Reflecting voter angst over President Donald Trump, Democrats scored major election victories in suburbs critical for rebuilding the state GOP.

The BriefVoters in several Cook, Will, DuPage, and other counties are deciding on local offices and key referenda.The races include village presidents, mayors, and important public policy questions, such as video gaming cafes and property taxes.

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and 18 other attorneys general filed a lawsuit Thursday against the Trump administration over an executive order President Trump signed in March

Public concern over a controversial development in Sugar Grove continues, as evidenced by Tuesday’s unofficial election results.

Many Chicago-area residents will have an opportunity to cast ballots in a series of municipal elections this April, which could have significant day-to-day impacts.

President Trump announced his long-awaited plan for foreign tariffs. The decision has been criticized by Democrats, businesses and economists. It comes on the heels of an election this week that raised concerns for Republicans.

Illinois voters made their voices heard in the 2025 consolidated election. Here are the results for some key races and measures News 8 was tracking.

The Illinois Consolidated Election will be held on Tuesday, April 1st, 2025. Here are the items on the ballot:

Illinois State Board of Elections spokesman Matt Dietrich said the agency was aware of the order but that it would have no bearing on the April 1 elections. He said the agency was waiting on changes to state or federal law — which executive orders cannot make — to update guidance for local

Illinois’ consolidated elections will take place on Tuesday across the state, with a host of local races on the ballot.

Illinois voters will head to the polls on Tuesday to vote on several local races and ballot measures impacting education and public safety.