Kirk Tells Illinois "Take Heart" In Last Speech On Senate Floor
U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk said farewell to his colleagues on Capitol Hill on Friday.
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Duckworth And Kirk Come Together At A Summit, Show Civility
Despite a nasty campaign, the two candidates for U.S. Senate in Illinois came together Friday at an alcohol-free "beer summit."
Duckworth: "It's Time To Heal The Country, Come Together"
After defeating Mark Kirk in the race for U.S. Senate in Illinois, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth said the most important thing is for the American people to unite and work hard for the good of the nation.
Kirk Urges Voters To Go To Polls, Regardless Of Choice For President
"If you had time to go to the Cubs parade, you need to have time to go vote for your country," he said.
Kirk, Duckworth Both Say They Are Healthy Enough To Serve In U.S. Senate
Friday was the final debate between Republican Sen. Mark Kirk and his Democratic challenger, Tammy Duckworth.
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It was the result of comments Kirk made in last week's debate against opponent Tammy Duckworth.
Kirk Apologizes For Mocking Duckworth's Family Military History
Illinois Republican U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk apologized Friday for mocking his Democratic rival's immigrant background and her claim that her family's military service dates back to the Revolution — comments that drew wide criticism and threatened an already difficult re-election campaign.
Illinois Politicians Rally To Get Voters To Cast Ballots
Comptroller candidate Susana Mendoza encourages democrats to "vote blue no matter who."
Some Military Veterans Feel Like Pawns In Fierce Senate Race Between Kirk, Duckworth
Each candidate has made military service an issue, sometimes in negative ways. CBS 2's Rob Johnson reports.
Kirk, Duckworth Square Off In First Debate For U.S. Senate Seat
GOP incumbent Mark Kirk faced off against Democratic challenger Tammy Duckworth at the Chicago Tribune editorial board. CBS 2 Political Reporter Derrick Blakley reports.
Sen. Mark Kirk's Surgeon Released Status On Recovery After Stroke
Senator Mark Kirk's surgeon released Wednesday a letter to the media in regards to Sen. Kirk's recovery since his 2012 stroke.
Duckworth Speaks Out At Clinton Rally
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Sen. Mark Kirk Not Backing Down On Obama-Iran Payment Comments
U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth (D-8th), Kirk's opponent, said his comments about the president were beyond pale.
Democrat Gabby Giffords Endorses GOP Sen. Mark Kirk, Citing Gun-Control Vote
Giffords, a Democrat, is the U.S. representative who was shot and gravely wounded in 2011.
Congressional Candidate Wants Kirk To Apologize For PTSD Joke
U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk's comments comparing dealing with Donald Trump to post-traumatic stress disorder have drawn the ire of a Marine veteran running for Congress.
Kirk Calls For Debate In Spanish With Challenger Duckworth
CBS 2 Special Correspondent Jay Levine talks with the Republican incumbent about his tough bid for re-election.
Kirk Again Trails Duckworth In Fundraising For US Senate Bid
U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth outraised Illinois Republican U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk for the fourth consecutive quarter, giving her a multimillion-dollar cash advantage in a race that could help determine whether Democrats retake control of the Senate.
Sen. Mark Kirk Calls Donald Trump A 'Bully,' Trump Calls Kirk 'Loser'
Kirk, one of the more vulnerable GOP incumbents, has said he will not endorse his party's presumptive presidential candidate.
U.S. Senate Contenders Duckworth, Kirk Hit July 4th Parades
The contest between Republican Mark Kirk and Democrat Tammy Duckworth is considered the nation's top Senate race to watch.
Republican Sen. Kirk: Fundraising More Challenging Here With Trump Atop Ticket
The incumbent admits fundraising is a little harder among Republican donors because of uncertainty over Trump's candidacy.
Duckworth Settles Retaliation Lawsuit; Agreement That No Law Violated
A settlement in the workplace retaliation lawsuit against U.S. Rep. Tammy Duckworth concluded Friday with an agreement that no law was violated, removing an obstacle in bid to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk in one of November's most competitive Senate races.
Mud-Slinging Begins In U.S. Senate Race Between Kirk, Duckworth
Incumbent Mark Kirk, a Republican, and Democratic challenger Tammy Duckworth released their first TV ads, and they're both on the attack.
Judge Allows Workplace Retaliation Case Against Duckworth To Go To Trial
Union County Judge David Boie rejected an effort by government lawyers to dismiss the lawsuit, allowing the case to go to trial in August and remain a campaign issue for Duckworth.
Kirk Meets With Obama's Supreme Court Nominee Garland, Urges GOP To Hold Confirmation Hearings
Sen. Mark Kirk became the first Republican senator to meet with Supreme Court nominee Merrick Garland, complimenting President Barack Obama's pick Tuesday as "one of the most eminent jurists in the country" and criticizing GOP leaders' refusal to hold confirmation hearings or a vote on him.
Duckworth, Kirk Expected To Spend Big In Senate Race
CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reports, Democrats will be clamoring to regain the seat.
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