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How to vote in Illinois: Polling hours, locations and Election Day guide

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Keisha Patel, a former athlete and graduate of the University of Chicago, has spent the last seven years covering local high school and college sports. Her passion for sports shines through her articles, encouraging community support for local teams.

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How to vote in Illinois: Polling hours, locations and Election Day guide — Naperville Community news

Illinois voters will head to the polls Nov. 3 to decide races for offices at the local, state and federal levels. Whether you plan to vote early, by mail or in person on Election Day, here’s what to know about your options, polling hours and how to find your polling place.When and where can you vote?Polls across Illinois will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. Voters who are in line by 7 p.m. can stay in line and cast their ballots after the polls officially close.To find your assigned polling place, voters can use the Illinois State Board of Elections’ polling place lookup tool. Voters should confirm their location before Election Day because polling places can differ from early voting sites.What are the ways to vote?Illinois residents can vote in person on Election Day, vote early or cast a ballot by mail. Early voting locations and hours vary by county and election authority, so voters should check the state’s early voting information for available options.Registered vot

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