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Battle for power at the Illinois Statehouse

Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
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Mark Thompson has spent over a decade highlighting community stories across Chicago. He graduated from Northwestern University and has contributed to various local outlets, including Chicago Reader, focusing on grassroots initiatives and neighborhood developments.

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Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 12:21 AM · 1 min read
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Battle for power at the Illinois Statehouse — Chicago Community news

On Tuesday, voters will pick members of the Illinois General Assembly. All 118 House seats are up for election, and 29 of the 59 seats in the Senate are up for grabs. Massive amounts of cash are being spent in several contests, as Democrats look to expand their supermajorities, while Republicans try to gain ground. [...]

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