Illinois State Sen. Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) is running for re-election to represent the state's 35th District, vowing to prioritize law-abiding taxpayers over non-citizens.

Gov. JB Pritzker announced his running mate today for his re-election campaign, former Deputy Governor Christian Mitchell. Mitchell will serve as Lieutenant Governor, following current Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton's move to run for U.S. Senate, if Pritzker wins re-election.

Gov. JB Pritzker has announced the selection former state representative and deputy governor Christian Mitchell as his running mate for lieutenant governor. Mitchell served as a state legislator from 2013 to 2019.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker seeks a third term as Illinois governor, emphasizing balanced budgets, minimum wage increases and abortion rights protection while becoming a vocal Democratic critic of President Donald Trump.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker to seek third term in Illinois amid 2028 presidential speculation, continuing his role as a leading Democratic voice against Trump administration.

Pritzker said at his announcement Thursday that his goal in 2026 is to preserve his legacy and “protect” the story of Illinois that’s been written under his leadership. Pritzker didn’t outline a bold vision for his third term but rather pledged to build off what he has already accomplished.

The countdown is on for who Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker thinks should be his lieutenant governor because the job of governor “may come” to them.

The Democratic incumbent returned to the Grand Crossing Park Field House where he launched his first run for governor in 2017, making his case for another term.

Gov. JB Pritzker is officially running for a third term — but his launch message leaves little doubt he’s keeping a White House run in play for 2028.