The Best Primary Voting Guides

Remember you can bring notes with you — on paper or on your phone — into the voting booth. That means you can reference guides from newsrooms, nonprofits, and fellow Chicagoans.

City Cast Chicago

Hey Chicago and the City Cast Chicago podcast team have been keeping you updated on races big and small this election season — from a congressional rematch to the Bring Chicago Home back-and-forth to breaking down why we even still vote for ward committeepeople.

Chicago Votes Guide

The nonprofit asked Cook County state’s attorney candidates questions about retail thefts, racially targeted traffic stops, and violence prevention. Plus, if you are a visual person, you will appreciate the illustrations included in the guide, which is available in English and Spanish.

Injustice Watch

Across Cook County, there are 45 judicial vacancies. But who are the 69 candidates — including a controversial police officer? Your fav newsletter editor will have this comprehensive nonpartisan guide pulled up on Election Day.

City Bureau

Depending on where you live, you could see precinct-specific referenda: Does the Southwest Side need a new police district? Should the entire lakefront be designated a national park? (Brush up on binding vs. non-binding referenda.)

Girl, I Guess Voter Guide

Activists Stephanie Skora and Raeghn Draper are back with the popular guide featuring “Golden Shrug” endorsements for progressive candidates. Hey Chicago talked with Skora about why Illinoisans can’t vote “uncommitted” here.