- Former congresswoman wins primary to take back former suburban Chicago seat March 18, 2026Former Rep. Melissa Bean won the Democratic primary in Illinois’ 8th District, staging a comeback more than a decade after losing her suburban Chicago seat.
- Democrat Patty García gains party’s nomination after controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent March 18, 2026Democrat Patty García glided to her party’s nomination for Illinois Congressional District 4 after a controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent Rep. Jesús “Chuy" García.
- Illinois Republicans select Don Tracy in primary elections for Sen. Durbin's seat March 18, 2026Illinois Republicans chose their nominee for Dick Durbin's open Senate seat, setting up November showdown in traditionally Democrat-dominated state.
- As 2028 buzz builds, Pritzker draws Republican challenger in showdown for Illinois governor March 18, 2026Gov. JB Pritzker, who aims to make history as the first Democrat to win three terms as Illinois governor, learns which Republican he'll face off against in this autumn's election
- Pittsburgh police officers accused of ignoring ICE agents’ struggle with suspect March 18, 2026Pittsburgh police were allegedly told to stand down as ICE agents struggled with a suspect during a detention attempt. The chief has launched an investigation into the claims.
- Cesar Chavez Day canceled by unions after 'troubling' sexual allegations against civil rights leader March 18, 2026Abuse allegations against women and minors prompted United Farm Workers to cancel upcoming birthday celebrations for civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.