Chicagoans voted against a property tax hike aimed at combating homelessness, dealing a setback to Mayor Johnson and progressive supporters of the measure.

Justice Joy Cunningham wins the primary race for her seat on the Illinois Supreme Court, defeating Appellate Judge Jesse Reyes. She gained the majority vote and is endorsed by the Democratic Party.

Biden and Trump won the Illinois presidential primary, setting up a potential rematch in the upcoming election. Biden won with 91.4% of Democratic votes, and Trump secured 80% in the GOP primary.

Eileen O’Neill Burke leads Clayton Harris III by a slim margin in the Democratic primary for Cook County State's Attorney, with mail-in ballots still to be counted.

Chicago sues gun manufacturer Glock, alleging its pistols can be easily modified into illegal machine guns, contributing to city violence. The lawsuit leverages the Firearms Industry Responsibility Act.

Lorenzo Davis, a former IPRA investigator, was awarded $1.1 million by an Illinois court after being fired for refusing to alter his findings on unjustified police shootings.

The article discusses the low voter turnout in Chicago's primary election and the divisive Bring Chicago Home referendum proposing a tax to address homelessness.

Clinée Hedspeth was appointed to lead Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, pursuing cultural growth and inclusivity in the city's vibrant arts scene.

Attorney General Kwame Raoul deploys over 190 personnel to monitor Illinois polling places during the primary election, ensuring voting rights are protected and providing hotlines for reporting issues.

The primaries for Illinois' 7th Congressional District are underway, with candidates challenging incumbent Congressman Danny Davis. Contenders argue for change, citing a need for new representation and resources, particularly to address gun violence.

Illinois voters can cast their ballots for various local and national races on March 19th, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., with registration available on primary day. High interest is in the Cook County State's Attorney race and congressional seats.

Illinois Governor Pritzker announced a $5 million Home Illinois Workforce Pilot Program to help the homeless achieve job readiness, with application details on the state's website and an upcoming guidance webinar.

Chicago Mayor Johnson announced policy extensions for shelter stays, prioritizing families and vulnerable populations, amidst a measles outbreak that prompted vaccination mandates and quarantine measures in shelters.