What the Money Says About Chesney, Berning and the Race for Illinois Senate District 45
July 17, 2026 | F4F Election Coverage
The financial gap between Republican State Senator Andrew Chesney and Democratic challenger Joseph Berning is significant—but the numbers reveal more than who has the most money. Fighting4Freeport examines what the candidates' second-quarter campaign finance disclosures say about donor support, campaign infrastructure, grassroots enthusiasm, institutional backing, and whether Democrats are seriously investing in the race for Illinois' 45th Senate District.
Joseph Berning's Second-Quarter Campaign Finance Disclosure
July 16, 2026 | F4F Election Coverage
Democratic State Senate candidate Joseph Berning has filed his second-quarter campaign finance disclosure as he seeks to represent Illinois' 45th Senate District. Fighting4Freeport examines the public filing, breaking down campaign fundraising, contributors, expenditures, in-kind donations, and the campaign's financial position heading into the November 2026 General Election.
Andrew Chesney’s Second-Quarter Campaign Finance Disclosure
July 16, 2026 | F4F Election Coverage
Andrew Chesney has filed his second-quarter campaign finance disclosure with the Illinois State Board of Elections as he seeks reelection to represent Illinois' 45th Senate District. Fighting4Freeport breaks down the report, examining campaign fundraising, major contributors, political committee support, operating expenses, investment activity, and the committee's financial position entering the November 2026 General Election.
When the Parade Passes By
May 26, 2026 | F4F Election Coverage
Memorial Day is supposed to bring communities together. In Freeport, veterans marched, families lined the streets, and Republicans showed up in force. But as the parade passed by and the candy disappeared from the pavement, many residents were left asking the same question: Where were the Stephenson County Democrats?