The 2018 elections for the Illinois House of Representatives took place on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 to elect representatives from all 118 districts. The winners of this election served in the
101st General Assembly, with seats apportioned among the states based on the
2010 United States census. The
Democratic Party has held a House majority since 1997. The inauguration of the 101st General Assembly occurred on Wednesday January 9, 2019.[1] The Democrats flipped 8 seats while Republicans flipped 1 seat, resulting in a net gain of 7 seats for the Democratic caucus.
The Illinois House of Representatives saw 28 Representatives (14 Democratic and 14 Republican) choose to either retire or not run before the 2018 election.
17th district:
Laura Fine: On July 28, 2017, Fine announced her intention to run for the senate seat being vacated by
Daniel Biss.[5]
21st district:
Silvana Tabares: On June 15, 2018, Tabares was appointed as the 23rd Ward alderman of Chicago after
Mike Zalewski retired from the position on May 31, 2018.[6]
25th district:
Barbara Flynn Currie: Majority Leader Barbara Flynn Currie, the longest tenured female legislator in Illinois history, announced she would retire.[7]
34th district:
Elgie Sims: After State Senator
Donne Trotter announced his retirement, Sims was appointed to his seat and sworn in on January 26, 2018.[8]
38th district:
Al Riley: On September 26, 2017, Riley announced he would not seek reelection to a seventh term.[9]
57th district:
Elaine Nekritz announced she was planning to resign. Her official resignation became effective October 2, 2017.[10]
85th district:
Emily McAsey: McAsey resigned from her seat on June 2, 2017 to, according to the
Daily Southtown, "join her husband who accepted a job out of state."[14]
111th district:
Dan Beiser: On August 30, 2017, Beiser announced his retirement from the Illinois House of Representatives.[15] Beiser chose to resign in December 2017, and was succeeded by
Monica Bristow.[16]
42nd district:
Jeanne Ives: In October 2017, Jeanne Ives announced her intention to run for the Republican nomination for Illinois Governor in 2018, adding that she had stopped distributing petitions for state representative.[18]
47th district:
Patti Bellock: On August 1, 2017, Deputy Republican Leader Bellock announced her intention to retire at the end of her term.[19]
49th district:
Mike Fortner: Fortner announced August 7, 2017 he would not seek reelection.[20]
51st district:
Nick Sauer: On August 1, 2018, Politico reported on Sauer allegedly using his ex-girlfriend's nude photos to
catfish for seeking online relationships with men. Sauer would then resign at 5 pm on the same day.[21][22]
53rd district:
David Harris: On October 4, 2017, Harris announced his retirement from the Illinois House citing frustration from the
Illinois Budget Impasse. Harris was one of the Republicans who crossed party lines to vote to end the Illinois Budget Impasse which included an income tax increase.[23]
64th district:
Barbara Wheeler: Wheeler will not run for reelection in 2018.[24]
65th district:
Steven Andersson: On August 16, 2017, Andersson announced he would not seek reelection to the Illinois House of Representatives in 2018 during an appearance on Chicago Tonight. Andersson was one of the Republicans who voted to end the Illinois budget impasse which included an income tax increase.[25]
70th district:
Bob Pritchard: The 72 year old legislator announced he would retire at the end of the 100th General Assembly. Pritchard was one of the Republicans who voted to end the Illinois budget impasse which included an income tax increase.[26]
89th district:
Brian W. Stewart: Stewart is vacating his seat to run for the senate seat being vacated by
Tim Bivins.[27]
99th district:
Sara Wojcicki Jimenez: Wojcicki Jimenez announced she would not seek reelection in 2018.[28]
101st district:
Bill Mitchell: The Assistant Republican Leader announced he would not run for another term in the Illinois House on August 3, 2017.[29]
104th district:
Chad Hays: On July 7, 2017, Hays announced his retirement from the Illinois House citing the budget impasse.[30]
107th district:
John Cavaletto: On September 18, 2017, Cavaletto announced he would not be seeking reelection.[31]
110th district:
Reggie Phillips: On September 22, 2017, Phillips announced he would not run for a third term.[32]
Iris J. Millán, community affairs liaison for
Wilbur Wright College, former community development manager of St. Joseph Services, and former director of community affairs for the 1st Ward Office for the
City of Chicago.[42]
Alyx S. Pattison, Campaign staffer and Congressional Aide to Congresswoman
Jan Schakowsky, former Local School Council Member and tutor of Jose de Diego Community Academy, Wicker Park, and former Commissioner of the
Cook County Commission on Women's Issues.[43]
Delia C. Ramirez, former Campaign Chair for Irizarry for 26th Ward Alderman, former Deputy Director of the Community Renewal Society, and former Executive Director of the Center for Changing Lives.[44]
Anne Shaw, Community Activist and Civil Rights Attorney.[45]
After winning her primary election, Ramirez would face no Republican challenger in the general election.
Felicia Bullock, first-time candidate and procurement buyer.[47]
Ken Dunkin, former representative of the 5th district, losing his primary race in 2016 to former representative Juliana Stratton.
Lamont Robinson, small business owner, Director of the Kappa Leadership Institute based out of Kenwood High School, and member of the 51st Street Business Association.[48]
Dilara Sayeed, first-time candidate and volunteer for several campaigns and candidates over 15 years, educator, and tech entrepreneur.[49]
After winning his primary election, Robinson would face no Republican challenger in the general election. Through his election and swearing-in, Lamont Robinson made history by becoming the first openly LGBTQ person of color to serve in the Illinois General Assembly.[50]
The 14th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Evanston and includes parts of the
Chicago neighborhoods of
Edgewater,
Rogers Park,
Uptown, and
West Ridge.[33][34] The district has been represented by Democrat
Kelly Cassidy since her appointment in May 2011.[59] Cassidy faced a primary challenger from Arthur Noah Siegel, former worker on
Bernie Sanders' campaign and business owner in construction.[60] After winning her primary election, Cassidy would not face any Republican challenger in the general election.
The 16th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Lincolnwood,
Morton Grove, and
Skokie and includes parts of the
Chicago neighborhoods of
North Park and
West Ridge.[33][34] The district had been represented by Democrat
Lou Lang since his appointment in July 1987.[63] Lang faced neither any Democratic challenger in his primary nor any Republican challenger in the general election. After winning his election, Lang would resign two days before his inauguration to work as a lobbyist.[64]Yehiel Mark Kalish was appointed to fill the seat.[65]
The 17th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Evanston,
Glenview,
Golf,
Morton Grove,
Northbrook,
Skokie, and
Wilmette.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Laura Fine since January 9, 2013.[66] On July 28, 2017, Fine announced her intention to run for the senate seat being vacated by
Daniel Biss, leaving her seat open.[5] The Democratic primary for the 17th district seat featured five candidates.
Candance Chow, Evanston/Skokie District 65 school board president.[67]
Alexandra Eidenberg, President & Co-Founder of The Insurance People, founder of We Will, and has worked on campaigns for Illinois Representative
Robert Martwick, US Representative
Chuy Garcia, and US Senator
Bernie Sanders.[69]
The 20th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Des Plaines,
Franklin Park,
Harwood Heights,
Niles,
Norridge,
Park Ridge,
Rosemont, and
Schiller Park and includes parts of the
Chicago neighborhoods of
Dunning,
Edison Park,
Norwood Park, and
O'Hare.[33][34] The district has been represented by Republican
Michael McAuliffe since his appointment in July 1996. He was the Assistant Republican Leader of the
Illinois House of Representatives during the 100th General Assembly.[78] McAuliffe is the only Republican to serve parts of Chicago in the Illinois House. According to Illinois Election Data, the 20th district was the most Democratic district represented by a Republican during the election.[79] The Democratic challenger in this election was Merry Marwig, former Democratic candidate for this district in 2016 and owner of a data security company. After winning her primary, Marwig announced she would step down from the race, saying “changing circumstances in my family have forced me to reconsider my run.”[80] After Marwig stepped down from the race, McAuliffe would face no other Democratic challenger in the general election.
William Calloway, community leader, activist, and one of
Laquan McDonald Video Revealers.[89]
Angelique Collins, small business owner, lobbyist, and member of
Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority[90]
Adrienne Irmer, former Legislative Coordinator to the
Cook County Bureau of Asset Management, a 2018 Emerging Leader with the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, and involved with several social causes for over 16 years.[91]
Anne Marie Miles, attorney and
Aldermanic candidate for 5th Ward of Chicago in 2011 and 2015.[92]
Grace Chan McKibben, Development Director at Indo-American Center, former chief of staff at Illinois Department of Employment Security, and former Deputy Director at Chinese American Service League.[93]
Flynn Rush, Community Outreach Specialist for the Cook County Assessors Office, Employment Specialist for the Rebirth of
Englewood Community Development Corporation, and Precinct Captain, Area Coordinator for various campaigns including
Barack Obama,
Bill Clinton and Harold Washington.[94]
The 28th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Blue Island,
Calumet Park,
Crestwood,
Midlothian,
Oak Forest,
Orland Park,
Riverdale,
Robbins, and
Tinley Park and parts of the
Chicago neighborhoods of
Morgan Park,
Roseland, and
West Pullman.[33][34] The district has been represented by Democrat
Robert Rita since January 8, 2003.[103] Rita faced two challengers in his primary election. Mary Carvlin, teacher, Blue Island Library Board trustee for 6 years, and founder of Northeast Blue Island Resident Action Group (now a Rain Ready / CNT group) to solve flooding issues.[104] Kimberly Nicole Koschnitzky, a Connected Vehicle Specialist for
General Motors.[105] As a result of the ongoing
Me Too movement, Rita's past domestic battery case with a former girlfriend came back into the limelight, previously being at the center of his 2002 election to the seat, as his aforementioned former girlfriend sides with Rita's primary challenger Carvlin.[106] Carvlin would accuse fellow primary challenger Koschnitzky of being a 'ghost candidate' from Speaker
Mike Madigan to split the vote between Carvlin and Koschnitzky to guarantee Rita won in the primary.[107] After winning his primary election, Rita would face no Republican challenger in the general election.
The 37th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Frankfort,
Frankfort Square,
Homer Glen,
Joliet,
Lockport,
Mokena,
New Lenox,
Orland Park, and
Tinley Park.[33] The district has been represented by Republican
Margo McDermed since January 14, 2015.[121] McDermed faced a Democratic challenger in the general election from Matthew Hunt, property and casualty insurance agent for his family's agency, Hunt Insurance Group, Board Member of the Illinois State Fire Marshall Elevator Safety Division, and Trustee of the
Palos Heights Police Pension Board.[122]
David Bonner, former legal officer and administrative law attorney in the Department of the Army's Office of The Inspector General, at
The Pentagon, former Illinois Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Trials and Prosecutions unit, and formerly worked on
Barack Obama's Senate campaign.[124]
Debbie Meyers-Martin, former village president and trustee of
Olympia Fields, president of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, and former member of several advisory boards, economic boards, and regulatory boards.[126]
Max Solomon, attorney, adjunct professor at
South Suburban College, and former primary candidate for the 19th district in the Illinois Senate.[127]
After winning her primary, Meyers-Martin would face no Republican challenger in the general election.
The 41st district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Bolingbrook,
Naperville, and
Warrenville.[33] The district has been represented by Republican
Grant Wehrli since January 14, 2015.[130] Val Montgomery was the democratic challenger in this election. Montgomery would later be found to be incorrectly listed by the
DuPage County Election Commission as living in the 41st district, whereas her address placed her in the 49th district. DuPage County Judge Bonnie Wheaton as a result ruled that Montgomery could not be a candidate in the election and if elected could only be seated if she wins and the
Illinois General Assembly decided to seat her. Despite this ruling, Montgomery did not withdraw from the race and remained on the ballot.[131]
The 42nd district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Carol Stream,
Lisle,
Naperville,
Warrenville,
West Chicago,
Wheaton, and
Winfield.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Jeanne Ives since January 9, 2013.[132] Ives announced in October 2017 her intention to run for governor and would not run for reelection to her seat.[18] The Republican primary for the 42nd district seat featured three candidates.
Burt Minor, former member of the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce, former alderman of Warrenville, Illinois, and a retired USAF Officer Lieutenant Colonel.[135]
Burt Minor would face controversy after the leak of a conversation he had with Republican candidate for Illinois Attorney General
Erika Harold. The conversation involved Burt Minor asking Erika Harold about her marriage status, asking if she was a "lesbo" and frequent use of the n-word in front of her and her assistant, asking whether Erika Harold found it offensive.[136]
Kathleen Carrier, family caregiver, precinct committeeman since 2003, and former chair of the
Wayne Township Democratic Party was the sole Democratic nominee for the 42nd district.[137]
The 43rd district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Barrington Hills,
Carpentersville,
East Dundee,
Elgin,
Hoffman Estates, and
South Elgin.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Anna Moeller since her appointment in March 2014.[138] Moeller faced a Republican challenger in the general election from Andrew Cuming, property management company owner, member of the Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association, and President of the Elgin Southwest Area Neighbors.[139]
The 45th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Addison,
Bartlett,
Bloomingdale,
Carol Stream,
Elk Grove Village,
Hanover Park,
Itasca,
Roselle,
Streamwood,
Wayne,
West Chicago, and
Wood Dale.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Christine Winger since January 14, 2015.[143] Prior to the primary election, the Democratic nominee for the district was Cynthia Borbas, IT consultant, formerly volunteered at the Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce, and formerly volunteered at the Northern Illinois Food Bank.[144] At some unknown time, Borbas would withdraw from the race.
Diane Pappas, attorney specializing in corporate counsel, former president of the Friends of the Itasca Community Library, and a Democratic Precinct Committeeman of
Addison Township Precinct 23 would become the Democratic candidate for the general election.[145]
The 46th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Addison,
Bloomingdale,
Carol Stream,
Elmhurst,
Glen Ellyn,
Glendale Heights,
Hanover Park,
Lombard,
Oakbrook Terrace,
Villa Park, and
Wheaton.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Deb Conroy since January 9, 2013.[146] The Republican primary saw two candidates seek the nomination for the general election. Gordon "Jay" Kinzler, doctor and surgeon, member of the Glen Ellyn Park District Board, and former commissioner of the Environmental Commission of the Village of Glen Ellyn.[147] Roger Orozco, police detective and former school board member of Community Consolidated School District 93.[148]
The 47th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Burr Ridge,
Clarendon Hills,
Darien,
Downers Grove,
Elmhurst,
Hinsdale,
Lombard,
Oak Brook,
Oakbrook Terrace,
Villa Park,
Western Springs,
Westmont, and
Willowbrook.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Patti Bellock since January 13, 1999.[149] She had been the Deputy House Minority Leader since October 2013. On August 1, 2017, Bellock announced her intention to retire at the end of her term.[19]Deanne Mazzochi, lawyer, business owner, and former chairman of the
College of DuPage Board of Trustees, was the Republican nominee for this election.[150] The Democratic primary featured two candidates. Jim Caffrey, former customer team manager for
Clorox, a Democratic Precinct Committeeman, and served in the
Peace Corps for 2 years. Anne Sommerkamp, prenatal educator, former journalist from 1980 to 1999, and former candidate for
Downers Grove Township Clerk in 2017.[151][152] Caffrey would go on to win the primary election and become the Democratic nominee. Patti Bellock would resign from her state representative seat to serve as Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Director. Candidate Mazzochi would then be appointed on July 16, 2018 to fill the vacancy.[153]
The 49th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Aurora,
Bartlett,
Batavia,
Elgin,
Geneva,
Naperville,
North Aurora,
South Elgin,
St. Charles,
Warrenville,
Wayne, and
West Chicago.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Mike Fortner since January 10, 2007.[156] Fortner announced August 7, 2017 that he would not seek reelection.[20] The Democratic nominee, and winner of the general election, was
Karina Villa. Villa was a school social worker, member of the West Chicago District 33 Board of Education since 2013, and vice president of the West Chicago 33 Board of Education.[157] The Republican candidate was Tonia Jane Khouri, business owner,
DuPage County board member, and chair of the DuPage County Economic Development Committee.[158] She won the Republican primary against Nic Zito.[159]
Mary Edly-Allen, bilingual teacher, co-founder of Foundation 46, and board member of the Illinois Science Olympiad was the Democratic candidate for the general election.[164]
The 53rd district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Arlington Heights,
Buffalo Grove,
Des Plaines,
Elk Grove Village,
Mount Prospect,
Prospect Heights, and
Wheeling.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
David Harris since January 12, 2011, previously serving the Illinois State House from January 12, 1983 to January 13, 1993.[168] Harris announced on October 4, 2017 that he would be retiring from the Illinois House, citing his frustrations with the
Illinois Budget Impasse as he was one of the few Republicans who voted to overturn Governor
Bruce Rauner's veto.[23] The Republican primary featured two candidates. Eddie Corrigan, outreach coordinator and cancer research and awareness advocate.[169] Katie Miller, registered nurse, religious education teacher, and a former basketball coach.[170] Corrigan would become the Republican nominee. The Democratic nominee for this election was
Mark Walker, experienced in business and entrepreneurship for 35 years, treasurer of the Journeys organization, and member of the Arlington Heights Park Foundation Board. He previously served as state representative from 2009–2011 in the 66th district.[171]
The 56th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Elk Grove Village,
Hanover Park,
Hoffman Estates,
Palatine,
Rolling Meadows,
Roselle, and
Schaumburg.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Michelle Mussman since January 12, 2011.[176] The Republican primary for this election featured two candidates. Jillian Rose Bernas, international relations manager, a Schaumburg Township District Library Trustee, and
Township of Schaumburg Mental Health Committee Member.[177] Char Kegarise, branch officer manager and member of the Schaumburg District 54 School Board.[178] Bernas would go on to become the Republican nominee for the general election.
The 58th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Bannockburn,
Deerfield,
Glencoe,
Highland Park,
Highwood,
Knollwood,
Lake Bluff,
Lake Forest,
Lincolnshire,
Mettawa,
North Chicago,
Northbrook, and
Riverwoods.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Scott Drury since January 9, 2013.[182] Drury attempted to run for Governor of Illinois, but opted to run for
Illinois Attorney General after the retirement of
Lisa Madigan, leaving the 58th district seat open.[11] The Democratic nominee for this election was
Bob Morgan, former lead healthcare attorney for Illinois, board member of the
Anti-Defamation League, and serves as a trustee for Equip for Equality.[183] Cindy Masover was slated to be the Republican nominee for the general election until she decided to leave the race for personal reasons. Rick Lesser, small business owner and estate planning attorney, former member of the Lake Bluff Village Board of Trustees, and former president of the
Lake County Bar Association, became the Republican nominee on July 26, 2018 for the general election.[184][185]
The 59th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Buffalo Grove,
Green Oaks,
Gurnee,
Indian Creek,
Knollwood,
Lake Forest,
Lincolnshire,
Long Grove,
Mettawa,
Mundelein,
North Chicago,
Northbrook,
Park City,
Riverwoods,
Vernon Hills,
Waukegan, and
Wheeling.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Carol Sente since her appointment in September 2009.[186] Sente announced on September 12, 2017 that she would not seek reelection.[12] The Democratic primary featured two candidates.
Daniel Didech, municipal attorney and supervisor of the
Vernon Township.[187] Susan Malter, attorney, founding member of the Chicago Legal Responders Network, and an active member of the Lawyers for Good Government (L4GG).[188] Didech would go on to become the Democratic nominee for the general election. The Republican primary featured two candidates. Karen Feldman, residential realtor and Village Trustee of Lincolnshire from 2001–2018.[189] Marko Sukovic, business owner, former political director for Congressman
Robert Dold, and outreach director for
Turning Point USA.[190] Feldman would go on to become the Republican nominee for the general election.
The 60th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Beach Park,
Gurnee,
North Chicago,
Park City, and
Waukegan.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Rita Mayfield since her appointment in July 2010.[191] Mayfield faced neither any challengers in her primary nor any Republican challenger in the general election.
The 65th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Batavia,
Burlington,
Campton Hills,
Elgin,
Geneva,
Gilberts,
Hampshire,
Huntley,
Pingree Grove,
South Elgin,
St. Charles, and
Wayne.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Steven Andersson since January 14, 2015.[201] Andersson announced on August 16, 2017 he would not seek reelection to the Illinois House of Representatives in 2018 during an appearance on Chicago Tonight. Andersson was one of the few Republicans during the
Illinois Budget Impasse to vote to overturn Governor
Bruce Rauner's veto.[25] The Republican nominee for this election was
Dan Ugaste, attorney, former member of the Illinois Workers Compensation Medical Fee Advisory Board, and the Technical Advisor to Governor's Office on Workers Comp Reform.[202] The Democratic nominee for this election was Richard Johnson, law and psychology teacher at
Bartlett High School and President of the Elgin Teachers Association.[203][204]
The 67th district covers a large part of
Rockford.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Litesa Wallace since her appointment in July 2014.[206] Wallace would become
Daniel Biss' running mate for seeking the Democratic nomination in the
gubernatorial election, leaving her seat open. The Democratic primary for this election featured four candidates.
Gerald O. Albert, self-employed, former candidate for several town, township, and county positions, and involved in several campaigns for elected officials in Rockford.[207]
Valerie DeCastris, community volunteer activist, worked as a research associate for the
Illinois General Assembly, and founder of the Rockford Ethnic Village Neighborhood Association.[208]
The 68th district covers parts of
Cherry Valley,
Loves Park,
Machesney Park,
Rockford, and
Roscoe.[33] The district has been represented by Republican
John Cabello since his appointment in August 2012.[211] The Democratic nominee for this election was Jake Castanza, the executive director of Project First Rate.[212]
The 72nd district, located in the
Quad Cities area, covers all or parts of
Andalusia,
Coyne Center,
Milan,
Moline,
Oak Grove,
Reynolds,
Rock Island, and
Rock Island Arsenal.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Michael Halpin since January 10, 2017.[222] The Republican nominee for this election was Glen Evans Sr., former state house primary candidate for the Democratic Party in 2012 and 2016 and former candidate for multiple county and municipal positions.[223]
The 81st district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Bolingbrook,
Darien,
Downers Grove,
Lisle,
Naperville,
Westmont, and
Woodridge.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
David S. Olsen since his appointment on August 3, 2016.[238] The Democratic nominee for this election was
Anne Stava-Murray, former consumer researcher, member of the Naperville Board of Fire & Police, and a former student non-voting member of the Naperville Board of Zoning Appeals from 2002–2004.[239]
Durkin is being challenged by Burr Ridge Mayor Mickey Straub. Straub is being backed by radio host and political operative Dan Proft. While
Michael Madigan was challenged by Jason Gonzalez in 2016, it is rare that one of the "four tops" is challenged, let alone in a primary election.[240] On October 26, 2017, Durkin was endorsed by a number of Republican mayors from
DuPage County.[241] Durkin would go on to become the Republican nominee for the general election.
The 83rd district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Aurora,
Montgomery, and
North Aurora.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Linda Chapa LaVia since January 8, 2003.[243] LaVia faced neither any challengers in her primary nor any Republican challenger in the general election.
The 84th district, located in the
Chicago area, covers parts of
Aurora,
Boulder Hill,
Montgomery,
Naperville, and
Oswego.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Stephanie Kifowit since January 9, 2013.[244] The Republican nominee for this election was Patty Smith, an
ABA certified paralegal at Prairie State Legal Services, chairwoman of the Western Suburb National Association for Down Syndrome, and board member and parent advocate for Gigi's Playhouse Fox Valley.[245]
The 85th district, located in the
Chicago area, covers parts of
Bolingbrook,
Crest Hill,
Fairmont,
Lemont,
Lockport,
Naperville,
Romeoville, and
Woodridge.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Emily McAsey since January 14, 2009.[246] McAsey resigned from her seat on June 2, 2017 to, according to the
Daily Southtown, "join her husband who accepted a job out of state."[14]John Connor, a prosecutor for
Will County for 14 years, was named to fill the seat in June 2017.[247] The Republican nominee for this election was originally slated to be Lisa Bickus, but she would later withdraw from the race at an unknown date.
The 98th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Bolingbrook,
Crest Hill,
Crystal Lawns,
Joliet,
Romeoville, and
Shorewood.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Natalie Manley since January 9, 2013.[275] The Republican challenger in the general election was Alyssia Benford, accountant, President of the Rotary Club of Bolingbrook, and serves on the Board of Directors for the United Way of
Will County.[276]
The 103rd district covers the heart of the
Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area, including most of
Champaign and
Urbana.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Carol Ammons since January 14, 2015.[289] Ammons faced neither any Democratic challenger in her primary nor any Republican challenger in the general election.
The 111th district, located in the
Metro East, includes all or parts of
Alton,
Bethalto,
East Alton,
Edwardsville,
Elsah,
Godfrey,
Granite City,
Hartford,
Holiday Shores,
Madison,
Mitchell,
Pontoon Beach,
Rosewood Heights,
Roxana,
South Roxana, and
Wood River.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Dan Beiser since his appointment in 2004.[308] According to Illinois Election Data, the 111th district was the 4th most Republican district represented by a Democrat during the election.[79] Beiser announced his retirement from the Illinois House of Representatives on August 30, 2017.[15]Monica Bristow, President of the RiverBend Growth Association, was sworn in on December 19, 2017 as his replacement.[16] She would go on to be the Democratic candidate for the general election. The Republican challenger in this election was the Wood River Township Supervisor Mike Babcock, who has previously run for the 111th district in the past.[309]
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The 2018 elections for the Illinois House of Representatives took place on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 to elect representatives from all 118 districts. The winners of this election served in the
101st General Assembly, with seats apportioned among the states based on the
2010 United States census. The
Democratic Party has held a House majority since 1997. The inauguration of the 101st General Assembly occurred on Wednesday January 9, 2019.[1] The Democrats flipped 8 seats while Republicans flipped 1 seat, resulting in a net gain of 7 seats for the Democratic caucus.
The Illinois House of Representatives saw 28 Representatives (14 Democratic and 14 Republican) choose to either retire or not run before the 2018 election.
17th district:
Laura Fine: On July 28, 2017, Fine announced her intention to run for the senate seat being vacated by
Daniel Biss.[5]
21st district:
Silvana Tabares: On June 15, 2018, Tabares was appointed as the 23rd Ward alderman of Chicago after
Mike Zalewski retired from the position on May 31, 2018.[6]
25th district:
Barbara Flynn Currie: Majority Leader Barbara Flynn Currie, the longest tenured female legislator in Illinois history, announced she would retire.[7]
34th district:
Elgie Sims: After State Senator
Donne Trotter announced his retirement, Sims was appointed to his seat and sworn in on January 26, 2018.[8]
38th district:
Al Riley: On September 26, 2017, Riley announced he would not seek reelection to a seventh term.[9]
57th district:
Elaine Nekritz announced she was planning to resign. Her official resignation became effective October 2, 2017.[10]
85th district:
Emily McAsey: McAsey resigned from her seat on June 2, 2017 to, according to the
Daily Southtown, "join her husband who accepted a job out of state."[14]
111th district:
Dan Beiser: On August 30, 2017, Beiser announced his retirement from the Illinois House of Representatives.[15] Beiser chose to resign in December 2017, and was succeeded by
Monica Bristow.[16]
42nd district:
Jeanne Ives: In October 2017, Jeanne Ives announced her intention to run for the Republican nomination for Illinois Governor in 2018, adding that she had stopped distributing petitions for state representative.[18]
47th district:
Patti Bellock: On August 1, 2017, Deputy Republican Leader Bellock announced her intention to retire at the end of her term.[19]
49th district:
Mike Fortner: Fortner announced August 7, 2017 he would not seek reelection.[20]
51st district:
Nick Sauer: On August 1, 2018, Politico reported on Sauer allegedly using his ex-girlfriend's nude photos to
catfish for seeking online relationships with men. Sauer would then resign at 5 pm on the same day.[21][22]
53rd district:
David Harris: On October 4, 2017, Harris announced his retirement from the Illinois House citing frustration from the
Illinois Budget Impasse. Harris was one of the Republicans who crossed party lines to vote to end the Illinois Budget Impasse which included an income tax increase.[23]
64th district:
Barbara Wheeler: Wheeler will not run for reelection in 2018.[24]
65th district:
Steven Andersson: On August 16, 2017, Andersson announced he would not seek reelection to the Illinois House of Representatives in 2018 during an appearance on Chicago Tonight. Andersson was one of the Republicans who voted to end the Illinois budget impasse which included an income tax increase.[25]
70th district:
Bob Pritchard: The 72 year old legislator announced he would retire at the end of the 100th General Assembly. Pritchard was one of the Republicans who voted to end the Illinois budget impasse which included an income tax increase.[26]
89th district:
Brian W. Stewart: Stewart is vacating his seat to run for the senate seat being vacated by
Tim Bivins.[27]
99th district:
Sara Wojcicki Jimenez: Wojcicki Jimenez announced she would not seek reelection in 2018.[28]
101st district:
Bill Mitchell: The Assistant Republican Leader announced he would not run for another term in the Illinois House on August 3, 2017.[29]
104th district:
Chad Hays: On July 7, 2017, Hays announced his retirement from the Illinois House citing the budget impasse.[30]
107th district:
John Cavaletto: On September 18, 2017, Cavaletto announced he would not be seeking reelection.[31]
110th district:
Reggie Phillips: On September 22, 2017, Phillips announced he would not run for a third term.[32]
Iris J. Millán, community affairs liaison for
Wilbur Wright College, former community development manager of St. Joseph Services, and former director of community affairs for the 1st Ward Office for the
City of Chicago.[42]
Alyx S. Pattison, Campaign staffer and Congressional Aide to Congresswoman
Jan Schakowsky, former Local School Council Member and tutor of Jose de Diego Community Academy, Wicker Park, and former Commissioner of the
Cook County Commission on Women's Issues.[43]
Delia C. Ramirez, former Campaign Chair for Irizarry for 26th Ward Alderman, former Deputy Director of the Community Renewal Society, and former Executive Director of the Center for Changing Lives.[44]
Anne Shaw, Community Activist and Civil Rights Attorney.[45]
After winning her primary election, Ramirez would face no Republican challenger in the general election.
Felicia Bullock, first-time candidate and procurement buyer.[47]
Ken Dunkin, former representative of the 5th district, losing his primary race in 2016 to former representative Juliana Stratton.
Lamont Robinson, small business owner, Director of the Kappa Leadership Institute based out of Kenwood High School, and member of the 51st Street Business Association.[48]
Dilara Sayeed, first-time candidate and volunteer for several campaigns and candidates over 15 years, educator, and tech entrepreneur.[49]
After winning his primary election, Robinson would face no Republican challenger in the general election. Through his election and swearing-in, Lamont Robinson made history by becoming the first openly LGBTQ person of color to serve in the Illinois General Assembly.[50]
The 14th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Evanston and includes parts of the
Chicago neighborhoods of
Edgewater,
Rogers Park,
Uptown, and
West Ridge.[33][34] The district has been represented by Democrat
Kelly Cassidy since her appointment in May 2011.[59] Cassidy faced a primary challenger from Arthur Noah Siegel, former worker on
Bernie Sanders' campaign and business owner in construction.[60] After winning her primary election, Cassidy would not face any Republican challenger in the general election.
The 16th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Lincolnwood,
Morton Grove, and
Skokie and includes parts of the
Chicago neighborhoods of
North Park and
West Ridge.[33][34] The district had been represented by Democrat
Lou Lang since his appointment in July 1987.[63] Lang faced neither any Democratic challenger in his primary nor any Republican challenger in the general election. After winning his election, Lang would resign two days before his inauguration to work as a lobbyist.[64]Yehiel Mark Kalish was appointed to fill the seat.[65]
The 17th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Evanston,
Glenview,
Golf,
Morton Grove,
Northbrook,
Skokie, and
Wilmette.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Laura Fine since January 9, 2013.[66] On July 28, 2017, Fine announced her intention to run for the senate seat being vacated by
Daniel Biss, leaving her seat open.[5] The Democratic primary for the 17th district seat featured five candidates.
Candance Chow, Evanston/Skokie District 65 school board president.[67]
Alexandra Eidenberg, President & Co-Founder of The Insurance People, founder of We Will, and has worked on campaigns for Illinois Representative
Robert Martwick, US Representative
Chuy Garcia, and US Senator
Bernie Sanders.[69]
The 20th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Des Plaines,
Franklin Park,
Harwood Heights,
Niles,
Norridge,
Park Ridge,
Rosemont, and
Schiller Park and includes parts of the
Chicago neighborhoods of
Dunning,
Edison Park,
Norwood Park, and
O'Hare.[33][34] The district has been represented by Republican
Michael McAuliffe since his appointment in July 1996. He was the Assistant Republican Leader of the
Illinois House of Representatives during the 100th General Assembly.[78] McAuliffe is the only Republican to serve parts of Chicago in the Illinois House. According to Illinois Election Data, the 20th district was the most Democratic district represented by a Republican during the election.[79] The Democratic challenger in this election was Merry Marwig, former Democratic candidate for this district in 2016 and owner of a data security company. After winning her primary, Marwig announced she would step down from the race, saying “changing circumstances in my family have forced me to reconsider my run.”[80] After Marwig stepped down from the race, McAuliffe would face no other Democratic challenger in the general election.
William Calloway, community leader, activist, and one of
Laquan McDonald Video Revealers.[89]
Angelique Collins, small business owner, lobbyist, and member of
Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority[90]
Adrienne Irmer, former Legislative Coordinator to the
Cook County Bureau of Asset Management, a 2018 Emerging Leader with the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, and involved with several social causes for over 16 years.[91]
Anne Marie Miles, attorney and
Aldermanic candidate for 5th Ward of Chicago in 2011 and 2015.[92]
Grace Chan McKibben, Development Director at Indo-American Center, former chief of staff at Illinois Department of Employment Security, and former Deputy Director at Chinese American Service League.[93]
Flynn Rush, Community Outreach Specialist for the Cook County Assessors Office, Employment Specialist for the Rebirth of
Englewood Community Development Corporation, and Precinct Captain, Area Coordinator for various campaigns including
Barack Obama,
Bill Clinton and Harold Washington.[94]
The 28th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Blue Island,
Calumet Park,
Crestwood,
Midlothian,
Oak Forest,
Orland Park,
Riverdale,
Robbins, and
Tinley Park and parts of the
Chicago neighborhoods of
Morgan Park,
Roseland, and
West Pullman.[33][34] The district has been represented by Democrat
Robert Rita since January 8, 2003.[103] Rita faced two challengers in his primary election. Mary Carvlin, teacher, Blue Island Library Board trustee for 6 years, and founder of Northeast Blue Island Resident Action Group (now a Rain Ready / CNT group) to solve flooding issues.[104] Kimberly Nicole Koschnitzky, a Connected Vehicle Specialist for
General Motors.[105] As a result of the ongoing
Me Too movement, Rita's past domestic battery case with a former girlfriend came back into the limelight, previously being at the center of his 2002 election to the seat, as his aforementioned former girlfriend sides with Rita's primary challenger Carvlin.[106] Carvlin would accuse fellow primary challenger Koschnitzky of being a 'ghost candidate' from Speaker
Mike Madigan to split the vote between Carvlin and Koschnitzky to guarantee Rita won in the primary.[107] After winning his primary election, Rita would face no Republican challenger in the general election.
The 37th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Frankfort,
Frankfort Square,
Homer Glen,
Joliet,
Lockport,
Mokena,
New Lenox,
Orland Park, and
Tinley Park.[33] The district has been represented by Republican
Margo McDermed since January 14, 2015.[121] McDermed faced a Democratic challenger in the general election from Matthew Hunt, property and casualty insurance agent for his family's agency, Hunt Insurance Group, Board Member of the Illinois State Fire Marshall Elevator Safety Division, and Trustee of the
Palos Heights Police Pension Board.[122]
David Bonner, former legal officer and administrative law attorney in the Department of the Army's Office of The Inspector General, at
The Pentagon, former Illinois Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Trials and Prosecutions unit, and formerly worked on
Barack Obama's Senate campaign.[124]
Debbie Meyers-Martin, former village president and trustee of
Olympia Fields, president of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, and former member of several advisory boards, economic boards, and regulatory boards.[126]
Max Solomon, attorney, adjunct professor at
South Suburban College, and former primary candidate for the 19th district in the Illinois Senate.[127]
After winning her primary, Meyers-Martin would face no Republican challenger in the general election.
The 41st district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Bolingbrook,
Naperville, and
Warrenville.[33] The district has been represented by Republican
Grant Wehrli since January 14, 2015.[130] Val Montgomery was the democratic challenger in this election. Montgomery would later be found to be incorrectly listed by the
DuPage County Election Commission as living in the 41st district, whereas her address placed her in the 49th district. DuPage County Judge Bonnie Wheaton as a result ruled that Montgomery could not be a candidate in the election and if elected could only be seated if she wins and the
Illinois General Assembly decided to seat her. Despite this ruling, Montgomery did not withdraw from the race and remained on the ballot.[131]
The 42nd district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Carol Stream,
Lisle,
Naperville,
Warrenville,
West Chicago,
Wheaton, and
Winfield.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Jeanne Ives since January 9, 2013.[132] Ives announced in October 2017 her intention to run for governor and would not run for reelection to her seat.[18] The Republican primary for the 42nd district seat featured three candidates.
Burt Minor, former member of the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce, former alderman of Warrenville, Illinois, and a retired USAF Officer Lieutenant Colonel.[135]
Burt Minor would face controversy after the leak of a conversation he had with Republican candidate for Illinois Attorney General
Erika Harold. The conversation involved Burt Minor asking Erika Harold about her marriage status, asking if she was a "lesbo" and frequent use of the n-word in front of her and her assistant, asking whether Erika Harold found it offensive.[136]
Kathleen Carrier, family caregiver, precinct committeeman since 2003, and former chair of the
Wayne Township Democratic Party was the sole Democratic nominee for the 42nd district.[137]
The 43rd district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Barrington Hills,
Carpentersville,
East Dundee,
Elgin,
Hoffman Estates, and
South Elgin.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Anna Moeller since her appointment in March 2014.[138] Moeller faced a Republican challenger in the general election from Andrew Cuming, property management company owner, member of the Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association, and President of the Elgin Southwest Area Neighbors.[139]
The 45th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Addison,
Bartlett,
Bloomingdale,
Carol Stream,
Elk Grove Village,
Hanover Park,
Itasca,
Roselle,
Streamwood,
Wayne,
West Chicago, and
Wood Dale.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Christine Winger since January 14, 2015.[143] Prior to the primary election, the Democratic nominee for the district was Cynthia Borbas, IT consultant, formerly volunteered at the Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce, and formerly volunteered at the Northern Illinois Food Bank.[144] At some unknown time, Borbas would withdraw from the race.
Diane Pappas, attorney specializing in corporate counsel, former president of the Friends of the Itasca Community Library, and a Democratic Precinct Committeeman of
Addison Township Precinct 23 would become the Democratic candidate for the general election.[145]
The 46th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Addison,
Bloomingdale,
Carol Stream,
Elmhurst,
Glen Ellyn,
Glendale Heights,
Hanover Park,
Lombard,
Oakbrook Terrace,
Villa Park, and
Wheaton.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Deb Conroy since January 9, 2013.[146] The Republican primary saw two candidates seek the nomination for the general election. Gordon "Jay" Kinzler, doctor and surgeon, member of the Glen Ellyn Park District Board, and former commissioner of the Environmental Commission of the Village of Glen Ellyn.[147] Roger Orozco, police detective and former school board member of Community Consolidated School District 93.[148]
The 47th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Burr Ridge,
Clarendon Hills,
Darien,
Downers Grove,
Elmhurst,
Hinsdale,
Lombard,
Oak Brook,
Oakbrook Terrace,
Villa Park,
Western Springs,
Westmont, and
Willowbrook.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Patti Bellock since January 13, 1999.[149] She had been the Deputy House Minority Leader since October 2013. On August 1, 2017, Bellock announced her intention to retire at the end of her term.[19]Deanne Mazzochi, lawyer, business owner, and former chairman of the
College of DuPage Board of Trustees, was the Republican nominee for this election.[150] The Democratic primary featured two candidates. Jim Caffrey, former customer team manager for
Clorox, a Democratic Precinct Committeeman, and served in the
Peace Corps for 2 years. Anne Sommerkamp, prenatal educator, former journalist from 1980 to 1999, and former candidate for
Downers Grove Township Clerk in 2017.[151][152] Caffrey would go on to win the primary election and become the Democratic nominee. Patti Bellock would resign from her state representative seat to serve as Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services Director. Candidate Mazzochi would then be appointed on July 16, 2018 to fill the vacancy.[153]
The 49th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Aurora,
Bartlett,
Batavia,
Elgin,
Geneva,
Naperville,
North Aurora,
South Elgin,
St. Charles,
Warrenville,
Wayne, and
West Chicago.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Mike Fortner since January 10, 2007.[156] Fortner announced August 7, 2017 that he would not seek reelection.[20] The Democratic nominee, and winner of the general election, was
Karina Villa. Villa was a school social worker, member of the West Chicago District 33 Board of Education since 2013, and vice president of the West Chicago 33 Board of Education.[157] The Republican candidate was Tonia Jane Khouri, business owner,
DuPage County board member, and chair of the DuPage County Economic Development Committee.[158] She won the Republican primary against Nic Zito.[159]
Mary Edly-Allen, bilingual teacher, co-founder of Foundation 46, and board member of the Illinois Science Olympiad was the Democratic candidate for the general election.[164]
The 53rd district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Arlington Heights,
Buffalo Grove,
Des Plaines,
Elk Grove Village,
Mount Prospect,
Prospect Heights, and
Wheeling.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
David Harris since January 12, 2011, previously serving the Illinois State House from January 12, 1983 to January 13, 1993.[168] Harris announced on October 4, 2017 that he would be retiring from the Illinois House, citing his frustrations with the
Illinois Budget Impasse as he was one of the few Republicans who voted to overturn Governor
Bruce Rauner's veto.[23] The Republican primary featured two candidates. Eddie Corrigan, outreach coordinator and cancer research and awareness advocate.[169] Katie Miller, registered nurse, religious education teacher, and a former basketball coach.[170] Corrigan would become the Republican nominee. The Democratic nominee for this election was
Mark Walker, experienced in business and entrepreneurship for 35 years, treasurer of the Journeys organization, and member of the Arlington Heights Park Foundation Board. He previously served as state representative from 2009–2011 in the 66th district.[171]
The 56th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Elk Grove Village,
Hanover Park,
Hoffman Estates,
Palatine,
Rolling Meadows,
Roselle, and
Schaumburg.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Michelle Mussman since January 12, 2011.[176] The Republican primary for this election featured two candidates. Jillian Rose Bernas, international relations manager, a Schaumburg Township District Library Trustee, and
Township of Schaumburg Mental Health Committee Member.[177] Char Kegarise, branch officer manager and member of the Schaumburg District 54 School Board.[178] Bernas would go on to become the Republican nominee for the general election.
The 58th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Bannockburn,
Deerfield,
Glencoe,
Highland Park,
Highwood,
Knollwood,
Lake Bluff,
Lake Forest,
Lincolnshire,
Mettawa,
North Chicago,
Northbrook, and
Riverwoods.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Scott Drury since January 9, 2013.[182] Drury attempted to run for Governor of Illinois, but opted to run for
Illinois Attorney General after the retirement of
Lisa Madigan, leaving the 58th district seat open.[11] The Democratic nominee for this election was
Bob Morgan, former lead healthcare attorney for Illinois, board member of the
Anti-Defamation League, and serves as a trustee for Equip for Equality.[183] Cindy Masover was slated to be the Republican nominee for the general election until she decided to leave the race for personal reasons. Rick Lesser, small business owner and estate planning attorney, former member of the Lake Bluff Village Board of Trustees, and former president of the
Lake County Bar Association, became the Republican nominee on July 26, 2018 for the general election.[184][185]
The 59th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Buffalo Grove,
Green Oaks,
Gurnee,
Indian Creek,
Knollwood,
Lake Forest,
Lincolnshire,
Long Grove,
Mettawa,
Mundelein,
North Chicago,
Northbrook,
Park City,
Riverwoods,
Vernon Hills,
Waukegan, and
Wheeling.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Carol Sente since her appointment in September 2009.[186] Sente announced on September 12, 2017 that she would not seek reelection.[12] The Democratic primary featured two candidates.
Daniel Didech, municipal attorney and supervisor of the
Vernon Township.[187] Susan Malter, attorney, founding member of the Chicago Legal Responders Network, and an active member of the Lawyers for Good Government (L4GG).[188] Didech would go on to become the Democratic nominee for the general election. The Republican primary featured two candidates. Karen Feldman, residential realtor and Village Trustee of Lincolnshire from 2001–2018.[189] Marko Sukovic, business owner, former political director for Congressman
Robert Dold, and outreach director for
Turning Point USA.[190] Feldman would go on to become the Republican nominee for the general election.
The 60th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Beach Park,
Gurnee,
North Chicago,
Park City, and
Waukegan.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Rita Mayfield since her appointment in July 2010.[191] Mayfield faced neither any challengers in her primary nor any Republican challenger in the general election.
The 65th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Batavia,
Burlington,
Campton Hills,
Elgin,
Geneva,
Gilberts,
Hampshire,
Huntley,
Pingree Grove,
South Elgin,
St. Charles, and
Wayne.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
Steven Andersson since January 14, 2015.[201] Andersson announced on August 16, 2017 he would not seek reelection to the Illinois House of Representatives in 2018 during an appearance on Chicago Tonight. Andersson was one of the few Republicans during the
Illinois Budget Impasse to vote to overturn Governor
Bruce Rauner's veto.[25] The Republican nominee for this election was
Dan Ugaste, attorney, former member of the Illinois Workers Compensation Medical Fee Advisory Board, and the Technical Advisor to Governor's Office on Workers Comp Reform.[202] The Democratic nominee for this election was Richard Johnson, law and psychology teacher at
Bartlett High School and President of the Elgin Teachers Association.[203][204]
The 67th district covers a large part of
Rockford.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Litesa Wallace since her appointment in July 2014.[206] Wallace would become
Daniel Biss' running mate for seeking the Democratic nomination in the
gubernatorial election, leaving her seat open. The Democratic primary for this election featured four candidates.
Gerald O. Albert, self-employed, former candidate for several town, township, and county positions, and involved in several campaigns for elected officials in Rockford.[207]
Valerie DeCastris, community volunteer activist, worked as a research associate for the
Illinois General Assembly, and founder of the Rockford Ethnic Village Neighborhood Association.[208]
The 68th district covers parts of
Cherry Valley,
Loves Park,
Machesney Park,
Rockford, and
Roscoe.[33] The district has been represented by Republican
John Cabello since his appointment in August 2012.[211] The Democratic nominee for this election was Jake Castanza, the executive director of Project First Rate.[212]
The 72nd district, located in the
Quad Cities area, covers all or parts of
Andalusia,
Coyne Center,
Milan,
Moline,
Oak Grove,
Reynolds,
Rock Island, and
Rock Island Arsenal.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Michael Halpin since January 10, 2017.[222] The Republican nominee for this election was Glen Evans Sr., former state house primary candidate for the Democratic Party in 2012 and 2016 and former candidate for multiple county and municipal positions.[223]
The 81st district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Bolingbrook,
Darien,
Downers Grove,
Lisle,
Naperville,
Westmont, and
Woodridge.[33] The district had been represented by Republican
David S. Olsen since his appointment on August 3, 2016.[238] The Democratic nominee for this election was
Anne Stava-Murray, former consumer researcher, member of the Naperville Board of Fire & Police, and a former student non-voting member of the Naperville Board of Zoning Appeals from 2002–2004.[239]
Durkin is being challenged by Burr Ridge Mayor Mickey Straub. Straub is being backed by radio host and political operative Dan Proft. While
Michael Madigan was challenged by Jason Gonzalez in 2016, it is rare that one of the "four tops" is challenged, let alone in a primary election.[240] On October 26, 2017, Durkin was endorsed by a number of Republican mayors from
DuPage County.[241] Durkin would go on to become the Republican nominee for the general election.
The 83rd district, located in the
Chicago area, includes parts of
Aurora,
Montgomery, and
North Aurora.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Linda Chapa LaVia since January 8, 2003.[243] LaVia faced neither any challengers in her primary nor any Republican challenger in the general election.
The 84th district, located in the
Chicago area, covers parts of
Aurora,
Boulder Hill,
Montgomery,
Naperville, and
Oswego.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Stephanie Kifowit since January 9, 2013.[244] The Republican nominee for this election was Patty Smith, an
ABA certified paralegal at Prairie State Legal Services, chairwoman of the Western Suburb National Association for Down Syndrome, and board member and parent advocate for Gigi's Playhouse Fox Valley.[245]
The 85th district, located in the
Chicago area, covers parts of
Bolingbrook,
Crest Hill,
Fairmont,
Lemont,
Lockport,
Naperville,
Romeoville, and
Woodridge.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Emily McAsey since January 14, 2009.[246] McAsey resigned from her seat on June 2, 2017 to, according to the
Daily Southtown, "join her husband who accepted a job out of state."[14]John Connor, a prosecutor for
Will County for 14 years, was named to fill the seat in June 2017.[247] The Republican nominee for this election was originally slated to be Lisa Bickus, but she would later withdraw from the race at an unknown date.
The 98th district, located in the
Chicago area, includes all or parts of
Bolingbrook,
Crest Hill,
Crystal Lawns,
Joliet,
Romeoville, and
Shorewood.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Natalie Manley since January 9, 2013.[275] The Republican challenger in the general election was Alyssia Benford, accountant, President of the Rotary Club of Bolingbrook, and serves on the Board of Directors for the United Way of
Will County.[276]
The 103rd district covers the heart of the
Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area, including most of
Champaign and
Urbana.[33] The district has been represented by Democrat
Carol Ammons since January 14, 2015.[289] Ammons faced neither any Democratic challenger in her primary nor any Republican challenger in the general election.
The 111th district, located in the
Metro East, includes all or parts of
Alton,
Bethalto,
East Alton,
Edwardsville,
Elsah,
Godfrey,
Granite City,
Hartford,
Holiday Shores,
Madison,
Mitchell,
Pontoon Beach,
Rosewood Heights,
Roxana,
South Roxana, and
Wood River.[33] The district had been represented by Democrat
Dan Beiser since his appointment in 2004.[308] According to Illinois Election Data, the 111th district was the 4th most Republican district represented by a Democrat during the election.[79] Beiser announced his retirement from the Illinois House of Representatives on August 30, 2017.[15]Monica Bristow, President of the RiverBend Growth Association, was sworn in on December 19, 2017 as his replacement.[16] She would go on to be the Democratic candidate for the general election. The Republican challenger in this election was the Wood River Township Supervisor Mike Babcock, who has previously run for the 111th district in the past.[309]
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