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Who Won What? Breaking Down Illinois’ Primary Results
After months of campaigning – and millions and millions of dollars spent from outside interests like AIPAC and cryptocurrency – several hotly-contest…
2 months, 1 week ago
To Vote Or Not To Vote: What Motivates Chicagoans’ Participation In Democracy
Beyond party affiliation, there is a broad diversity in who, how and why we vote. For some, it’s the issues that matter most; for others, it’s party …
2 months, 1 week ago
Ask Chicago’s Mayor: March 2026
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson sits down with In the Loop host Sasha-Ann Simons to answer listener questions on everything from the Illinois primary e…
2 months, 1 week ago
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: March 13, 2026
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker surveys the destruction left behind after a series of wild storms rip through Kankakee County, destroying homes and bui…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Meet The Republican U.S. Senate Candidates In Illinois: Jeannie Evans, Casey Chlebek, Don Tracy
During this final week before Primary Day in Illinois, Republican candidates are making their final pitches to voters for who is best to replace vete…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi Makes His Final Senate Pitch With Illinois Primary Days Away
During this final week before Primary Day in Illinois, the Democratic candidates are making their final pitches to voters for who is best to replace …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
With Primary Day A Week Away, Lt. Gov Juliana Stratton Makes A Final Pitch For Senate
During this final week before Primary Day in Illinois, the Democratic candidates are making their final pitches to voters for who is best to replace …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Rep. Robin Kelly Makes Final Pitch For Senate Ahead Of Primary
In the race to replace veteran U.S. Senator Dick Durbin, analysis from the New York Times shows Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, Congresswoman Robin …
2 months, 2 weeks ago
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: March 6, 2026
Kristi Noem is out as DHS secretary; meanwhile, Cook County prosecutors dismiss 21 cases against local ICE protesters. Chicago is one step closer to …
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Community Members Want More Input On Chicago Fire’s New Stadium
Real estate developer Related Midwest bought the 62-acre site (known as The 78) back in 2016. On Tuesday, it broke ground for the Chicago Fire’s new …
2 months, 3 weeks ago