| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Nov. 3, 2026, 6:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Nov. 3, 2026, 6:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/elections/what-time-do-polls-close-on-election-day-what-to-know-before-you-vote/4011566/ |
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How late can you vote in Illinois this [ Election Day ][17] ?
Polling places will close across the state at 7 p.m., but that won't necessarily
be when the final votes are cast.
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Under Illinois state law, if you...