That could set the stage for the electorate to send even more veterans packing. Taliaferro is the chair of the powerful Chicago City Council Public Safety Committee. Monique Scott, 50, was appointed to fill the seat vacated by her brother, former Ald. Mary Ann Smith while progressive organizations and mayoral candidate Brandon Johnson support Manaa-Hoppenworth. In the zig-zagging 29th ward, which includes parts of Austin, Galewood and Montclare, former Chicago police sergeant Ald. Cornell Dantzler, left, and Ronnie Mosley are running for the 21st Ward seat. Timmy Knudsen in the 43rd Ward. Angela Clay, left, and Kim Walz are in a runoff for Chicago's 46th Ward. Copyright 2023 WLS-TV. The City Council Chamber at City Hall. Incumbent 45th Ward Ald. One incumbent lost in the first round and five others were forced into a runoff, where all five won. The city broke a municipal early vote record on April 3, when election officials encouraged early turnout to avoid storms forecast for Election Day. Eight council seats will be decided in the runoff election in April. Sean Kevin checks in to vote on Election Day at Roden Library in the 41st Ward on April 4, 2023, in Chicago. [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. Its not just that 16 of the 50 members elected four years ago have either departed, opted to run for mayor or decided not to seek reelection. (Eva Ho and Youngrae Kim/Chicago Tribune). Daniel LaSpata is trying to prevent his predecessor, Proco Joe Moreno, from making a political comeback. Jim Gardiner has fought his reputation for scandals in his campaign against his challenger, lawyer Megan Mathias. Howard Brookins Jr. announced his retirement last year. But Johnson, who is supported by Congressman Danny Davis, has accused the incumbent of being absent in the ward and criticized Taliaferro's recent failed bid for Cook County Circuit Court Judge. While turnout at nearly 38.7% was only slightly higher than recent years, it was the highest ballot count of any municipal election since February of 1999, Chicago Board of Elections spokesman Max Bever said. Chicago elections 2023: City Council poised for big changes with multiple races up for grabs Unclear who among over 170 Chicago aldermen candidates will win, Brandon Johnson elected Chicago's next mayor, Full coverage of mayoral race, city council seats and more. Ald. Chicago Election 2023: Full coverage of mayoral race, city council seats and more, "The current alderman has always been missing," Johnson said. It was the citys first nonpartisan municipal election and 623,755 total ballots were cast that year. Timmy Knudsen to represent Lincoln Park. [102] Two other candidates filed nominating petitions, but one (Beverly Miles) was removed from the ballot due to insufficient signatures and another (Timothy Gladney) withdrew before ballot certification. "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. Chris Taliaferro managed to hold on to his seat, besting community activist CB Johnson by 308 votes. The ward includes the Lincoln Park, Old Town Triangle and Gold Coast neighborhoods. Chicago Election 2023: Full coverage of mayoral race, city council seats and more "The current alderman has always been missing," Johnson said. (Antonio Perez and Brian Cassella/ Chicago Tribune). Ariel Reboyras Retiring, 4 Candidates Are Running To Be The Next 30th Ward Alderperson", "After Close Race In 2019, Jessica Gutirrez Running For 30th Ward Aldermanic Seat Again", "Ald. [9], In 2021, the City Council began debate over new ward map boundaries as part of the redistricting process following the 2020 United States census. As of Tuesday evening, the Chicago Board of Elections said 530,382 ballots have been cast so far for the April 4th election. All 50 seats in the City Council are up for election. Felix Cardona Jr. Faces Community Activist In 31st Ward Race", "Ald. Cruz is an assistant director of admissions at Roosevelt University. 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. Megan Mathias, left, and Ald. [33] Challenger Richard Mpistolarides filed petitions, but was removed from the ballot for allegedly circulating petitions with a false address.[110]. Retired firefighter Cornell Dantzler and community organizer Ronnie Mosley were in a tight race Tuesday. A total of 613,795 Chicago voters cast ballots in the runoff. (Shanna Madison and Terrence Anto / Chicago Tribune). CHICAGO (CBS) Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx announced Tuesday she won't be running for re-election next year. With America's migrant crisis expected to go from bad to worse, Chicago city leaders are calling for help. Both the married father of three from Bridgeport and Lee led a crowded field of candidates by each receiving just over 30% of the vote. That's the most in a city election since February 1999 when 623,755 ballots were cast. Hall's opponent, Richard Wooten, is also a pastor and businessman who retired after more than two decades in the Chicago Police Department. Ald. William Hall, left, and Richard Wooten are in a runoff in Chicago's 6th Ward. 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. What will the next Chicago City Council look like? Angela Clay, left, and Kim Walz are in a runoff for Chicago's 46th Ward. ", "2023 Chicago City Council Elections Preview Part One", "One City Council race is already heating up", "Ald. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. However, her opponent, Chicago Police instructor Anthony Ciaravino, also has connections to the Daleys. "Hopefully there will be a resolution tonight, because we had enough overtime," challenger CB Johnson said. The City Council is gonna be young. "And that's exciting, because that's how we see things changing and we see progress.". Maria Hadden Faces 2 Challengers In Race For Rogers Park Alderperson", "CPS Teacher Vying For 50th Ward Seat Drawn Out Of District In Remapping But Won't Quit: 'No Map Is Going To Stop Us', "CTU House of Delegates makes early endorsements for the 2023 municipal election", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=2023_Chicago_aldermanic_election&oldid=1150832039, February 2023 events in the United States, Short description with empty Wikidata description, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Former senior director of Youth Policy for City of Chicago, Senior PeopleSoft Security Administrator at, Former director of the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce, Chief Engagement Officer for office of Mayor, City planner at Department of Planning and Development. Lee, who was appointed by Mayor Lori Lightfoot in March 2022, will face off against Chicago Police Department training officer Anthony Ciaravino on April 4. 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. Roberto Maldonado withdraws from race for Chicago City Council", "Another one bites the dust: Ald. 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. (Eileen T. Meslar and Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune). (Brian Cassella and Eileen Mesler/Chicago Tribune). Prentice Butler, left and Rep. Lamont Robinson are in a runoff for Chicago's 4th Ward. Both candidates agree reducing crime is a top priority, and both want to see more investment in mental health and drug treatment programs. Peter Chico and Ana Guajardo are in a runoff for Chicago's 10th Ward. Ive learned so much in this campaign, and I thank the community for giving me the opportunity to serve the past decade., Martina "Tina" Hone and Desmon Yancy are in a runoff in Chicago's 5th Ward. I think theres gonna be an effort to address issues like mental health, he said, along with affordable housing and homelessness., Osterman, who chairs the Councils housing committee, said all those issues have grown since the pandemic, but public safety, going into the next summer, is gonna be the No. Also close was the race on the West Side in the 29th Ward where incumbent Ald. Tai called out Mayor Lori Lightfoot for what she described as a string of broken promises: to reopen mental health clinics closed by her predecessor; to tax high-end real estate sales; and to end what Tai called sacrifice zones areas in the city where industry is often located and residents are left bearing the brunt of asthma, cancer [and] environmental pollution.. Thousands of American workers are sickened or injured on the job every day. In the 43rd Ward, Brian Comer had initially refused to concede to appointed Ald. Nick Sposato To Represent Northwest Side's 38th Ward", "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. In this years runoff only 43% of voters cast their ballot in person on April 4, while 30% voted early in-person and 26.3% voted by mail, officials said. Tom Tunney, is shown inside the Belmont Street Ann Sather location in 2020. That could be a factor why Lee, a former United Airlines executive and Chicago's first Chinese American alderman, was forced into a runoff. Carrie Austin with bribery, Mayor Lori Lightfoot urges Texas Gov. "We will adapt and overcome," Gardiner said. All Rights Reserved. WBEZ brings you fact-based news and information. Roderick Sawyer: Chicago Needs a Mayor That Leads with Collaboration, Not Confrontation", "Ald. Chris Taliaferro faces challenge from community activist C.B. Tunney considered joining the crowded field of mayoral challengers before opting to retire from politics, calling the Council not a good place to work these days. He pointed specifically to Lightfoots contentious relationship with the Council from the very start of her term. Gilbert Gil Villegas, who won a third term. Those are the aldermanic races, and with a dozen incumbents not running for reelection and several others are facing tough fights, Election Night could get interesting. Read the stories: Rep. Lamont Robinson Wins 4th Ward Race To Replace Ald. Elections will be held for Mayor of Chicago, City Clerk of Chicago, City Treasurer Gilbert Villegas declared victory Tuesday over his challenger, a Chicago Teachers Union leader, in the 36th Ward ateeter-totter-shaped warddrastically redrawn by City Council in a fit ofpolitical piqueduringlast years uglyremapbattle. I dont think that there will be an effort to defund police. James Cappleman Won't Seek Re-Election After Three Terms Serving Uptown Area", "Ald. April 25, 2023 / 1:17 PM / CBS Chicago. Whatever happens, there will be many new faces on City Council. The elections are part of the 2023 Chicago elections, which include elections for Mayor, City Clerk, and City Treasurer. We can do more to protect workers, a labor executive writes. "They spoke last night.". Gilbert Villegas also held on to their seats. Derrick Curtis Facing Community Organizer Heather Wills In 18th Ward Race", "Ald. Leslie Hairston In Packed 5th Ward Race", "As Ald. We saw how easy it was over the past four years for the mayor to break her promises to us. Ruth Cruz, left, and Jessica Gutirrez are in a runoff in the 30th Ward race. Public safety is the No. Chicago alderman elections 2023: City Council poised And attorney Anabel Abarca, 37, was the mayors choice to replace her former boss, 12th Ward Ald. Incumbent City Clerk Anna Valencia ran uncontested for a second full term and a third overall term. Patrick Daley Thompson in 11th Ward? Ariel Reboyras. Carrie Austin Will Retire, She Says, As Proposed Map Draws Her Out Of Ward", "Woodlawn Resident, Community Organizer Gabriel Piemonte Running To Replace Ald. WebThese include: election calendars, information on filing of nominating papers, information on filing objections, and historical information/reference materials on past Electoral Board WebApril 18, 2023 Last day that a mailed Vote By Mail ballot (postmarked or certified April 4 or earlier) may arrive at the Election Board to be included in the count. We had a wonderful time with our neighbors, friends, and supporters!! The following candidates launched campaigns but withdrew before filing nominating petitions: Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. [7][1][8] Elected alderpersons will be sworn in on May 15, 2023. [118] Challenger Nathan Bean filed nominating petitions, but was removed from the ballot for improperly filing paperwork. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Mayor Lori Lightfoot to Texas Governor: 'Stop the inhumane, It also is important that new aldermen, while theyre focusing on the urgent stuff in their community, are working collaboratively on the bigger issues, Osterman said. Nobody seems to be able to figure out what has he done. Weve got to make sure weve got candidates in there that understand the importance of a solid economy and a safe city balancing the needs of companies and workers alike, Tunney told the Sun-Times. Unsure of where to vote? Will 1st Ward Voters Give It To Him? 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. Chicago Alderman Voters in Chicago cast their ballots Tuesday for mayor and alderman in 14 wards. (Stacey Wescott / Chicago Tribune). That means a new face on the council regardless of who wins. Taliaferro, 57, a former Chicago police officer who served in the U.S. Marines, almost avoided a runoff. 2023 Chicago aldermanic election - Wikipedia 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. 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. Anthony Napolitano Faces Edison Park Organizer In Race For 41st Ward Seat", "5 Candidates Vying To Unseat Lightfoot-Appointed Ald. Jeanette Taylor As She Seeks 2nd Term Representing 20th Ward", "As Ald. Patrick Daley Thompson (11th) leaves the Dirksen Federal Courthouse in February 2022 after being found guilty of lying to federal regulators and cheating on his tax returns. The Chicago City Council sees its share of turnover in every election cycle. The Law Did Not Treat Them Kindly. Total vote tabulation takes this long, in part, because of the time it can take for mail ballots to return to the board. Each alderperson represents one of Chicago's 50 wards. Gilbert Villegas declares victory over CTU leader, Recently appointed Ald. Ald. The race to represent the affluent 43rd Ward encompassing Lincoln Park and part of the Gold Coast has been among the most heated aldermanic contests this cycle. William Hall, left, and Richard Wooten are in a runoff in Chicago's 6th Ward. Leslie Hairston was another close one: community organizer Desmon Yancy ended up defeating Martina Tina Hone, Mayor Lori Lightfoots chief engagement officer, by 426 votes. With 93% of precincts reporting, Mosley had 51% of the vote to 49% for Dantzler, according to unofficial results from the Chicago Board of Elections. Here's Who Is Running To Replace Him", "Jeylu Gutierrez for Alderperson of the 14th Ward", "Ald. In the Feb. 28 election, Jessica Gutirrez came in first, with nearly 38% of the vote, while Cruz was the runner-up, with 27%. Nicole Lee in the 11th Ward. RELATED: Brandon Johnson elected Chicago's next mayor. Two-term Ald. "It's actually affecting the Italian community because the Asian community is kind of upping the price and doing all of the developments," Abdullah said. Pat Dowell, chair of the budget committee. Roderick Sawyer in 6th ward, Officer Peter Chico wins Southeast Sides 10th, Ald. Check out our list of polling places. #RiderConsultingGroup #LawOfficesofTedLondon #AshlaurConstruction #ZPACTVENTURES", "Longtime Far South Side Ald. Mayor Lightfoot, Senator Elgie Sims, and Cook County Commissioner Stan Moore were in attendance to support Michelle Harris. Incumbent Ald. And we did the work. Ed Burke Is Retiring After 54 Years In Office. The two were the last to survive the six-way race in February. Jim Gardiners first term on the Chicago City Council went beyond the usual complaints about crime, business development and potholes. Also unopposed is Bennett Lawson, Tunneys chief of staff, who is running unopposed for that seat. Harry Osterman Won't Seek Reelection After Three Terms As Edgewater, Uptown Alderman", "Lopez Rules Out Reelection Bid for City Council, Says He Is 'All In' with Mayoral Bid", "Ald. Alderman Jim Gardiner is just finishing his first term and will now likely be a veteran on the council. 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. Pat Dowell Will Run Unopposed After All 3 Challengers Booted From February Ballot", "Pritzker slams DeSantis for blocking AP course", "Meet The 7 Candidates Running To Replace Ald. (Antonio Perez and Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune). Jim Gardiner, Attorney Megan Mathias", "Uptown Activist, Political Organizer Angela Clay Announces 2nd Run For Alderwoman", "6 Candidates Running To Replace Retiring Ald. ", "City Council Approves Elected Board to Oversee Chicago Police with 36-13 Vote", "Chicago residents can run for a seat on the newly-created police District Councils The TRiiBE", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=2023_Chicago_elections&oldid=1148597324, February 2023 events in the United States, Short description with empty Wikidata description, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 7 April 2023, at 04:42. With 96% of precincts reporting, Clay had received 56% of the votes to Walzs 44%, according to unofficial results. Live results for every race are being updated below. [24], Elections were held for 22 newly-created police district councils, one for each of the city's police districts. The rich are getting richer. While the race for Chicago mayor will undoubtedly leave many anxiously awaiting results, a number of other big races will be decided across the city that will play a big role in shaping the City Council for the next mayor. Moreno lost his seat in 2019 after a string of scandals. The powerful Daley family is supporting Lee, whose father was a political aide for former Mayor Richard M. Daley. Timmy Knudsen challenged by Brian Comer in heated 43rd Ward race, the retirement of three-term incumbent Ald. The Northwest Side ward stretches across neighborhoods including Belmont Cragin, Old Irving Park, Portage Park and Avondale. What will the next Chicago City Council look like? Theres already been a change and a bit of a youth movement thanks to four aldermanic appointments in rapid succession. The Council had been shifting a little bit to the left of center. [But] I dont have any reason to believe the City Council is gonna get this huge independent streak. Creative Scott, left, is challenging Ald. 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. Chicago Election Nicole Lee elected to first full term in 11th Ward, Tight race in 21st Ward on South Side as former firefighter takes on community organizer, Ald. [119], Incumbent alderperson Matt Martin (elected 2019) is running uncontested for re-election.[33]. Not all ballots made it back: 33,173 mail ballots were sent to voters but not returned, either with a timely postmark or at all, Bever said. The most crowded races are in the 5th and 6th wards, with 11 candidates each. Chicago Aldermanic Knudsen faces a challenge lifelong ward resident Brian Comer, the head of the Sheffield Neighborhood Association. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago's municipal election was Tuesday night, but a lot of aldermanic races are still undecided. 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. 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. Timmy Knudsen was appointed to the seat by Mayor Lori Lightfoot only about six months ago following the retirement of three-term incumbent Ald. 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Burnett, a 28-year-veteran who has been a loyal supporter of every mayor he has ever served under, will be the new City Council dean. Considering those stakes, its no wonder business leaders have created a big-money PAC to prevent the Council from turning sharply to the left and why United Working Families, a progressive group with close ties to the Chicago Teachers Union, has endorsed 18 Council candidates. ", "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. Elections will be held for Mayor of Chicago, City Clerk of Chicago, City Treasurer of Chicago, all 50 members of the Chicago City Council, and 66 members of the newly-created police District Councils. Joe Dunne and Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth are facing off for Chicago's 48th Ward. Timmy Knudsen In 43rd Ward Race", "Ald. Chicago Vying for the 30th Ward seat vacated by longtime Ald. [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. Chris Taliaferro is in a runoff against CB Johnson, the longtime leader of a nonprofit that helps people recovering from drug use. Whitt is on the executive board of the Chicago Teachers Union and has experience as an educator, community organizer and labor advocate. The closest was in the 30th Ward race on the Northwest Side to succeed outgoing Ald. His opponent, 62-year-old CB Johnson, is a longtime community organizer who has led a drug recovery non-profit. Among the contests getting lots of attention is the proxy battle to succeed Burke in the 14th Ward. Tuesdays proclamation also solidifies the makeup of the new City Council, which is younger and considered more progressive than the one that just ended. ", "Sam Royko, Son Of Famed Chicago Columnist Mike Royko, Announces Bid For 1st Ward Alderman", "2023 CONSOLIDATED PRIMARY ELECTION ENDORSEMENTS", "CDSA Endorsed Candidates for Aldermanic Elections 2023", "Meet our environmental champions in the 2023 Chicago municipal elections! Dunne has the backing of labor unions and more established Democrats including former 48th Ward Ald. The message that Ive heard across the board is, We want to make sure that CPD continues to reform, but also that weve got enough staffing across the city in communities to really reduce the violence..
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