These left and progressive candidates won Democratic primaries, then beat Republicans in 2026. Verified winners and the swing-seat result that tests electability.
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A projected Democratic Senate majority puts nominations, hearings and the floor agenda in play. Incoming senators' terms begin January 3, 2027.
Talarico's victory ends Texas Democrats' statewide losing streak and brings his proposals on wages, childcare and union rights into the Senate.
The Methodist pastor defeated Republican Roger Marshall, AP called Tuesday night. His platform includes reversing Medicaid cuts and strengthening workers’ organizing rights.
CARE's weekday evening expansion brings more hours of public mental health response. Organizers are pressing for 24/7 coverage as 2027 funding remains proposed.
Andrew Boutros and three prosecutors must testify November 16 as Judge April Perry examines the government's account of the dismissed protest case.
EFE published its conversation with Piker on November 3. His account of political participation follows an October 26 effort to get Minnesota students to vote early.
El-Sayed’s campaign reports more than 65,000 donors on November 1, as Stevens’ endorsement of Republican Mike Rogers drew condemnation from Democratic leaders.
Unofficial Chicago returns showed 67.54% support for permanent festival space. The advisory vote leaves the site, funding and public access unresolved.
Chicago songwriter Stephen Kohler wrote “Step Into Your Shoes” for his eldest son, a premedical student living with long COVID, according to release materials supplied by NoVo Management and Publicity.
A Filipino drag queen plans a debut celebration as he approaches 30 in CIRCA Pintig’s “Debut: Coming of Age in Filipino America,” touring Chicago in November and December.
Michael Maglaras’ documentary examines paintings of the American Revolution. It is available through 217 Films for individual home viewing.