South suburban US Rep. Robin Kelly becomes the second candidate to enter what’s expected to be a crowded field to replace retiring US Sen. Dick Durbin.

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly announced her bid for U.S. Senate on Tuesday morning. Kelly made the announcement in a video message shared on social media early Tuesday morning. “I’m running for U.S. Senate because this moment demands proven leaders who have the experience to take on the toughest battles,

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly announced her candidacy in a video, less than two weeks after Sen. Dick Durbin announced he wouldn’t be seeking reelection for a sixth term. Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton announced her bid a day after Durbin's announcement.