The next City Council will be seated May 15 and itll face a slew of newcomers, as many longtime alderpeople opted to retire or couldnt run for reelection because they ran in the mayors race. The candidates who made it to the runoff, labor organizer Ana Guajardo and Police Officer Peter Chico, both advocated for hiring more beat cops, as well as investment in the areas public schools and youth programs. Both candidates agree reducing crime is a top priority, and both want to see more investment in mental health and drug treatment programs. Stephanie Coleman Faces 2 Challengers As She Seeks Reelection In 16th Ward", "Ald. In the 21st Ward, seven are running to replace Brookins. The following candidate was certified to appear on the ballot, but dropped out of the race and endorsed Flores: The following candidates filed petitions but were removed from the ballot due to insufficient signatures: The incumbent alderperson, Roberto Maldonado, initially filed petitions to run, but withdrew before ballot certification. WebThe 2023 Chicago mayoral election was held on February 28, 2023, to elect the mayor of Chicago, and former Chicago alderman from the 12th ward (20032022) (endorsed Lightfoot in the first round) Iris Martinez, Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court (2020present) Chicago aldermen. Leslie Hairston In Packed 5th Ward Race", "As Ald. Lightfoot Expects 'More Announcements' As City Hall Faces Great Resignation", "Chicago aldermen embrace The Great Resignation", "City Hall Shake-Up: Why Aldermen Are Retiring In Droves And How It Could Change Chicago Politics", "A look at which Chicago aldermen are not running for reelection in 2023 and why", "14 City Council Races Head to Runoffs, as La Spata Triumphs, But Gardiner and Taliaferro Fall Short", "Chicago's Getting 13 New Alderpeople. The following candidate was removed from the ballot due to insufficient petition signatures: The following candidate filed petitions to appear on the ballot but withdrew prior to ballot certification: The following candidate filed petitions but was removed from the ballot due to filing an economic statement, not with Cook County:[33], The following candidate filed petitions but was removed from the ballot due to insufficient signatures:[33], Incumbent alderperson David H. Moore is running uncontested. Ald. Roderick Sawyer Runs For Mayor, These 11 South Siders Hope To Succeed Him", "Sean Flynn, Ald. Desmon Yancy and Martina Tina Hone faced off to represent the 5th Ward, where the Obama Presidential Center is among the most prominent issues. Chicago Aldermanic Joe Dunne and Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth are facing off for Chicago's 48th Ward. Michael Scott Jr. (24th), who resigned to take a job with Cinespace Studios. [13] After months of debate, Rules Committee chair Michelle Harris announced on May 9, 2022, that a tentative deal had been reached with the support of 41 aldermen that would create 16 Black-majority wards, 14 Latino-majority wards, and one Asian American-majority ward. The membership of the City Council will feature at least 16 new members compared to the winners of the previous election. Leslie Hairston In City Council", "Ald. With America's migrant crisis expected to go from bad to worse, Chicago city leaders are In the 24th Ward, a recently appointed incumbent whose family name represents a ward dynasty appeared poised to hold off a challenger making his second attempt at the seat. Ruth Cruz, left, and Jessica Gutirrez are in a runoff in the 30th Ward race. "Some of these folks are progressive left and are more likely to be part of the Democratic Socialist of America Caucus in City Council," Washington said. Derrick Curtis Facing Community Organizer Heather Wills In 18th Ward Race", "Ald. Nicole Lee in the 11th Ward. SEE ALSO: North Side city council representation undergoing major change with 4 long term aldermen retiring. [23] She was first elected in 2019. Elections will be held for Mayor of Chicago, City Clerk of Chicago, City Treasurer Chicago election officials Tuesday finalized the results of the runoff, memorializing wins for Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson and 14 members of the City Council that were forced into the runoff because no winner scored a majority of votes in the Feb. 28 general election. Inauguration day for Mayor-elect Johnson, City Council, Clerk Anna Valencia and Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin is set for May 15, though a location has not been announced yet. Jason Ervin Unopposed For 4th Term After All 3 Challengers Kicked Off Ballot", "Ald. Here is a list of the people who have served as an alderman since that time. Will 1st Ward Voters Give It To Him? Brian Comer, left, is challenging Ald. The city broke a municipal early vote record on April 3, when election officials encouraged early turnout to avoid storms forecast for Election Day. Recent polls have found Vallas, 69, and Johnson, 46, to be neck and neck with only a few percentage points separating them. Incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot ran for re-election, and faced eight challengers: Kam Buckner (member of Illinois House of Representatives),[3] Willie Wilson (businessman and perennial candidate),[4][5] Roderick Sawyer (member of the Chicago City Council),[6] Sophia King (member of the Chicago City Council),[7] Ja'Mal Green (community activist),[8] Paul Vallas (former CEO of Chicago Public Schools),[9] Brandon Johnson (member of the Cook County Board of Commissioners),[10] and Jesus "Chuy" Garca (U.S. Representative from Illinois's 4th congressional district). Tom Tunney In 44th Ward After Challenger Knocked Off Ballot", "5 Candidates Are Challenging Ald. In the end, Knudsen won with just under 53% of the vote. As of Tuesday evening, the Chicago Board of Elections said 530,382 ballots have been cast so far for the April 4th election. (Antonio Perez and Brian Cassella/ Chicago Tribune). 2023 Chicago elections - Wikipedia Prentice Butler, left and Rep. Lamont Robinson are in a runoff for Chicago's 4th Ward. 1 issue on everybodys mind, as it is today., That means the Councils gonna have to work together. With many alderpersons choosing not to run for reelection, decades of institutional knowledge will be lost when Its who is leaving and the decades of institutional knowledge the Council is losing. And attorney Anabel Abarca, 37, was the mayors choice to replace her former boss, 12th Ward Ald. Prentice Butler, left and Rep. Lamont Robinson are in a runoff for Chicago's 4th Ward. Nick Sposato To Represent Northwest Side's 38th Ward", "Ald. Ald. Petitions can be circulated starting on August 30, 2022, and must be filed by November 28, 2022. A look at where the rebuilding Bears stand after general manager Ryan Poles second NFL Draft. Final results showed Ruth Cruz edged out Jessica Gutirrez by 291 votes. Ald. Theres already been a change and a bit of a youth movement thanks to four aldermanic appointments in rapid succession. The ward covers parts of Hyde Park, South Shore, West Woodlawn and Greater Grand Crossing, and some are concerned the presidential center would push residents and small businesses out of these neighborhoods. Monique Scott in the 24th Ward. In February of this year, 566,973 voters came out to the polls, voted early in-person or voted through the mail, for a voter turnout of nearly 35.9%. Ald. Taliaferro, fresh off an unsuccessful run for a judgeship last year, was forced into a runoff by just a few dozen votes in the Feb. 28 election. Turnout in runoffs has been both up and down in Chicago. Electing Angela as 46th Ward Alderwoman would mean another much-needed strong, community-centered leader on City Council", "Angela will make an incredible next Alderperson of the 46th Ward and I'm proud to endorse her", "I am excited to announce that I am supporting Angela Clay for 46th Ward Alderperson! Also unopposed is Bennett Lawson, Tunneys chief of staff, who is running unopposed for that seat. Brian Comer, left, is challenging Ald. Those returns helped push Brandon Johnsons win over challenger Paul Vallas from 51.44% on the night of the election to 52.16% at the time of proclamation, and tip the scales for certain aldermanic races that were too close to call election night. Pressed on how many of the races her organization can realistically expect to win, Tai said, Were trying to win all of them. Anthony Beale Faces 2 Challengers In 9th Ward Race", "Race For 9th Ward Alderman Shrinks As Beale Challenger Drops Out", "As Sadlowski Garza Steps Aside, 5 Candidates Are Vying For The Southeast Side's City Council Seat", "Meet the 10th Ward Candidate: Ana Guajardo", "scar Sanchez, East Sider Who Went On Hunger Strike To Protest General Iron, Running For 10th Ward Alderperson", "Meet the 10th Ward Candidate: scar Snchez", "Canvass for Safe, Healthy, Thriving Communitites: Brandon Johnson & Oscar Sanchez", "you voted and we've got the results right here Sunrise Chicago is proud to share our endorsements for the upcoming electionwe're ready to throw down for these candidates in the next few months keep up with us so you can see next steps and join the fun ", "Six Candidates Are Challenging Ald. Martina "Tina" Hone and Desmon Yancy are in a runoff in Chicago's 5th Ward. WebOnce confirmed, the appointed Alderman will remain in place until the next aldermanic election in 2023. Robinsons and Butlers campaigns emphasized their experience in government, with Robinson focusing on his connections at the state level and Butler on his community engagement. The 6th Ward includes parts of the Chatham and Park Manor neighborhoods, and was represented by Roderick Sawyer before he stepped down last June to run for mayor. [11], Candidates who expressed interest but ultimately declined to run include Arne Duncan (former U.S. Secretary of Education),[12][13][14] Mike Quigley (U.S. Representative from Illinois's 5th congressional district),[15] and John Catanzara (president of Lodge 7 of the Fraternal Order of Police). Tai said she hopes the new Council will be far more progressive, paving the way for a legislative agenda filled with keeping promises Lightfoot broke. Chicago alderperson eyes a seat on the bench in 2022 election Critiques of incumbent Ald. Raymond Lopez who has led the fight against Mayor Lori Lightfoots continued failures to reduce crime and her negative policies that have undermined the Chicago Police Department, announced his candidacy for Mayor of Chicago on Wednesday April 6, 2022. Brandon Johnson elected Chicago's next mayor, Full coverage of mayoral race, city council seats and more. That's the most in a city election since February 1999 when 623,755 ballots were cast. Taliaferro, who was just 25 votes short of avoiding a runoff, has led the ward since 2005. 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This Illinois elections-related article is a stub. @CDRosa joins the handful of other aldermen who *will not* face a challenger in February", "3 Candidates Are Challenging Ald. Roderick Sawyer in 6th ward, Officer Peter Chico wins Southeast Sides 10th, Ald. As of 10 p.m. Tuesday, the race was still close to call. Knudsen and Taliaferro were one of several incumbent aldermen who won in the runoff. I appreciate the time of service in the 4th Ward the last 12 years. Moreno lost his seat in 2019 after a string of scandals. City of Chicago :: 24th Ward Alderman Selection Process The political newcomer is a longtime pastor and activist in the ward. Michele Smith, Despite controversies, Ald. 2023 Chicago aldermanic election - Wikipedia "They spoke last night.". Each alderperson represents one of Chicago's 50 wards. The elections are non-partisan and use a two-round system where the top two finishers compete in a second-round run-off if no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote in the first round. "Even his most staunch supporter, Congressman Davis, ran for mayor and congressman and was unsuccessful, but it didn't mean he was less committed to the people in the area that he served at the time.". Monique Scott Faces Crowded Field To Keep West Side's 24th Ward Seat After Taking Over Brother's Post", "CPS Educator Aida Flores Running For 25th Ward Alderperson Again", "First Responder Daniel Montes Challenging Ald. Since its incorporation as a city in 1837 Chicago had been divided into wards whose number varied but which were almost always entitled to two aldermen. Felix Cardona Jr. Faces Community Activist In 31st Ward Race", "Ald. ", "Chicago DSA Endorses Ambria Taylor and Warren Williams", "4 People Apply to Fill Vacant 12th Ward Chicago City Council Seat, Including Outgoing Alderperson's Pick", "Newly Appointed Southwest Side Alderperson Faces Community Organizer In Bid For 12th Ward Seat", "Ald. WebUnofficial results of the Chicago aldermanic races on Feb. 28, 2023. Gilbert Villegas declares victory over CTU leader, Recently appointed Ald. The Chicago Sun-Times reports the top issues in the ward, which include parts of the West and Northwest sides, are crime and drug use. Johnson. I dont think that collaborative relationship has been there under Lightfoot, Tunney said. We have a real, generational opportunity for change [with] a new City Council responsive to the will of the people that puts the needs of poor, working-class Black and immigrant communities first, instead of pushing them to the side like so many Councils and administrations have done before them, said Emma Tai, executive director of United Working Families. Jim Gardiner To Represent Far Northwest Side's 45th Ward", "Portage Park Business Owner, Community Advocate James Suh Joins Race To Unseat Ald. Sophia King left her council seat to run for mayor, the wards aldermanic race narrowed to state Rep. Lamont Robinson and Prentice Butler, Kings chief of staff. Michael Rodriguez Faces 2 Challengers For 22nd Ward Seat", "Ald. Chicago City Council elections: What will it look like after the [11] The former map proposed 16 majority-Black wards and 14 majority-Latino wards while the latter map proposed 16 majority-Black wards and 15 majority-Latino wards. (Campaign photo and Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune). Ald. Ald. Tom Tunney Endorses Chief Of Staff Bennett Lawson To Replace Him As 44th Ward Alderman", "Bennett Lawson Will Likely Succeed Ald. All Rights Reserved. So has former Inspector General Joe Ferguson, who branded Chicago the only major city in the United States that allows its mayor to dictate the lineup of Council committee chairs, who determine what legislation gets heard or if it gets heard at all. WebNoteworthy elections. Matt O'Shea Faces 2 Challengers As He Seeks 4th Term In 19th Ward", "2 Challengers Taking On Ald. Incumbent City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin ran uncontested for a second full-term. Nobody seems to be able to figure out what has he done. So were shooting for a majority to make these things real for people who have deserved them for a very long time.. Mayor Lori Lightfoot appointed Nicole Lee alderman in March 2022 when former Ald. ", "Our first round of aldermanic endorsements are @taylorfor20th @AldermanLaSpata @RossanaFor33 @NickWardFor48 and @CDRosa. However, her opponent, Chicago Police instructor Anthony Ciaravino, also has connections to the Daleys. Read the stories: Rep. Lamont Robinson Wins 4th Ward Race To Replace Ald. Timmy Knudsen in the 43rd Ward. Theres also the question of how progressive, aggressive and persistent their replacements will be, or whether the newbies will be moderate, passive and willing to be led by the mayor. RELATED: Brandon Johnson elected Chicago's next mayor. Both candidates say public safety is a big issue in the historic South Side ward, and both are hoping take the ward in a new direction. Challenger Chris Cleary filed nominating petitions, but withdrew before ballot certification. 1 issue across every neighborhood in Chicago, and thats not gonna change even though United Working Families wants to eliminate hundreds of vacancies in the Chicago Police Departments $1.94 billion budget, as well as CPDs newly enlarged advertising budget. The Council has always been fairly acquiescent to the mayor, the operative said. Sophia King In South Side's 4th Ward", "4th Ward aldermanic candidate Paul Pearson knocked off ballot", "State Rep. Lamont Robinson The Latest To Announce Bid For Ald. The City Council is gonna be young. Nearly 54,000 mail ballots, which had to be postmarked by Election Day to be counted, continued to trickle in between April 4 and the April 18 deadline, according to the board. ", "2023 Chicago City Council Elections Preview Part One", "One City Council race is already heating up", "Ald. Butler conceded Tuesday night. He missed the 50% mark on February 28 by a few dozen votes. ", "Angela Clay 46 Ward Aldermanic Candidate on Instagram: "I'm happy to accept the endorsement of the 33rd Ward Working Families! For those candidates who didnt win outright in the Feb. 28 Chicago election by securing more than 50% of the vote, there is one more election in Chicago the runoff on April 4 where the top two vote-getters in the race for mayor and more than a dozen aldermanic races will face off one last time. State Rep. Lamont Robinson set to become next alderman of the 4th Ward on the South Side, Small margin separates candidates in 5th Ward with future of Obama Center a key issue in the race, William Hall declares victory over Richard Wooten for 6th Ward alderman on the South Side, Chicago cop Peter Chico to become the next alderman of the Southeast Sides 10th Ward, Ald. Descent into alcoholism cost him Council seat; now, Proco Joe Moreno hits comeback trail, Burger Sting: Burke tried to shake down fast-food execs to get business for law firm, feds say, Tunney joins exodus from Chicago City Council, Kitchen cabinets, sump pumps were kickbacks, says indictment charging Ald. Chris Taliaferro in the 29th Ward. Retiring 44th Ward Ald. CB Johnson, left, is challenging Ald. Alderman Michelle Harris is running for reelection of the #Great8thWard! Alderman Jim Gardiner is just finishing his first term and will now likely be a veteran on the council. With 95% of precincts reporting, Ald. The closest was in the 30th Ward race on the Northwest Side to succeed outgoing Ald. Thats where Burke precinct captain Raul Reyes is squaring off against Jeylu Gutierrez, district director for Cook County Commissioner Alma Anaya, who is endorsed by mayoral challenger Jesus Chuy Garcia. The answers will determine whether Chicago has another rubber-stamp Council or if it ends up with the strong-Council, weak-mayor form of government outlined in its municipal code. The selection committee is made up of Another 46 years of experience will be lost with the exits of George Cardenas (12th), Michele Smith (43rd), James Cappleman (46th) and Harry Osterman (48th). "And that's exciting, because that's how we see things changing and we see progress.". Anthony Beale (9th) has gone even further. Creative Scott, left, is challenging Ald. Turnout by age and gender will not be available until later this week, but early returns showed the number of young people voting rose compared to the first round of the election in February. Peter Chico and Ana Guajardo are in a runoff for Chicago's 10th Ward. Tunney, owner of Ann Sather Restaurants and a former chairman of the Illinois Restaurant Association, said his concerns are a little more sophisticated than Sposatos. But that doesnt quite explain the generational changing of the guard going on this time. Johnson in 29th Ward, College administrator and former teacher vie for open 30th Ward seat, In 36th Ward, two-term Ald. Timmy Knudsen challenged by Brian Comer in heated 43rd Ward race, the retirement of three-term incumbent Ald. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Alderman Chris Taliaferro is seeking a third term after serving for the past eight years of the 29th Ward, which includes multiple West Side neighborhoods including Austin, Galewood, and Montclare. Sophia King, state Rep. Lamont Robinson appeared to be cruising to victory Tuesday over Prentice Butler, Kings chief of staff, in the 4th Ward, representing the South Loop, the Bronzeville lakefront neighborhood, Prairie Shores, South Commons and Kenwood. Incumbent Ald. "There are some new young progressives also moving in, and so there is going to be a mix of old school and younger voices," said Grace Chan McKibben, Coalition for a Better Chinese American Community. Roderick Sawyer, who chose not to run for another term when he made an ultimately unsuccessful bid for mayor.. Peter Chico and Ana Guajardo are in a runoff for Chicago's 10th Ward. Chicago Runoff Election Results: Real-time updates as That seems to be the culture of the city at this point. [2], Incumbent alderperson Brian K. Hopkins (elected 2015) is running uncontested. (Armando L. Sanchez and Antonio Perez/ Chicago Tribune). David Moore's Former Chief Of Staff, Challenging Ald. Authorities continue search for Texas man suspected of killing 5, Mom warns others after son severely burned from social media challenge, NW Side restaurant burglarized 4 times in 5 weeks, owners say: VIDEO. Tuesdays proclamation also solidifies the makeup of the new City Council, which is younger and considered more progressive than the one that just ended. Two retiring and indicted alderpersons City Council dean Edward Burke (14th) and deputy dean Carrie Austin (34th) will be walking out the door with 83 years of seniority between them. While many of the candidates in the 14 runoff races on April 4 ballots declared victory or accepted defeat on Election Day, others were too close to call in the days immediately following the election. Chris Taliaferro managed to hold on to his seat, besting community activist CB Johnson by 308 votes. He is trying to defend his short record particularly on public safety, a key issue in the ward by positioning himself as a thinker on policing strategy. Marty Quinn, Top Madigan Ally, Faces Former Inspector General Staffer In 13th Ward Race", "Indicted Ald. Cruz is an assistant director of admissions at Roosevelt University. CHICAGO (CBS) Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx announced Tuesday she won't be running for re-election next year. In Chicago's 11th Ward, which includes Chinatown and Bridgeport, incumbent Nicole Lee is being challenged by Anthony Ciaravino. Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth Declares Upset Victory In 48th Ward Also close was the race on the West Side in the 29th Ward where incumbent Ald. Mayor Lori Lightfoot to Texas Governor: 'Stop the inhumane, It was the citys first nonpartisan municipal election and 623,755 total ballots were cast that year. Im gonna take an active role in trying to make sure that the Council and the next administration is respectful of the business community, he said. Howard Brookins Steps Aside, 7 Hopefuls Battle To Succeed Him In 21st Ward", "Ayana Clark, Rep. Bobby Rush's Staffer, Running To Unseat Longtime 21st Ward Ald. As of Tuesday evening, the Chicago Board of Elections said 530,382 ballots have been cast so far for the April 4th election. Timmy Knudsen in the 43rd Ward. [33], The following candidates filed petitions but were removed from the ballot due to insufficient signatures:[33], The following candidates filed petitions but withdrew before ballot certification:[33]. Anthony "Tony" Ciaravino is challenging Ald. Thats obviously a concern to me as someone who believes in economic development. (Eva Ho and Youngrae Kim/Chicago Tribune). All 50 seats in the City Council are up for election. Sophia King's 4th Ward Seat", "12 Hopefuls Aim To Replace Ald. Key to those programs are employment opportunities. Retired firefighter Cornell Dantzler and community organizer Ronnie Mosley were in a tight race Tuesday. He was dogged by controversies ranging from areported federal investigationinto whether he sought to withhold services in the 45th Ward from residents who opposed his agenda toleaked profane textsabout political colleagues and alleged remarks likeningdetractors to rats.Gardiner denied targeting any person for being critical of my representation of them in office and apologized for those texts.
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