Special Election
Kelly Wins Dem. Primary For Ex-Rep. Jackson Jr.’s Seat
Former Illinois legislator Robin Kelly captured the Democratic nomination Tuesday in the race to replace disgraced ex-U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., after a truncated campaign season where she got a boost from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s super PAC.
Fire Closes Chicago Heights Polling Station
A polling place in Lincoln Heights was forced to close because of a nearby fire, according to a release from the Cook County Clerk’s office.
Early Voting Begins For 2nd District, Suburban Races
Early voting has begun for the February 26 special election to fill the seat of resigned Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr, but WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore reports it’s not the only seat up for grabs in the Chicago area.
22 Candidates Enter Race For Jackson’s Empty Seat In Congress
As expected, there is a very crowded field of candidates vying to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in Congress. Seventeen Democrats and five Republicans met Monday evening’s deadline to file nominating petitions to run for the 2nd Congressional District seat in the upcoming special election.
Candidates Begin Filing Petitions To Run For Jackson Jr.’s Seat
More than half a dozen Democrats turned in candidacy petitions Thursday to the Illinois Board of Elections.
Trotter Drops Bid For Jackson Jr.’s Seat In Congress
State Sen. Donne Trotter has decided to end his bid to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.
Jonathan Jackson Not Running For Jesse Jr.’s Vacant Seat In Congress
“It’s not for me, and certainly elected office is not for me at this time,” Jonathan Jackson said on Tuesday.
Election For Congressman Jackson’s Seat Scheduled For April 9
The special election to replace former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. will be held April 9.
Lawmakers Give Early OK To Change In Vote Date For Jackson Seat
Illinois lawmakers have given preliminary approval to a plan to hold the special election for former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.’s House seat on April 9.
Quinn To Set Date For Jackson Jr. Special Election
Monday is the deadline for Governor Quinn to set dates for the special election to replace Jesse Jackson Jr.
Race To Replace Jackson Could Be ‘Wild, Wild West’
A crowded field could line up to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in Congress, once a special election is set up to fill his seat following his resignation on Wednesday.
Orr To Ask Judge To Adjust Schedule For Special Election To Replace Jackson
Now that Jesse Jackson Jr. has resigned his seat in Congress, Gov. Pat Quinn must set the date for an election to fill the seat. Cook County Clerk David Orr has a plan — and hopes the courts will go along.
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