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Two independent candidates won't appear on November ballot for Rep. Garcia's seat, state board rules
Both Mayra Macías and Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez will not appear on the ballot, leaving Lyons Mayor Chris Getty as the only independent vying to for U.S. Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia's 4th Congressional District seat. Read More
Chuy García draws criticism as opponents face ballot challenges
U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García opponents say the outgoing congressman is resorting to the kinds of Chicago Democratic machine election tactics his outsider movement has railed against for decades. Read More
U.S. Congressman tells Endeavor Health to stop retaliating against unionizing nurses
Democratic Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia is calling on Endeavor to reinstate two nurses who were allegedly fired from Evanston Hospital and to respect workers rights to organize. Read More
Rep. Jesús 'Chuy' Garcia announces process for renaming César Chavez Post Office
The community engagement plan is intended as an educational classroom opportunity for students in the wake of sexual assault allegations against the late activist and civil rights leader. Read More
Illinois 4th District race features independents after García exit
The race to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García is emerging as the most competitive federal race on Illinois' November general election ballot. Read More
Progressives divided as Democrat's handpicked successor gains party's nomination
Progressives in Illinois are divided as Democratic Rep. Jesús García's successor, Patty García, gains the party's nomination after a controversial move allowed her to run unopposed. Read More
Editorial: In the 4th Congressional District, the endorsement that should have been right here
U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García pulled an anti-democratic stunt in fixing the way for Patty Garcia. So we have no primary endorsement. Read More