Chicago Board of Elections
Coverage of Chicago Board of Elections in the Nexus archive.
- Half of Chicago school board candidates are facing challenges, but powerful CTU says it didn’t file any
Half of Chicago school board candidates are facing challenges, with CTU-aligned candidates prominently affected. The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) claims it did not file any challenges, despite past accusations of using petition challenges to remove candidates. The CTU plans to provide legal support to challengeds without lawyers, while opponents like Common Ground Collective accuse the union of attempting to restrict civic engagement.
- Chicago school board elections kicks off with the first day of candidate filing. Who is trying to run?
Chicago's school board elections began with the first day of candidate filing, drawing over 20 people to submit paperwork early. Candidates compete for 21 seats on the Board of Education, transitioning from mayor-appointed to elected roles. The first name on the November ballot is determined by a lottery for those filing by 9 a.m.