Why is Chicago alderperson the job few want? In February, 11 ward races will be uncontested

Source WBEZ
Original Load Date Nov. 15, 2026, 6:01 a.m.
Last Updated Nov. 15, 2026, 6:01 a.m.
Original URL https://www.wbez.org/government-politics/elections/2026/11/15/chicago-aldermanic-election-2027-11-wards-uncontested-races

Article Preview

The Chicago City Council is more independent than it’s ever been, forcing Mayor Brandon Johnson to issue four vetoes, cast three tie-breaking votes, accept a Zoning Committee chair he did not choose and struggle to pass two budgets with mounting [ resistance for a third. ][10] Yet in spite of that ...