18th Judicial Circuit, 5th Subcircuit Judge (Vacancy of Fullerton) (DuPage County)

1 candidate · General election, November 3, 2026 · Only voters in this district

What this office does

A judge on the state's main trial court. Hears serious criminal cases (felonies), large civil lawsuits and, in many states, family and probate matters.

Candidates

Terra Costa Howard

Democrat · $156K raised (state filings)
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Who is running for 18th Judicial Circuit, 5th Subcircuit Judge (Vacancy of Fullerton) (DuPage County) in 2026?
Terra Costa Howard (Democrat).
What does this office do?
A judge on the state's main trial court. Hears serious criminal cases (felonies), large civil lawsuits and, in many states, family and probate matters.
Who should I vote for in the 18th Judicial Circuit, 5th Subcircuit Judge (Vacancy of Fullerton) (DuPage County) race?
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When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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