Illinois Sen. Kirk Dillard is preparing another run for the governor's office. The Hinsdale Republican was re-elected to his state Senate seat by a wide margin in Tuesday's election.

Dillard lost the 2010 Republican Primary to Sen. Bill Brady by just 193 votes. He told WIND Radio on Thursday that he is "more committed to the race now" and that he has a proven track record and statewide recognition from his work with previous Republican governors.

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Associated Press article via WIND-AM: Dillard says he's running for governor in 2014

NBC 5 Chicago blog: Sen. Dillard Confirms Run for Governor