Axios

With $200m to spend on the midterms, crypto hopes to repeat its 2024 success: ‘It’s the most critical time’

Candidates in both parties – but mostly Republicans – are seeing cash infusions after merely indicating support

The Guardian - US

Young Latinos – and their commitment to social justice – are shaping the future of the Catholic Church

On Ash Wednesday, 2026, two Roman Catholic priests and a religious sister entered an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Broadview, Illinois, to celebrate Mass with detainees inside.

The Conversation

The City of ‘Mean Girls’: How Much It Costs To Live There in 2003 vs. 2026

A look at how rent, home prices and living costs in the 'Mean Girls' hometown have changed from 2003 to 2026.

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Controversial ex-mayor Tiffany Henyard running as Republican in Georgia office after scandal-ridden Illinois ousting

Tiffany Henyard served as the mayor of Dolton, Illinois, from 2021 until 2025

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Teen killed after being hit by a line drive during baseball practice, family says

Bentley Wolfe’s obituary says he loved tractors, trucks and farming, and enjoyed riding four-wheelers, shooting guns and spending time with friends and his girlfriend

Budget and the Bees

Illinois and Pennsylvania Quietly Decouple From Federal Tax Law — What It Means for Businesses and Revenue

You have likely spent months planning your business strategy around the new federal tax incentives passed in Washington. You expect those deductions to lower your liability and free up cash for new equipment or hiring. However, a major shift is happening at the state level that could completely erase those…

The Independent UK

Are you the Mega Millions winner? Lucky lottery player lands massive jackpot

A lucky Mega Millions lottery player is set to take home a massive $533 million jackpot. A winning ticket was sold in Illinois, marking the first Mega Millions win in 2026. The winning numbers for Tuesday’s draw were 16, 21, 30, 35, 65, with a Mega Ball of 7. Tuesday’s…

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Two dead as tornadoes leave trail of destruction across multiple states

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Tornadoes hit Illinois, Indiana and Texas as severe storms sweep US

Two people killed in Indiana as officials warn millions from Texas to Michigan remain at risk of severe weather

The Independent UK

Two killed as tornadoes level homes and businesses in Illinois and Indiana

Several tornadoes formed across northeastern Illinois and northwestern Indiana and devastated neighborhoods

International Business Times UK

Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Here's What Places in the US Should Be on Tornado Watch

Powerful storms bring tornadoes, giant hail, and flooding across central United States, leaving thousands without power and millions under alert.

Roll Call

In Illinois, big Democratic names jockey for a rare Senate vacancy

After Illinois Sen. Richard J. Durbin announced his retirement plans last year, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi dug into his substantial war chest, becoming the first candidate in the race to air television ads, building an early lead for a Senate seat that hadn’t been open in nearly 30 years. But with…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Why the Illinois-Indiana Border Just Became a Financial Battleground for Local Families

A single line on a map now carries enormous financial weight. On one side of the Illinois–Indiana border, property taxes can hit homeowners like a second mortgage. On the other side, many families discover dramatically lower bills for homes that often cost about the same. That difference has turned the…

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Illinois Property Tax Freeze Program: Who Qualifies and Why Some Seniors Get Denied

Illinois has some of the highest property taxes in the country. Unfortunately, it impacts many older American citizens. But many of them don’t realize they...

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