Election

He’s also part of a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the state budget, with a court hearing set for July 3.

Illinois House Republicans argued the legislation could prevent voter fraud and potential swings in election results.

Voters cast ballots for races such as mayor, village president, city council and school board.

The bill, which incorporated provisions from the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, sought to prevent election fraud by ensuring only U.S. citizens could cast ballots in future elections.

Unofficial totals from around southern Illinois - the elections will be certified in two weeks

Polls will remain open until 7pm tonight.

Municipal elections are scheduled for April sixth, and the Jackson County League of Women Voters wants to make sure everyone can cast a ballot. Residents…