18th Congressional District

The heavily debated package is a point of contention among the candidates.State Senator Darin LaHood swept to a convincing win in the Republican…

A former State Representative and Lieutenant Governor candidate from Quincy says she won't seek an open congressional seat. Jil Tracy issued a statement…

The State of the State Blog looks at the effectiveness and culture of Illinois government.The day after Congressman Aaron Schock announced his surprise…

Illinois state Sen. Darin LaHood has announced his candidacy for U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock's soon-to-be-vacant congressional seat.The Republican from Dunlap…

State Senator Bill Brady says he will not be among the Republicans seeking Schock's Congressional seat. In a statement Wednesday he said he has decided to…

Republican Rep. Aaron Schock of Illinois says he's resigning his House seat amid questions about his spending.In a statement on Tuesday, Schock said he…