Laurence Msall, president of Civic Federation of Chicago, dies at 61
On Saturday, Mayor Lori Lightfoot called Msall “one of Chicago’s great civic leaders” and credited him with helping to improve the city’s finances with his advocacy.
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Paul Vallas gets help in Chicago mayoral bid from ex-officer in Laquan McDonald scandal
The now-retired Chicago cop was named in two legal cases that cost the city more than $5 million. He gave $5,000 to the Vallas campaign.
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Lightfoot, Green blast Wilson for ‘rabbits’ remark at forum — but Wilson stands by his take on suspects
In a testy debate between nine mayoral candidates, businessman Willie Wilson was targeted for his repeated calls for police to be allowed to “hunt people down like rabbits.“
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Voter Guide to the 2023 Chicago Elections
Your one-stop shop for information, voter resources and news about Chicago’s 2023 municipal elections.
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Enrollment is shrinking at Chicago Public Schools. Here’s how the nine mayoral candidates would address it.
From school closings to shrinking enrollment and finances, the candidates for mayor have a lot to talk about for the future of Chicago’s schools.
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Paul Vallas will keep campaign contribution from former CPS board member
The decision marks an about-face from his stand in 2019, when he returned a donation from Deborah Quazzo.
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Find your ward and police district — and compare candidates
A voter’s guide to the aldermanic and police district council races in the city election on Feb. 28. Plus, exclusive video interviews with the mayoral hopefuls.
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Stressed about Chicago’s municipal elections? WBEZ has you covered.
New tools from WBEZ and the Chicago Sun-Times will help Chicago voters make informed decisions in the municipal election.
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Take the Chicago mayoral candidate quiz
Get instant results to help you make a smart choice at the polls on Feb. 28.
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Chicago mayoral candidates answer 23 yes or no questions
Divide the pack by their positions on key issues — at a glance. And, read their reasons why.
