Emanuel “Chris” Welch is the winner in the Democratic Primary for 7th District State Representative and will now be on the ballot as the Democratic … Read more ›
Elections
From the community
Good Week for 7th District Candidate: First Son Born & Election Attorneys Say ‘Lead Insurmountable'
As vote counters toiled over ballots at the Cook County Clerk's Office to see who would become the 7th District's next State Representative, the lead … Read more ›
Suburban roundup: Voters come out strong for electricity choice
A significant majority of nearly 300 municipalities and counties approved referendum measures Tuesday that will allow officials to negotiate electricity rates with alternative suppliers in … Read more ›
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From the community
7th District Women Stand Up for Welch: Women’s Committee Pledges Support
Illinois’ 7th District is filled with women who stand up as community leaders and strong community advocates. A group of those women have come together … Read more ›
From the community
Down to the Wire: Welch Earns More Strong Union Endorsements in 7th District Race
With elections only a day away, Emanuel "Chris" Welch has accepted his 25th endorsement. This one comes from yet another one of Illinois' strongest union … Read more ›
Santorum, Romney fight for conservative voters in Illinois
In a battle for conservative voters, Republican presidential candidates Rick Santorum and Mitt Romney focused today on Downstate Illinois, far from the biggest media market … Read more ›
From the community
7th District Religious Leaders Rally Around Emanuel "Chris" Welch in 7th District State Rep. Race
A strong group of religious leaders in Illinois' 7th District have announced their support for 7th District State Rep. candidate, Emanuel "Chris" Welch (D). The … Read more ›
From the community
7th District Religious Leaders Rally Around Emanuel "Chris" Welch in 7th District State Rep. Race
A strong group of religious leaders in Illinois' 7th District have announced their support for 7th District State Rep. candidate, Emanuel "Chris" Welch (D). The … Read more ›
Suburban Republican early voting is up only slightly despite presidential race
Despite a closely contested Illinois presidential primary, early voting among suburban Republican voters is up only marginally from four years ago — a sign that … Read more ›






