This is Illinois, which is a place of sharp elbows and rough-and-tumble politics. I can’t tell you that doesn’t seep into the natural process of a statewide election.” -- Rep. Nikki Budzinski.

Some of the biggest figures in Illinois politics are preparing to leave the scene, paving the way for a seismic shift in the landscape.

Former Mayor and U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel last month also said he’s considering his own political future, which could include Illinois races and the presidential race in 2028.

CHICAGO (CNI) - Longtime U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois, the No. 2 Democrat in the Senate, announced he will retire after his term ends in January 2027. “I truly love the job of being United ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Longtime Democratic Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois said Wednesday that ... of people who are going to highly ambitious political people who are going to want to run for different ...

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has endorsed Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton for the Senate. 32,963 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?32,963 people played the ...

Breaking promises, Bruce Rauner signed a bill wildly out of step with the state’s voters. If you’re from Illinois, you’re accustomed to, and therefore not surprised by, politicians making ...

(The Center Square) – Elected officials around the state are keeping a close eye on public transit negotiations at the Illinois Capitol. Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chicago Mayor ...

as well as the political muscle to spur Stratton’s chances. “Over the past six years, I’ve had the privilege of working with Juliana Stratton, one of Illinois’ fiercest fighters for ...