| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | March 17, 2026, 11:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | March 17, 2026, 11:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/illinois-election-2026/melissa-bean-projected-to-win-8th-district-race-in-illinois-democratic-primary/3909567/ |
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With U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi [ leaving his position in the eighth district
to run for U.S. Senate ][10] , his Congressional seat is up for grabs, with
several Democrats and Republicans vying for spots on the November ballot.
On the Democratic side, former Rep. Melissa Bean was projected to wi...