Does Gov. J.B. Pritzker Suck?

January 25, 2023 by Sarah Steimer

The governor isn’t making any friends in Southern Illinois with his laws on guns, abortion, and the environment.

Poll Positions

January 25, 2023January 23, 2023 by Lynette Smith

Will Johnson of the Harris Poll on why politicians would be wise to soften their arch stances.

January 23, 2023January 20, 2023 by Sarah Steimer

Sophia King made a positive impression, while Willie Wilson made Paul Vallas look progressive.

January 23, 2023January 16, 2023 by Lynette Smith

Redrawn wards, a rash of retirements, and candidates trading on Dad’s name create intrigue and opportunity in this month’s aldermanic elections.

January 9, 2023 by Sarah Steimer

St. Louis has more in common with Chicago, and Southern Illinois finds Missouri far more relatable.

January 16, 2023January 4, 2023 by Sarah Steimer

As we creep closer to election day, we take a deeper look at the candidates in the race.

January 4, 2023December 12, 2022 by Lynette Smith

Democratic socialists see the upcoming City Council elections as a chance to build an influential bloc.

November 22, 2022November 22, 2022 by Sarah Steimer

In his new book, Wilfredo Cruz explores how Latinos have become a political force in the city.

November 18, 2022November 17, 2022 by Sarah Steimer

The ballot is starting to take shape, and we’re here with our hot takes on the official and potential candidates.

November 10, 2022November 9, 2022 by Sarah Steimer

According to Pritzker, Republicans have lost Illinois because Illinois has always resisted extremism.