Illinois, Chicago

7 Illinois counties vote in favor of exploring secession from Chicago
The citizens of seven Illinois counties have voted to consider splitting from the state's most populous county, Cook County, which is home to Chicago.
Some Illinois voters to weigh split from Chicago in nonbinding secession vote
The nonbinding advisory referendums, which include Madison County, are seen by advocates as a way to quantify discontent with the direction of Illinois’ state government. Critics say actually forming a new state is far-fetched.
Seven counties to vote on forming 'New Illinois' without Cook County this election
Seven Illinois counties will vote on a non-binding resolution this election to begin exploring forming a new state without Cook County.
Illinois voters are being asked whether to leave Chicago behind
Voters in Madison County and other places around Illinois will be asked whether a new state should be formed out of downstate and leave Cook County by itself.
Seven counties vote in favor to separate from Cook County
In last night’s election results, seven more Illinois counties voted in favor of separating from Cook County and Chicago, bringing the total to 33.
Seven Illinois counties vote in favor of secession, splitting from Cook County
The citizens of seven additional Illinois counties have voted to consider splitting from Chicago and Cook County and forming a new state. All seven counties that had a ballot question, asking voters if they wanted to explore secession,
7 Illinois counties vote to explore seceding from state
Another group of Illinois counties has voted to explore whether they should secede from the state, citing significant differences with Cook County and suburban voters.
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Why is the county named after President James Madison?
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2024 Election: Madison County Results
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Optimism for both parties turns to cheers for Madison County Republicans
Republicans win all Madison County Board seats, while Democrats remain optimistic despite losses.
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Record-breaking rainfall floods Madison County, sets new November records
Heavy rain led to flooding in the Edwardsville and Glen Carbon areas and set records on back to back days for the most rain ...
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Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office Will Deploy Teams to Ensure Election Integrity
EDWARDSVILLE - Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine announced today that his office will again deploy teams of Assistant ...
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Separation vote passes in Madison & Jersey
While only a symbolic vote, Madison and Jersey County voters have resoundingly told whoever will listen that they want to ...
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Madison County, Illinois election results 2024
Madison County voters are selecting local candidates ... but they are running unopposed. RELATED: Illinois general election 2024: Voter guide for St. Louis area Polls are open from 6 a.m. to ...
What’s on the November ballot in Madison County?
As voters in Madison County prepare to hit the polls for the November general election, here’s a guide for voters in the area ...