The Columbia Chronicle

‘I thought that would never happen’: Columbia students react to election results

After a night of historic firsts, students talked to the Chronicle about the 2026 midterm election, from surprise over Democratic wins in Texas to hopes for expanded rights, accountability and a less divided country.

William Blakley, Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2026

In pictures: Chicago participates in historic midterm election

Chicago voters cast their ballots on Tuesday, Nov. 3 in a midterm election that brought major changes to the political landscape locally and nationally and delivered a rebuke to President Donald Trump.

Carlos Alanis-Avila, Director of Photography
November 4, 2026

Live election news: Illinois voters decide key races

Across the state, voters are weighing issues ranging from the economy and immigration to education, public safety and the future of government. Their choices Tuesday, Nov. 3 will help determine who represents the state in Congress, who leads Illinois in Springfield and who sets policy at the local level. For voters in Chicago, the ballot also includes a new elected school board, giving residents a direct say in the leadership of the city's public school system.

Anna Bitz, Campus News Editor
November 3, 2026

Inflation, rising cost of living weigh on the Latinos headed to the polls

Amid the growing cost of food, fuel and public services during the Trump administration's first two years, working-class voters talked to the Chronicle about the issues that will affect how they vote in the midterm election on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

Anthony Hernandez, Photojournalist
November 2, 2026