Politics & Government
Cook County And Chicago High School Students Cast First Ballots In New Early Voting Program
Hundreds of Cook County and Chicago high school students cast their ballots for the first time at the Loop early voting supersite today.
Updated on: February 27, 2026
Hundreds of Cook County and Chicago high school students cast their ballots for the first time at the Loop early voting supersite, part of a first-of-its-kind program.
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The citywide parade to the polls brought students to the Loop polls where they got a lesson in how to vote, and who and what is on their ballot. They also registered to vote on-site.
Cook County is also launching a program to bring early voting sites to 24 suburban Cook County high schools, allowing eligible students and staff to cast their Illinois primary ballot early with more convenience.
