Democratic voters look to select nominee to succeed US Rep. Jan Schakowsky in Illinois 9th District race - Chicago Tribune

Democratic voters in Illinois's 9th Congressional District are selecting a nominee to replace U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, who is vacating the seat. The heavily Democratic district, which covers parts of Chicago and its northern suburbs, has been represented by Schakowsky for decades, making the party's nominee the likely general election favorite. The race will determine which Democrat advances to the general election in a district where party affiliation has historically been the strongest predictor of electoral success. Multiple candidates are competing in the primary, each seeking to consolidate support among progressive voters in one of Illinois's most liberal areas.