The Brief
- Early voting turnout in Chicago has been high, with lines expected to increase this weekend, potentially easing Election Day crowds at certain polling places.
- Popular early voting locations, especially along the lakefront and public transit-accessible areas, have experienced long wait times; voters are encouraged to come prepared and consider alternate locations if lines are lengthy.
- Enhanced security measures include the presence of over 400 retired or off-duty law enforcement agents at polling sites, with officials urging voters to report any irregularities they encounter.
CHICAGO – As Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump reach the homestretch on the campaign trail, voters are turning out in big numbers ahead of time.
Early voting is only going to ramp up Saturday and Sunday, before one final surge on Monday.
At this rate, officials with the Chicago Board of Elections said lines might even be shorter on Election Day, depending on your polling place.…