Politics & Government

Early Voting Starts Monday

Here's where you can cast your ballot early, to avoid the rush on Election Day. You don't need an excuse--anyone can do it.

If you don't want to wait until Election Day, April 9, to cast your ballot in the upcoming municipal election, you don't have to.

In Cook County, Early Voting starts Monday, March 25, and continues through Saturday, April 6.

Anyone can vote early, and you don't need to give a reason. So if you have to work on Election Day, or just want to get it out of the way, you can head to the polls now.

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You need to bring a photo ID, such as a driver's license, state-issued ID card or university ID card with you in order to vote.

You can vote at any Early Voting location in the county. The nearest are:

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  • Chicago Heights City Hall, 1601 Chicago Road
  • Matteson City Hall, 4900 Village Commons

A complete list of Early Voting locations can be found here. 

Wondering who is on the ballot? Take a look at Patch's Election Central for a complete list of positions up for election and a list of candidates.


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