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New Des Plaines mayor Matt Bogusz, 26, is youngest in recent history

Matt Bogusz, 26, is Des Plaines' mayor-elect, the youngest mayor in the northwest suburbs and one of the youngest city leaders' in recent Illinois history. He spoke on his plans for his town, and about the big victory.  More>>

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Losing candidate McKinley notes low voter turnout

The losing Republican nominee, Paul McKinley, said his goal now is to destroy the local "Democratic Machine." More>>

Democratic party holds onto the 2nd district seat

Kelly's election is a big win for New York's billionaire Mayor Mike Bloomberg.  He and others worried that the Democratic primary in February might have been won by a candidate with an "A" rating from the NRA. More>>

Robin Kelly faces ethics questions in 2nd district

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Since taking the lead in Illinois' 2nd congressional district before the special primary elections, Robin Kelly has faced tough questions. More>>

Bill Daley considering run for Illinois governor

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Former White House chief of staff Bill Daley says he's seriously thinking about running for Illinois governor. More>>

Obama campaign manager David Axelrod to keep mustache

FOX Chicago snagged the first post election interview with Obama campaign advisor David Axelrod. He was critical to Tuesday night's victory - and he gets to keep his mustache. More>>

President Obama`s half-brother Malik to pursue career in Kenyan politics: EXCLUSIVE

President Barack Obama's Kenyan half-brother told FOX Chicago News exclusively that he's so proud, and hopes to keep with the family spirit in his own political pursuits. More>>

My Chicago - the `Obama store` - expects to see a boost in sales after re-election

Just like in 2008, many people are racing to get political souvenirs from this year's election with Obama's re-election. One Chicago store on Michigan Ave expects to see and increase in sales. More>>

Tone of cooperation in Washington after President Obama re-elected

FOX News Correspondent Nicole Collins reports live from Washington with the latest on reaction to President Obama's re-election, from both sides. More>>

GOP Party Chair Pat Brady speaks on what election results mean for Illinois

It was a rough night for the Republican Party, not only in the presidential race, but also in three matchups in the Illinois suburbs. Illinois GOP Chair Pat Brady joined Good Day to explain. More>>

Former White House staffer Laura Schwartz predicts Obama`s next moves

Author and former White House staffer Laura Schwartz joined Good Day to speak on what President Obama's next moves may be, and what he might accomplish in his second term. More>>

Brad Schneider wins 10th District Congressional race for U.S. House

First-term Republican Congressman Bob Dold has conceded his northeastern Illinois congressional seat to Democratic challenger Brad Schneider. More>>

Obama Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett speaks on her support for the president - Part 2

President Barack Obama's Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett spoke with FOX Chicago's Robin Robinson about her hopes for this election from McCormick Place, where the president held his Election Night rally. More>>

Obama Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett speaks on her support for the president - Part 1

President Barack Obama's Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett spoke with FOX Chicago's Robin Robinson about her hopes for this election from McCormick Place, where the president held his Election Night rally. More>>

Duckworth speaks after winning 8th Congressional District

Democratic challenger Tammy Duckworth has defeated freshman tea party Rep. Joe Walsh for a suburban Chicago congressional seat. More>>

Mayor Rahm Emanuel eager for Obama re-elect

Later in the night, FOX Chicago caught up with Chicago's Mayor, Rahm Emanuel at McCormick Place. More>>

Sen. Dick Durbin, Gov. Quinn speak on Obama at McCormick Place

Sen. Dick Durbin and Gov. Pat Quinn spoke on supporting President Barack Obama at his Election Night rally in Chicago. Thousands of supporters filled McCormick Place, excited to see the result of the 2012 election. More>>

Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar weighed in on the 2012 Election

Former Illinois governor Jim Edgar joined FOX Chicago News to weigh in on the 2012 election, and to give his opinion on the changes taking place in state politics compared to the past. More>>

U.S. House Republicans win two more years of control

Fox News projects that Speaker John Boehner's Republicans will retain control, which is good news for Wheaton's Rep. Peter Roskam, the number four-ranking leader in the House. More>>

Dold, Schneider vie to represent 10th District in U.S. Senate

The Northern Shore's 10th Congressional District is home to more ticket-splitting voters than just about anywhere else in Illinois. More>>

Duckworth leads over Walsh in 8th District

Polls show Duckworth leading, but Walsh still has the backing of loyal admirers who appreciate his unapologetically brash style, which contrasts sharply with Duckworth's low-key approach. More>>

Angela Bassett, Alfre Woodard say it is a privilege to vote

Angela Bassett and Alfre Woodard joined FOX Chicago News from McCormick Place on Election Night. They said in spite of huge opposition, Barack Obama has obstacles, and they are proud to support him. More>>

Latest polls show 11th District Race between Biggert, Foster tight

The latest polls show Judy Biggert and Bill Foster of the 11th District are neck and neck. More>>

Illinois Republicans hold Romney watch party at Witt Hotel in Chicago

The Illinois Republicans held a Mitt Romney watch party at the Witt Hotel in Chicago on Election Day, headed by Illinois Treasurer Dan Rutherford. More>>

Labels fly in 10th District battle between Dold, Schneider

In Illinois' 10th district, Bob Dold and Brad Schneider have battled to the finish. Incumbent Dold portrays himself as a moderate, while Schneider's campaign labels the republican a Tea Party extremist. More>>

Walsh, Duckworth race raises national controversy, comes down to voters

No doubt the most intense race for congress in Illinois – and probably in the nation - has been in the northwest suburbs, between Rep. Joe Walsh and Tammy Duckworth. More>>

President Obama plays basketball in Chicago on Election Day

Mr. Obama hit the hardwood with his pals at Hope Athletic Center on the West Side. More>>

Pat Brady and Rep. Jack Franks weigh in on presidential battle over swing states - Part 1

Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady and Democratic Rep. Jack Franks joined FOX Chicago News at Noon on Election Day to weigh in on Obama and Romney's battle over the swing states. More>>

Pat Brady and Rep. Jack Franks weigh in on presidential battle over swing states - Part 2

Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady and Democratic Rep. Jack Franks joined FOX Chicago News at Noon on Election Day to weigh in on Obama and Romney's battle over the swing states. More>>

Local races that could have big impact in Washington

Political analyst Thom Serafin joined Good Day Chicago Tuesday to talk about some of the local elections that could have a big impact in Washington. More>>

Thom Serafin, Laura Schwartz talk about final hours before election

Political analyst Thom Serafin and author Laura Schwartz joined Good Day Chicago Tuesday to talk about how the candidates are feeling in the final hours before the election. More>>

Obama press secretary Ben LaBolt joins Good Day

President Obama's campaign press secretary Ben LaBolt joined Good Day Chicago Tuesday to talk about how the president is feeling on Election Day. More>>

Protesters plan for McCormick Place

A large group of protestors who say they'll be out here Tuesday night to make sure President Obama keeps his promise if he's re-elected. More>>

Preparations underway, security amped up for Obama Election Night rally

Chicago will once again take center stage on Election Night. President Obama will hold his rally at McCormick Place. Security will be extremely tight, just like it was at Grant Park four years ago. More>>

President Obama to arrive in Chicago, partake in Election Day rituals Tuesday

President Obama will arrive in Chicago at 1 a.m. Tuesday and is expected to spend the night at his Kenwood home, before he partakes in some Election Day rituals. More>>

Brady, Chapa LaVia weigh in on Walsh, Duckworth battle for the 8th District

One of the most cutthroat races in Ill. is between Rep. Joe Walsh and Tammy Duckworth, for the 8th district. Ill. GOP Chair Pat Brady and Democratic State Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia weighed in. More>>

IL GOP Chair Pat Brady, State Rep. Linda Chapa Lavia weigh in on presidential race

Illinois Republican Party Chair Pat Brady and Democratic State Representative Linda Chapa LaVia weighed in on the presidential race, which is going to come down to the battleground states. More>>

Presidential race remains close, 36 hours before Election Day

The polls open Tuesday morning. The presidential race could come down to the battleground state of Ohio, where the Obama and Romney campaigns are fighting for each and every vote. More>>

Obama, Romney back on the campaign trail after Hurricane Sandy

President Obama and Mitt Romney return to the campaign trail Thursday, and there's new evidence the already-tight race for president is getting even tighter. FOX's Doug Luzader reports. More>>

President Obama, Gov. Christie tour hurricane damage in NJ

In addition to claiming dozens of lives and causing billions of dollars in damage, Hurricane Sandy also brought the Presidential campaign screeching to a halt. More>>

Could Sandy postpone the presidential election?

Experts told FOX Chicago News they think it would take an act of Congress to delay Presidential voting anywhere in the U.S. More>>

2012 presidential election campaigns put on hold 1 week before voting day

As President Obama continued to monitor the aftermath of Sandy, Mitt Romney attended a storm relief event in Ohio. This last week before the 2012 election is critical for both campaigns. More>>

Hurricane Sandy moving slowly inland, impacts presidential campaigns

Hurricane Sandy is moving slowly inland out east. But the storm's impact is being felt far and wide. FOX's Doug Luzader has the update. More>>

Obama recruits campaigners with election night offer

Supporters who want to spend election night with President Obama can earn a ticket. More>>

Wisconsin bishop under fire for bringing election to the pulpit

A Wisconsin bishop is under fire for making comments about the fate of people's souls, if they don't vote for a certain candidate. FOX's Kelly Schlicht has the story. More>>

Joe Biden campaigns in Wisconsin to encourage early vote

Vice President Joe Biden rallied for President Obama and the Democratic Party in Wisconsin on Friday. Both sides are battling for crucial electoral votes in this very tight race. More>>

President Obama to cast early vote in Chicago on marathon campaign day

President Obama will be the first sitting president to vote early - and in person – when he comes to Chicago Thursday afternoon. His hometown is only one stop on his marathon campaign day. More>>

Presidential candidates campaign in multiple states Wednesday

President Obama and Mitt Romney will spend a lot of time in the air Wednesday. They're hitting key swing states as the race for president heads for the finish line. FOX's Doug Luzader reports. More>>

Obama, Romney hit campaign trail after final debate

The 2012 presidential debates are in the history books. The question is, have the voters been swayed one way or another? FOX's Jennifer Davis has the latest on the campaign's final stretch. More>>

Chicago residents react to foreign policy debate from UIC area

The presidential debates are over, but the reaction to them isn't. Chicagoans on the West Side shared their opinions on performance and who they're voting for two weeks before Election Day. More>>

Jackson Jr. could win election despite absence, heads back to Mayo Clinic

Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. is on his way back to the Mayo Clinic for further bi-polar disorder treatment. He's up for re-election in Illinois' 2nd congressional district as early voting gets underway. More>>

Reps. Rush and Davis visit Jackson, as public for patience

Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. got a visit from two congressional colleagues before going back to the Mayo Clinic. He's up for re-election in two weeks, and ahead in the polls despite his absence. More>>

Foreign policy debate touches on economy, still a tight race for president

President Obama and Mitt Romney had their final debate Monday night. Although the topic was foreign policy, they went off-track a little and hit the economy too. The race is tight in most polls. More>>

Obama, Romney debate foreign policy at the same table

With the race for president neck-and-neck, President Obama and Mitt Romney prepare for the final presidential debate in Boca Raton, Fla. They'll talk foreign policy at the same table on My50 at 8 p.m. More>>

Presidential candidates make a funny for charity

Apparently, the race for president has a lighter side. Obama and Romney took a day off from the campaign to poke fun at each other at a charity event Thursday. Less that three weeks to Election Day. More>>

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