WTTW’s 2020 Voter Guide is your comprehensive library of resources for the General Election on November 3. Browse this platform for a snapshot of each ward’s candidates and demographics, and explainers for the key races including the U.S. Senate; Congressional districts 1 through 11, 14, and 16; Cook County Circuit Court Clerk; and Cook County State’s Attorney. You will find candidate profiles; recorded video messages* from the candidates stating their positions, searchable by race or candidate; a map of Illinois searchable by district; and links to ongoing political coverage from WTTW News. This Voter Guide was produced with help from the League of Women Voters of Cook County. Find your polling location for voting on election day.
*Candidates were given two minutes to tell voters where they stand on the issues, why they feel they are best qualified and what they intend to do if elected or reelected. The messages were recorded via Zoom or at the WTTW studios at no cost to the candidates.
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WTTW News Election Coverage
Meet the 5 Republicans Hoping to Take on Sen. Dick Durbin
Five Republican candidates are vying to take on Illinois’ long-serving and well-funded incumbent senior senator, Dick Durbin, who is running for a fifth term this fall. All five join “Chicago Tonight” for a candidate forum.
What to Watch as 14 States Vote in Super Tuesday Primaries
The Democratic presidential candidates are racing toward the biggest day on the primary calendar, when 14 states vote on Super Tuesday.
Expanded Vote-by-Mail System Debuts in Time for March Primary
Elections board spokesman Jim Allen said a new tracking system will allow voters to follow their ballot every step of the way.
Cook County Circuit Court Judge Candidates Ranked by 3 Bar Associations
To help navigate the options, three local bar associations have screened and ranked each candidate. Here are their recommendations.
Spotlight Politics: Countdown to the March 17 Primary
In less than three weeks, Illinois voters will go to the polls. Will the state have a big role in weeding out the Democratic presidential field? And how will the contentious race for Cook County state’s attorney shake out?
Debate Takeaways: Bernie Bruised But Not Broken
Democrats held their final debate before the South Carolina presidential primary and the critical Super Tuesday contests that follow three days later.
Debating Illinois’ Proposed Graduated Income Tax
Supporters argue a new tax structure proposed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker will even the playing field between the wealthy and everyone else. But opponents say it could drive more residents and businesses out of Illinois.
Gloves Come Off in Democratic Debate Over Medicare for All
One particular issue keeps rising to the top of voters’ concerns this primary season. Medicare for All took center stage at the democratic debate in Las Vegas this week – and the candidates pulled no punches.
Takeaways from the Democratic Debate
Six Democratic presidential hopefuls met on the debate stage in Las Vegas, but it was the newcomer, former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg, who received the most attention, and none of it positive.
Early Voting is Underway for the 2020 March Primary
Early voting is underway at 50 neighborhood sites and the city’s downtown “super site.” Here’s everything you need to know.