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Matt Mahan, a moderate Democrat who serves as mayor of San Jose, Calif., is entering the crowded race for California governor ...

Mayor Brandon Johnson defended Jason Lee’s work on Jasmine Crockett’s campaign, saying the nation and Chicago need Crockett ...

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.

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San José Mayor Matt Mahan announced he is running for California governor, joining an already crowded field.

Promising to fight back against the Trump administration, a Chicago alderman has officially announced his run for Congress.

The Burlington native’s exhaustive look at the Vermont socialist senator’s formative years offers the definitive origin story of a unique political career.

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Leading Democratic candidate Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi faced strong opposition from Illinois Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton during ...