What the DNC 2024 could mean for Chicago
From economics to the rise of local politicians to the national stage, the DNC could influence more than just traffic.
From economics to the rise of local politicians to the national stage, the DNC could influence more than just traffic.
Brandon Johnson faces Paul Vallas. The two Democratic candidates for Chicago mayor have very different plans for the city.
As the council’s most powerful chairs faced losing their seats under a new mayor, they brokered the deal that critics say should have waited for the next council to approve.
Despite following very different paths, both now have their sights trained on Chicago’s City Hall.
The middle child of 10 and a pastor for a father, Johnson chose public service instead of church leadership, and his faith guides that path still.
Even with a new city casino on the horizon, both Vallas and Johnson support the legalization of video gambling machines.
From property taxes to paying the pensions, the two candidates for Chicago mayor are approaching finances in two completely different ways.
More than a dozen races for Chicago City Council could be headed to a runoff, leaving the makeup of the council up for grabs.
While she had some major legislative successes, Lightfoot’s critics say she failed to fulfill campaign promises and let a tough negotiating style get in the way.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot was handed a stunning defeat, the first time in 40 years an elected mayor lost.