Illinois State House District 8 (unopposed)

Current seat holder: La Shawn Ford.

Shantel Franklin

Shantel Franklin is the Democratic nominee for District 8 of the Illinois House of Representatives, running unopposed in the November 3, 2026 general election. Franklin advanced from the Democratic primary on March 17, 2026 to qualify for the general election ballot in Illinois House of Representatives District 8.

“I'm excited where the district is headed. I live in this district. We have a stake in this district. And I want to see this district advance.” (Austin Weekly News — Candidate Interview)