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Demonstrators protest as Trump visits Bolingbrook
By Marni Pyke
Sep 28, 2016 9:52 PM - Donald Trump's visit to the suburbs Wednesday was peaceful but plenty of tense verbal exchanges reflected national divides in the presidential election. About 200 people demonstrated outside the Bolingbrook Golf Club where Trump spoke to a packed crowd at an exclusive fundraiser sponsored by Mayor Roger Claar.
GOP incumbent state representative spends big to keep seat
By Christopher Placek
Sep 28, 2016 5:45 PM - A 20-year Republican state representative is spending big to retain his seat against a Democratic anti-O'Hare noise activist in what has quickly become the most expensive race for General Assembly in the state.
Analysis: Trump stumbles into Clinton's trap by feuding with Latina beauty queen
James Hohmann
Sep 28, 2016 10:07 AM - It might be Hillary Clinton's most cunning move since the start of the general election. The Democratic nominee set a trap for Donald Trump in the final minutes of the first debate, and he walked right into it. The GOP nominee's decision to take the bait and rehash his past attacks of a former Miss Universe for gaining too much weight is now dominating the conversation.
Will County ballots feature four countywide races
By Marie Wilson
Sep 28, 2016 9:16 AM - See who's running for four contested countywide seats in Will County: chief executive, circuit clerk, auditor and recorder of deeds.
48th House candidates bring different political experience to the table
By Jessica Cilella
Sep 28, 2016 5:15 AM - Rep. Peter Breen and retired Lutheran pastor Steve Swanson bring vastly different political experiences to the table in the race for the 48th House District.
Lincolnshire trustee petitions now available
Submitted by village of Lincolnshire
Sep 27, 2016 5:46 PM - Nominating petitions are available for residents interested in running for three Lincolnshire village board trustee seats on the ballot in the April 4, 2017 consolidated election.
Aurora church to host voter registration Thursday
Submitted by Wesley United Methodist Church
Sep 27, 2016 3:28 PM - Need to register to vote? Voter registration will be offered Thursday, Sept. 29, at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Trump's favorite humblebrag: Wealthy, but 'not in a braggadocious way'
Ben Guarino
Sep 27, 2016 12:11 PM - At one point during Monday night's debate, Republican nominee Donald Trump described the wealth he says he has. "I have a tremendous income," Trump said. "And the reason I say that is not in a braggadocious way." What is striking about that statement is the use of the word braggadocious.
5 big opportunities Trump missed in first debate
Jose A. DelReal
Sep 27, 2016 11:03 AM - Donald Trump's suggestion Tuesday morning that he may "hit" Hillary Clinton harder during the next presidential debate came amid intense criticism, much of it from fellow Republicans, over his failure to effectively prosecute a case against his rival. Here are five glaring opportunities the GOP nominee missed at the first debate.
Trump: My strongest asset 'is my temperament'
Katie Zezima
Sep 27, 2016 10:58 AM - As Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton sparred over foreign policy during the debate, Trump was asked about his judgment when it came to the Iraq war. Moderator Lester Holt wanted to know: how was his judgment about the war different from that of Clinton.

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Hillary Clinton’s Chicago fundraiser expects to yield $4 million

Updated Sep 29, 2016 11:32 AM

Hillary Clinton hits hometown Chicago Wednesday for two fundraisers expected to yield $4 million for her presidential bid, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.

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U.S. Congress

Dold slams Iran nuke deal, Schneider says enforce it

Posted Sep 26, 2016 5:30 AM

Republican U.S. Rep. Bob Dold calls the United States’ nuclear agreement with Iran “a historic mistake.” His Democratic challenger, Brad Schneider, doesn’t like the deal either but says it must be enforced.

Illinois Executive

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Illinois Legislature

Cut budget or raise taxes? State budget divides 42nd House candidates

Updated Sep 29, 2016 2:11 PM

One candidate for the 42nd District state House seat favors getting more revenue to balance the state budget, while the other says making cuts is the best route.

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Cook County

Cook County clerk leads voter registration drive Tuesday

Updated Sep 26, 2016 1:37 PM

Cook County Clerk David Orr and his staff will take part in a number of voter registration events throughout Chicago and the suburbs Tuesday as part of National Voter Registration Day.

DuPage County

Four candidates seek two seats in DuPage County Board Dist. 5

Updated Sep 23, 2016 5:57 PM

Get acquainted with the four candidates seeking two seats representing District 5 on the DuPage County board.

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Lake County

Lake County ballots online

Updated Sep 29, 2016 7:30 PM

Lake County registered voters can preview their Nov. 8 ballot online. Each web visitor will need to confirm his or her voter registration status at LakeVoterPower.info and click on the “What is on my Ballot?” tab to preview a personalized ballot.

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Will County

Will County ballots feature four countywide races

Updated Sep 28, 2016 9:16 AM

See who’s running for four contested countywide seats in Will County: chief executive, circuit clerk, auditor and recorder of deeds.

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