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It’s Primary Day in Illinois

By Greg Halbleib Mar 17, 2026 | 5:25 AM

This is primary election day in Illinois.

Notable Sangamon County races include a Republican primary for sheriff between incumbent Paula Crouch and challenger and former deputy David Timm, a building bond referendum for Ball-Chatham schools and a county-wide referendum on implementing a mental health board with a half-percent sales tax.

Non-partisan ballots are available to vote on referendum issues.

Polling places are open until 7 pm.

WMAY will have election returns and reaction from 7 to 10 o’clock tonight.