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March 17

Pritzker scores big: Stratton wins Illinois Senate primary in test of governor’s clout

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, backed by Gov. JB Pritzker, wins Democratic Senate primary, moving closer to becoming the fifth Black woman elected to U.S. Senate in history.

March 17

Former congresswoman wins primary to take back former suburban Chicago seat

Former Rep. Melissa Bean won the Democratic primary in Illinois’ 8th District, staging a comeback more than a decade after losing her suburban Chicago seat.

March 17

Democrat Patty García gains party’s nomination after controversial last-minute dropout by incumbent

Democrat 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.

March 17

Illinois Republicans select Don Tracy in primary elections for Sen. Durbin's seat

Illinois Republicans chose their nominee for Dick Durbin's open Senate seat, setting up November showdown in traditionally Democratic-dominated state.

March 17

As 2028 buzz builds, Pritzker draws Republican challenger in showdown for Illinois governor

Gov. 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

March 17

Ex-Planned Parenthood board member beats out former congressman, state senator for Dem House bid

Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller won the Democratic primary for an Illinois congressional seat, defeating Jesse Jackson Jr. and Robert Peters in a competitive race.

March 17

Man claiming CIA ties allegedly tries to slit commuter’s throat in unprovoked train attack

Zakir Ibrahim charged with attempted murder after authorities say he tried to slash commuter's throat at Chicago Union Station while claiming to be CIA agent.

March 17

Michigan synagogue attacker's ex-wife warned 911 operator he was 'not stable' as assault began

Ex-wife warned 911 that Michigan man was "mentally unstable" before he allegedly rammed car into Temple Israel synagogue and fired shots at security.

March 17

Federal judge strikes down Ten Commandments displays in several Arkansas school districts

Federal judge blocks Arkansas Ten Commandments law for several school districts, ruling classroom mandate violates church-state separation.

March 17

Employee crushed to death in horror industrial accident after press machine unexpectedly turns on

Ohio Ford employee Gregory Knopf, 61, reportedly died after being crushed by a malfunctioning press machine at Sharonville transmission plant Monday.