Northbrook Election Guide 2026: Candidates, Early Voting Locations, Key Dates

NORTHBROOK, IL — From the governor's race to three Northfield Township referendum questions, Northbrook voters will have plenty to consider in the Nov. 3 general election.

The ballot includes races for U.S. Senate, Congress, the Illinois General Assembly and Cook County offices, along with judicial contests and a countywide advisory referendum.

Early voting is underway at select Cook County locations, with additional sites — including Northbrook Village Hall — scheduled to open Oct. 19.

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Here's what Northbrook voters should know before heading to the polls.

When Is Election Day?

The 2026 general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Suburban Cook County voters can vote at their assigned precinct polling place or a designated Election Day vote center. Residents should confirm their location through the Cook County Clerk’s voter information tool.

Can I Still Register To Vote?

The regular registration deadline has passed, but online registration continues through Sunday, Oct. 18.

Grace-period registration continues through Election Day. Residents must provide two forms of identification, including one showing their current address, and vote when they register.

Residents can check their registration through the Illinois State Board of Elections’ voter lookup.

When Does Early Voting Begin?

Early voting began Oct. 7 at select Cook County locations. Additional sites will open Monday, Oct. 19.

Northbrook Village Hall, 1225 Cedar Lane, will offer early voting in the Sandra "Sandy" Frum Board Room Oct. 19 through Nov. 2:

• Monday through Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Village Hall will not serve as an Election Day polling place, according to the Village.

Suburban Cook County residents can use any suburban Cook County early-voting site. A complete list is available on the clerk’s early-voting website.

Can I Vote By Mail?

Illinois voters do not need an excuse to vote by mail. The deadline for election officials to receive applications is Thursday, Oct. 29.

Completed ballots must be postmarked by Nov. 3 and received within 14 days after Election Day. Voters can also return ballots through designated drop boxes.

Applications and return instructions are available through the Cook County Clerk’s vote-by-mail website.

What Is On My Ballot?

Northbrook voters will see the following statewide contests:

• U.S. Senate: Democrat Juliana Stratton faces Republican Don Tracy in the race for U.S. Senate.
• Illinois Governor and Lieutenant Governor: Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker is seeking another term, facing off against Republican Darren Bailey.
• Illinois Attorney General: Democratic Attorney General Kwame Raoul faces Republican Bob Fioretti.
• Illinois Secretary of State: Democratic Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias faces Republican Diane Harris.
• Illinois Comptroller: Democrat Margaret Croke faces Republican Bryan Drew.
• Illinois Treasurer: Democratic Treasurer Michael Frerichs faces Republican Max Solomon.

Northbrook spans multiple congressional and legislative districts. Residents should confirm their districts using their voting address.

U.S. House Of Representatives

9th Congressional District

• Daniel Biss, Democrat
• John Elleson, Republican

10th Congressional District

• Brad Schneider, Democrat, incumbent
• Carl Lambrecht, Republican

Illinois Senate

9th Senate District

• Patrick Hanley, Democrat
• Tom Lally, Republican

29th Senate District

• Julie A. Morrison, Democrat, incumbent
• Kate McGrath, Republican

30th Senate District

• Adriane L. Johnson, Democrat, incumbent, running unopposed

Illinois House Of Representatives

17th House District

• Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, Democrat, incumbent
• James "Jim" Geldermann, Republican

57th House District

• Tracy Katz Muhl, Democrat, incumbent
• Daniel T. Behr, Republican

58th House District

• Bob Morgan, Democrat, incumbent, running unopposed

59th House District

• Daniel Didech, Democrat, incumbent, running unopposed

Residents will vote in the Senate and House districts serving their address.

Cook County Races

Countywide contests include:

• County Board president: Democratic incumbent Toni Preckwinkle and Libertarian Michael Murphy.
• Assessor: Democrat Pat Hynes and Libertarian Nico Tsatsoulis.
• Clerk: Democratic incumbent Monica Gordon, running unopposed.
• Sheriff: Democratic incumbent Thomas J. Dart and Libertarian Brad Sandefur.
• Treasurer: Democratic incumbent Maria Pappas, running unopposed.

14th County Board District

• Scott R. Britton, Democrat, incumbent, running unopposed

Board of Review contests depend on district boundaries. Residents should consult their personalized sample ballot for the applicable race.

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District

Voters can select up to three candidates for six-year terms:

• Precious Brady-Davis, Democrat
• Eira Lizeth Corral Sepúlveda, Democrat
• Beth McElroy Kirkwood, Democrat
• Michelle Pennington, Republican
• Timothy E. Rueckert, Republican
• Jill B. Shestokas, Republican

Democrat Cameron "Cam" Davis is running unopposed for a separate two-year unexpired term.

Judicial Contests And Retention Questions

The ballot includes judicial elections and retention questions asking whether sitting judges should remain in office. Subcircuit races vary by voting address.

Residents can review their sample ballot and consult judicial evaluations before voting.

Northfield Township Referendums

Northbrook voters living in Northfield Township will consider three township questions:

• Road district consolidation: A binding question asking whether to abolish the separate Northfield Township Road District and transfer its responsibilities, assets and obligations to the township.
• Food pantry meals: An advisory question asking whether the township should explore offering prepackaged meals through its food pantry.
• Waste services: An advisory question asking whether the township should evaluate the costs, efficiencies and process for garbage collection, disposal, composting and recycling services in unincorporated areas.

The road district proposal would not abolish Northfield Township.

Additional information is available in the township’s referendum FAQ.

Cook County Advisory Referendum

Cook County voters will consider a nonbinding question asking whether Illinois should impose an additional 3 percent income tax on income exceeding $1 million.

The proposal would divide the additional revenue equally between property tax relief and public education. Approval of the advisory question would not enact the tax.

How Can I See My Complete Ballot?

Use the Cook County Clerk’s voter information tool to confirm your districts, polling place and complete sample ballot, including any additional questions specific to your address.

For full coverage of the 2026 election in Illinois, go here.