I regret that this dispute over campaign accounting and contribution limits has taken up time we should spend on other issues.

With the 2026 elections rapidly approaching, I hope you will rely on The Intelligencer to provide you with the fair and accurate information needed so that you can cast your ballot with confidence. We want you to have everything you need to make an informed choice for the candidates you believe will best serve your family and community.

JB Pritzker announced his run for re-election on June 26, leading some to wonder if the state has term limits for governors. Here's what to know.

Former Representative Gauging Support for Run in 2026 After Prison Sentence for Campaign Finance Misuse Former Democratic Illinois Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., whose political career was derailed by a federal corruption conviction,