illinois election 2026

Beginning Oct. 1, states will be responsible for 75% of the administrative cost of operating SNAP, up from the previous 50% share. Illinois budget officials estimate that change will cost the state approximately $80 million more each year. #snap #foodstamps

Schofield brings more than 20 years of experience in state and local government, according to the campaign. She currently serves as president of the McHenry County Mental Health Board and as a vice chair of the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning. #equality #independent

According to the Will County Clerk’s Office, officials are continuing to follow applicable state and federal election laws and have not identified any changes resulting from the Supreme Court’s action that would affect the upcoming Illinois general election. #willcounty #mail #supremecourt

GOP gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey, who trails far behind Pritzker in fundraising, said Thursday Pritzker’s billionaire status can only help him so much. #centersquare #statefair #finance

According to the material provided, Bailey spoke at the conference alongside Hank Kunneman, a pastor and self-described prophet associated with One Voice Ministries, as well as Richard Jones, whom LGBTQ Nation identified as a registered sex offender. #darrenbailey #conferennce #lgbtq

Pierce added that the incident highlights broader concerns about the way Illinois’ congressional districts are drawn. #election