Politicians still have time to throw their hats into one of the rings, but here are the top candidates for several US House districts next year in Illinois.

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.

Pritzker’s selection, made just days after announcing a third campaign for governor, comes from a close circle of trust in Pritzker’s administration. Mitchell previously served in the governor’s offic

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.

Tucked away in a spacious eventroom in Skokie’s Sketchbook Brewing Company on Sunday afternoon, residents of Illinois’ 9th Congressional District shared drinks, laughs and conversations with eight prospective Democratic candidates who could rewrite the district’s political future for years to come.

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.

Gov. JB Pritzker officially announced his re-election campaign in a news release June 26, and kicked it off with visits to Chicago, Rockford, Peoria and Springfield.