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Published on 04:40 GMT

Governor Pritzker Proclaims October 2026 Illinois IP Month; Illinois IP Alliance (ILIPA) Celebration Set for Oct. 29

Fourth annual Illinois IP Month Celebration by the Illinois IP Alliance features three panels, dinner and networking. Free with advance registration. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Governor JB Pritzker has …

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Published on 04:25 GMT

Student guide for General Election voting

With elections coming up, it is important for students to know the voting resources available to them. The 2026 General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Students can check their Illinois voter registration online. Registration can occur online or same day …

Source: The Vidette - Illinois - Neutral
Published on 07:44 GMT

Illinois needs batteries. Will a new incentive program help?

Illinois has built out large amounts of renewables in the past decade to reach its mandate of 100% clean energy by 2050. So far, though, it has lagged on building battery storage, which advocates say is especially necessary now as data center development …

Source: Canary Media - Center-left
Published on 03:49 GMT

Donalds, Moody rally Broward crowd, cast election as choice between ‘common sense’ and ‘socialism’

WESTON, Fla. — U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds told supporters Friday that with 18 days until Election Day, Florida will once again reject the Democratic Party, which he described as a party now built around socialism. He also called his opponent, David Jolly, a “ …

Source: Florida’s Voice - Right-wing
Published on 07:14 GMT

Sportsbook-Backed PACs Restart Ad Effort for Midterm Elections

Political action committees backed by big US sportsbook operators are back on the air with ads as the November 3 midterm elections draw closer. The groups are targeting state-level contests as lawmakers prepare to make choices that could shape the future …

Source: Gambling News - New York - Neutral
Published on 07:50 GMT

Texas election markets draw big money as lawmakers weigh oversight

A Texas Senate race has become one of Kalshi’s biggest election markets. As of Oct. 16, the platform showed more than $30 million in trading volume for the race. That number tracks the value of contracts traded over time. It doesn’t tell us how many people …

Source: WOAI - Texas - Center-right
Published on 07:20 GMT

Get Covered Illinois offers special enrollment period for 9,300 Illinoisans who were kicked off Medicaid

Special enrollment period through Dec. 31 offers access to premium tax credits for qualified enrollees and retroactive coverage for the rest of 2026 By Tribune Staff • Due to President Trump’s Budget Bill (H.R. 1), thousands of lawfully present immigrants …

Source: The Troy Times Tribune - Illinois - Pending
Published on 03:05 GMT

NAACP Decatur Branch to Host Free Political Forum October 24

October 18, 2026 – The NAACP Decatur IL Branch will host a free family-friendly political forum Saturday, October 24, ahead of the November 3 election. The event, organized by the branch’s Political Action Committee, will run from 2 to 5 p.m. at the …

Source: Now Decatur - Illinois - Pending
Published on 01:11 GMT

Video Stub for Tony Lo Sasso on Healthcare Costs as a Top Issue for Voters

Frederica Freyberg: What are the most important issues to voters? The Marquette Law School poll consistently shows cost of living as number one. Immigration, number two, and health care as the number three top issue. There’s a lot driving the cost of …

Source: PBS Wisconsin - Public Broadcaster
Published on Oct 18, 2026

Letter: Corbett is strong alternative to Pritzker or Bailey for governor

Thank you for printing the two fine articles you published on the opinion page recently concerning the third and relatively unknown third-party candidate for governor, Collin Corbett. He comes across as smart, articulate, not beholden to any political …

Source: Shaw Local - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Oct 18, 2026

It’s Not Just Congress That’s At Stake: Here Are Major Ballot Initiatives Voters Will Decide On In Midterms

Voters will cast ballots on several ballot initiatives addressing voter identification, abortion, data centers and other issues in the 2026 election cycle. More than 140 total measures across 40 states plan to touch on some of the most hot-button issues in …

Source: The Daily Caller - Right-wing
Published on Oct 18, 2026

Republicans confront anger from their own red state voters ahead of midterms

(CNN) — GOP operatives conducting a focus group in a traditionally red Midwestern state this month were taken aback by what they heard from their own party’s voters. Asked what they blamed for rising gas prices, those voters pointed to “corrupt politicians …

Source: Apple Valley News Now (KAPP) - Washington State - Pending
Published on Oct 18, 2026

No Kings rallies in Aurora, Denver across US urge voters to cast midterm ballots early

No Kings protest, which drew about 1,000 people, on Parker Road and South Havana Street in Aurora Oct. 17, 2026. PHOTO BY NANCY JACKSON VIA FACEBOOK AURORA | Rallies organized by the No Kings network opposed to President Donald Trump were held Saturday in …

Source: The Sentinel Colorado - Center-left
Published on 01:11 GMT

Video Stub for Here & Now for October 16, 2026

Announcer: The following program is a PBS Wisconsin original production. This program is part of our “Here & Now” 2026 election coverage. Frederica Freyberg: The midterm elections approach and voters get serious about how they’ll cast their ballot, …

Source: PBS Wisconsin - Public Broadcaster
Published on Oct 18, 2026

Third party Illinois candidates claim collusion prevented debate appearances

(The Center Square) – Third-party candidates in multiple statewide races are criticizing their leading opponents and a Chicago area PBS station after being excluded from the only debates in their races ahead of election day. Both Independent party …

Source: The Center Square - Illinois - Right-wing
Published on Oct 18, 2026

The first performance by a Beatle in America was in Illinois: Benton keeps its historical footnote alive

In late summer 1963, John Lennon flew to France for vacation. Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr headed to Greece for a few weeks. And George Harrison traveled to rural Illinois. The Beatles, not yet known in America, were already inspiring hysteria across …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right
Published on Oct 18, 2026

John T. Shaw: How the Illinois congressional delegation can avoid endless brawling

Doubtless, when the midterm elections are over and the next Congress convenes in January, fierce partisanship and angry polarization will continue unabated in the United States. This is the age of contention in American politics. It’s also likely that the …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right
Published on Oct 18, 2026

Illinois Democrats wrestle with how hard to fight Trump if they retake Congress

WASHINGTON — Illinois Democrats may be savoring the possibility their party could retake the U.S. House, and possibly the Senate, after next month’s elections, but the state’s likely incoming and returning lawmakers are split on how aggressively to use …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right
Published on Oct 18, 2026

In Paris, Illinois, Trump’s ICE raids came home ‘when it happened to Jose’

PARIS, Ill. – In his dreams, Jose Fiscal Belli is still living an all-American life with his all-American family. Each day, he comes home to his wife, a hazel-eyed, small-town preacher’s daughter. Together, they raise four children and run the Main Street …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on October 18, 2026 - 16:33 GMT

Vance Will Not Rule Out Skipping 2028 Run as GOP Frontrunner

(MENAFN) US Vice President JD Vance said he has yet to decide whether he will seek the presidency in 2028 and conceded he might walk away, even though he is widely seen as a top contender to succeed President Donald Trump. Pressed by Tony Dokoupil of a US …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 14:40 GMT

Attorney General Hilgers Files U.S. Supreme Court Brief in Support of Parents’ Religious Rights

Lincoln - Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers filed an amicus brief in the United States Supreme Court supporting the religious rights of parents to object to vaccination requirements for their daughter who attends an online-only public school. Krystal …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 21:04 GMT

Attorney General Tong Blasts NextEra Energy for $4 Million White House Ballroom Donation

10/16/2026 (Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today blasted NextEra Energy following reports that the company gave $4 million last year to President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom reconstruction fund before seeking federal approval …

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Published on October 18, 2026 - 20:31 GMT

“Absolutely Not:” Amodei Confirms He Won’t Vote For Flippo to Replace Him in Congress

After months of scandals, lies uncovered, and blame deflected, outgoing Republican Congressman Mark Amodei has confirmed he will “absolutely not” vote for David Flippo. Stolen valor, refusing to file his personal financial disclosures and then giving the …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

ADAO CONTINUES TO PRESS FOR FULL DISCLOSURE OF WHITE HOUSE’S EAST WING ASBESTOS RECORDS

WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) today filed a new motion asking the DC federal district court to require further action on its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA …

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Published on October 15, 2026 - 17:30 GMT

White House Asks Guilfoyle to Step Down as US Ambassador to Greece

(MENAFN) The White House announced Tuesday that it had asked Kimberly Guilfoyle to step down as US ambassador to Greece following allegations involving gifts and claims that she sought payments in exchange for access to administration officials. During her …

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Published on October 18, 2026 - 16:40 GMT

Press Secretary Zacharia Leaving Days After First Briefing

(MENAFN) White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is “transitioning out” of her role, a White House official confirmed to a news agency on Friday, just days after she delivered her first briefing from the podium. The confirmation followed remarks by …

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Published on October 18, 2026 - 16:38 GMT

Trump Spokeswoman Zacharia Exits After 15-Minute Briefing Debut

(MENAFN) Katie Zacharia, the outgoing White House spokeswoman, publicly saluted President Donald Trump late Friday, saying it was an “honor to work for him.” “President Trump is a kind, wonderful, gracious, thoughtful, enthusiastic, and hardworking man. I …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 09:22 GMT

Airpower Foundation Champions Service Member & Veteran Healing Renewed Purpose Through Equine-Assisted Programs

Airpower Foundation Champions Service Member & Veteran Healing Renewed Purpose Through Equine-Assisted Programs DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Airpower Foundation is a leading voice and continues to …

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Published on October 17, 2026 - 17:20 GMT

GOOD DAD ACT FOUNDER DR. BERNARD WH JENNINGS FINISHES FIRST IN HIS GROUP IN NATIONAL “SUPER DAD” COMPETITION

Top finish in the national “Super Dad” competition reinforces Dr. Jennings’ mission to champion involved, present fatherhood through the Good Dad Act. MIAMI-DADE, FL, UNITED STATES, October 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Florida fatherhood …

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Published on October 17, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Helping a Hero Mourns Passing of Pastor Ben Graham Beloved Friend and Faithful Supporter of Americas Wounded Veterans

Brought Faith, Compassion, and Encouragement to Wounded Veterans and Their Families, Making Homecomings and New Beginnings Even More Meaningful BRANSON, MO, UNITED STATES, October 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Helping a Hero a national nonprofit …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 23:28 GMT

VERMONT AUTHOR LOUELLA BRYANT RELEASES UNTOLD STORY OF THE VIETNAM ERA'S LAST AMERICAN CASUALTY

A decade of research. Five young idealists. One Australian commune. And the true story of a young man who never came home with a foreword by Howard Dean VT, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Louella Bryant announces the …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 21:15 GMT

St. Genevieve Students Named Finalists in Three International Anthem Awards Categories

College-credit Leadership and Advocacy course earns international recognition as students engage government leaders and unite diverse school communities. PANORAMA CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Students at St. Genevieve …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 20:45 GMT

U.S. Trade Representative Greer and Former Australian Prime Minister Morrison Call on Faith Leaders to Shape Policy

Calling on faith communities to bring their moral vision and on-the-ground experience to the policies that shape the global economy and global development SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. Trade …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 20:00 GMT

Building Bridges Education Celebrates Record-Breaking HBCU Week, Connecting 3,000+ Students to College Opportunities

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building Bridges Education (BBE) today celebrated the close of HBCU Week 2026, a week of programming that brought HBCU leaders, educators, policymakers, and thousands of students …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 19:50 GMT

G20 Interfaith Forum Opening Ceremony Draws Largest Gathering of Interfaith Leaders in Utah History

Senior leaders of seven faith traditions addressed the Opening Ceremony at the Historic Tabernacle at Temple Square SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- President Dallin H. Oaks of The Church of Jesus Christ …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 19:16 GMT

12TH ANNUAL HAITI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL CALLS FOR SUBMISSIONS Celebration of Haitian Diasporic Film Bows 8/14/27

Theme for 2027: “Fanm Djanm: The Art of Resilient Women in Haitian Cinema” HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Haiti International Film Festival (HIFF) is now accepting submissions for its 12th annual show …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 18:40 GMT

ICYMI: Blood Cancer United’s Chief Medical Officer Urges Californians to Vote YES on Proposition 38

Dr. Gwen L. Nichols states immunotherapies are already saving lives and notes Prop 38 offers a smart response to federal cuts targeting medical research SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a guest opinion …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 18:09 GMT

Gov. Spencer Cox, Gov. David Beasley and Martin Luther King III Kick Off G20 Interfaith Forum Ask All to Disagree Better

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, former South Carolina Gov. David Beasley and Martin Luther King III urged faith communities to lead the way out of an era of contempt. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Stand Up for Science Traces the Surprising Story Behind Ozempic and Related Drugs in the Latest 'Traces Thursday'

Venom from a desert lizard, a hormone that vanishes in minutes & 40 years of persistence: the “overnight” weight loss drug revolution wasn’t overnight at all WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 13:16 GMT

Tomorrow: Virtual Rally Promotes Voting & Participation for All w/ Live Spanish Interpretation & Multi-Language Captions

Stand Up for Science’s Official No Kings Virtual & Accessible Get Out the Vote Rally features Stacey Abrams, Michael Lewis, & more, 17 days ahead of midterms. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Not …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 12:55 GMT

Manifestación Virtual Que Promueve El Voto Anticipado y la Participación de Todos, con Interpretación al Español En Vivo

La manifestación virtual y accesible "No Kings", organizada para promover el voto, contará con la participación de Stacey Abrams, la diputada Adelita Grijalva WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No todos …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 23:49 GMT

Trump-Vance Administration Leads Nationwide Coalition in Fighting War on Fraud

President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance are aggressively shutting down the waste, fraud, and abuse that has drained billions from American taxpayers. As head of the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, Vice President Vance this week …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 06:09 GMT

Quantisophy™ Opens Free Community Grid and 44 Ability Training Courses

The platform removes the gate from its community, Forum, Groups, Blogs, Courses, and 44 ability training programs. Only the instruments remain members-only. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quantisophy™, …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 18:05 GMT

Mayor Michelle Wu And Boston Parks And Recreation Celebrate Steven P. Odom Serenity Garden Improvements

Mayor Michelle Wu joined Boston Parks Commissioner Diana Fernandez Bibeau, Redefining Our Communities (ROC), elected officials, and the Dorchester community to cut the ribbon on the newly improved and renamed Steven P. Odom Serenity Garden in Dorchester on …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 18:05 GMT

City Announces Six Selectees of 2026 Community Clean Air Grant Program

A total of $1,028,871 will be distributed over the next two years to support six community-based projects. BOSTON – Thursday, October 15, 2026 – Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston’s Environment Department today announced the selectees of the 2026 …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 18:05 GMT

Traffic Advisory for October 16, 2026

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures. People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on …

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Published on October 16, 2026 - 05:34 GMT

Rachel Wahl’s New Book Explores What Political Dialogue Can Accomplish

“Keeping Our Enemies Closer” examines how people can respect someone they disagree with and offers guidance for conversations. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A political conversation can end without anyone …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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