La Shawn Ford, the progressive state lawmaker who survived a crowded primary and millions in outside spending, faces only token opposition from Republican Chad Koppie in Illinois’ 7th District as Danny Davis retires after three decades.

U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood has received an endorsement for reelection by President Donald Trump in the 16th Congressional District.

The Tribune editorial board’s tradition of making political endorsements is a cornerstone of this newspaper’s history.

Frustrated Illinois residents in 11 counties will vote on a non-binding referendum to break away from Cook County and form a new state in November.

Mary Miller seeks a third term representing Illinois' 15th District against a political newcomer in Jennifer Todd.

Democrat Christian Mitchell could become governor if Pritzker wins the White House, while Republican Aaron Del Mar, a combative former Cook County GOP chair, is Darren Bailey’s bridge to the suburbs.