Updates

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Results: Check the Northern Star’s website and social media for constant updates after the polls close at 7 p.m. today.

How to vote

When: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. today

Where: Go to bit.ly/1qmVyGA to check for your designated polling station.

What to bring: You may be asked to provide an ID. You may use a student ID.

Am I registered?: Go to bit.ly/1wO9X4i to check if you are registered to vote.

More information: Go to elections.state.il.us for more information about voting in Illinois.

Candidates

For information and profiles on local candidates and their goals, go to Page 3.

Why vote?

Students have much at stake in this year’s midterm, especially when it comes to the gubernatorial race, according to the Northern Star Editorial Board. Read why the board thinks students should vote at bit.ly/1t7zcbT.