Circuit Court, 5th Subcircuit
Trial judges elected by one part of the county.
On the Chicago ballot November 3, 2026.
Every Cook County judge up for retention needs a yes from 60 percent of voters to keep the job. Bar associations screen each one; Injustice Watch reports on their records. Injustice Watch judicial guide, Chicago Bar Association evaluations.
On the ballot
- Stephanie S. Kelly (Democratic): Labor and employment lawyer, formerly general counsel of Chicago State University and a law firm partner; Injustice Watch reports she did not participate in the CBA screening, which yields a not recommended rating…