Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 11 hours ago
Election season is here again in Lansing, Illinois — and with it comes a lot of information, a lot of races, and a lot of candidates.
This year, for the first time, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of all the candidates Lansing voters will see on their March 17 primary ballot: thelansingjournal.org/2026/02/13/elections-whats-on-the-ballot-in-the-march-17-primary-election
As our reporting expands, we want to make sure readers understand how we approach political reporting and political advertising.
In this video, Publisher Melanie Jongsma explains:
• Why The Lansing Journal does not endorse candidates
• How we provide equal opportunity for coverage
• What happens when candidates choose not to respond
• What's up with political advertising in The Lansing Journal
Local journalism depends on trust. That means maintaining a clear line between reporting and advertising, and making sure voters understand how we operate.
If you have questions about our election coverage or advertising policies, contact Melanie Jongsma at mjongsma@thelansingjournal.org
Thank you for staying informed — and for caring about our community.
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The questionable politics of Thornton Township Supervisors Tiffany Henyard and now Napoleon Harris brought new viewers and subscribers to our channel, and we appreciate their interest in our local politics. Much of the drama has diminished, but local politics are still important, and The Lansing Journal still provides coverage. That's what local news does.
If you are interested in local news, subscribe to The Lansing Journal:
• Our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@lansingjournal?sub_confirmation=1
• Our Daily News email: thelansingjournal.org/subscribe-from-youtube
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit newsroom, and we depend on support from our viewers and readers in order to provide the journalism our community deserves. Visit the Donate page on our website to make a tax-deductible donation: thelansingjournal.org/donate
Every dollar goes directly into the journalism and helps support this local newspaper as we serve our community.
MISSION
The Lansing Journal is the only newspaper in Lansing, Illinois. Our mission is Building Community, and we fulfill that mission by keeping our diverse community informed and connected through local independent news that is freely accessible.
Subscribe to our channel: youtube.com/@lansingjournal?sub_confirmation=1
Election season is here again in Lansing, Illinois — and with it comes a lot of information, a lot of races, and a lot of candidates.
This year, for the first time, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of all the candidates Lansing voters will see on their March 17 primary ballot: thelansingjournal.org/2026/02/13/elections-whats-on-the-ballot-in-the-march-17-primary-election
As our reporting expands, we want to make sure readers understand how we approach political reporting and political advertising.
In this video, Publisher Melanie Jongsma explains:
• Why The Lansing Journal does not endorse candidates
• How we provide equal opportunity for coverage
• What happens when candidates choose not to respond
• What's up with political advertising in The Lansing Journal
Local journalism depends on trust. That means maintaining a clear line between reporting and advertising, and making sure voters understand how we operate.
If you have questions about our election coverage or advertising policies, contact Melanie Jongsma at mjongsma@thelansingjournal.org
Thank you for staying informed — and for caring about our community.
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The questionable politics of Thornton Township Supervisors Tiffany Henyard and now Napoleon Harris brought new viewers and subscribers to our channel, and we appreciate their interest in our local politics. Much of the drama has diminished, but local politics are still important, and The Lansing Journal still provides coverage. That's what local news does.
If you are interested in local news, subscribe to The Lansing Journal:
• Our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@lansingjournal?sub_confirmation=1
• Our Daily News email: thelansingjournal.org/subscribe-from-youtube
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit newsroom, and we depend on support from our viewers and readers in order to provide the journalism our community deserves. Visit the Donate page on our website to make a tax-deductible donation: thelansingjournal.org/donate
Every dollar goes directly into the journalism and helps support this local newspaper as we serve our community.
MISSION
The Lansing Journal is the only newspaper in Lansing, Illinois. Our mission is Building Community, and we fulfill that mission by keeping our diverse community informed and connected through local independent news that is freely accessible.
Subscribe to our channel: youtube.com/@lansingjournal?sub_confirmation=1
