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Mayoral Questionnaire: Runoff Edition
Here’s how Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas answered 23 questions on important issues, including policing, public safety, city spending, taxes, schools and housing.
Live Election Updates
Follow all-day coverage from the Sun-Times and WBEZ of Chicago Election Day 2023, including voter reactions, scenes from the polls and news.
Listen Live On-Air
WBEZ and Chicago Sun-Times political reporters bring you analysis of the races and results, streaming live starting at 7 p.m. CST.
Live Election Results
Follow along after polls close on Feb. 28 as results roll in for the 2023 Chicago municipal elections – for mayoral, ward and police district races.
Explore Your Ballot
Our comprehensive guide to this year’s ballot — in the 50-ward aldermanic races, the mayoral election and the newly created police district councils. Learn more about your choices for the elected officials closest to home.
Who’s Your Candidate?
Deciding who will earn your vote for mayor? Take our mayoral candidate quiz. Find out which candidates align with your values on important issues such as public safety, schools, city spending, taxes and more.
Meet the Mayoral Candidates
Get to know the nine people running for mayor of Chicago. Through short exclusive videos, you’ll hear what they have to say about the issues facing the city in 2023 and beyond.
Voter Resources
Register to vote
Are you registered to vote in the 2023 Chicago Municipal elections? Register online to vote by 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 12, 2023.
Your voter information
Verify your voter information with Chicago’s Board of Election Commissioners and get your sample ballot.
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