Welcome to our 2026 midterm voting guide with info on casting your ballot and key races in Chicago and across Illinois. State of play: From statewide contests to local judicial races, there's a lot to sort through this election season. We've broken down the essentials to help you make informed decisions before Election Day on Nov. 3. How to vote Illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios. Stock: Getty Images Early voting started Oct. 1 and kicked into...

In their only scheduled debate, Republican Don Tracy defended Trump’s war with Iran and tariffs and branded Democrat Juliana Stratton a socialist. Stratton vowed to check presidential power and called for abolishing ICE.

Illinois Lt. Gov. Stratton and Tracy weighed in on topics from Iran to clean energy to the differing needs of northern and southern Illinois.