Local Politics
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Newcomer, experienced write-in candidate square off in Lake County District 17Mar 02, 2026 6:19 pm - The Republican primary contest to represent District 17 on the Lake County Board comes with a twist for voters as newcomer Joe Salvi faces a write-in challenge from Eleanor Sweet McDonnell, North Barrington village president since 2019.
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Early voting kicks into high gear as more polls open across the suburbsMar 02, 2026 6:13 pm - The primary election is still a couple of weeks away, but those looking to put campaign season in their rear-view mirrors until fall hit the polls Monday as widespread early voting opened across the suburbs.
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Feud with county board a key issue in DuPage County clerk primary raceMar 02, 2026 12:39 pm - Finances and elections are among the top issues in the Democratic primary for DuPage County clerk. Incumbent Jean Kaczmarek is seeking her third term and is being challenged by Paula Deacon Garcia, a DuPage County Board member.
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Endorsement: Pollock for Kane County ClerkMar 02, 2026 12:11 pm - The Daily Herald endorses Brian Pollock for the Democratic nomination for Kane County clerk.
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Two seek Democratic nomination for Kane District 11Mar 02, 2026 11:46 am - Two people are seeking the Democratic Party nomination for the Kane County Board seat representing District 11.
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A year after long delays, Cook County tax bills go out on timeMar 02, 2026 10:04 am - After monthslong delays in mailing tax bills last year created havoc for property owners and local governments in Cook County, officials announced Monday that this year’s bills are out on time.
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Suburban leaders: Reduction in local share of state income taxes could affect services, force tax hikesFeb 28, 2026 11:30 am - Local governments are crying foul in the wake of Gov. JB Pritzker’s proposed cut of their share of the state income tax in 2027.
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Gabriella Hoxie: 2026 candidate Cook County Board District 15Feb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Gabriella Hoxie is a Republican running for Cook County Board District 15 in the March 17 primary.
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Martha Davidson: 2026 candidate for Kane County Board District 2 (2-year term)Feb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Martha Davidson of North Aurora is running for the Democratic nomination for the Kane County Board District 2 (2-year term) in the March 17, 2026 primary election.
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Leslie N. Juby: 2026 candidate for Kane County Board District 11Feb 28, 2026 4:00 am - Leslie N. Juby of Geneva is running for the Democratic nomination for the Kane County Board District 11 in the March 17 primary election.