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DuPage County Sees Strong Voter Turnout in General Election

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West Chicago, IL- DuPage County residents turned out in large numbers for the general election on Tuesday, with a voter turnout reaching 72.54%. According to the latest data, a total of 455,479 ballots were cast out of 627,899 registered voters in the county.

The county saw a significant share of early voting, with 210,419 ballots cast before Election Day. Vote-by-mail participation was also notable, as 87,005 of the 105,090 requested mail-in ballots were returned and counted. Additionally, 158,055 voters cast their ballots on Election Day, with election officials reporting a 100% completion in tabulation by the end of the day.

DuPage County election officials reported no provisional ballots were needed, suggesting a smooth process for voters across early, mail-in, and in-person options.

This high turnout reflects strong civic engagement in DuPage County, as residents cast their votes on key local and statewide propositions and races. The county’s participation aligns with the broader trend of high voter interest across Illinois and the nation in this election cycle.