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Chicago school board elections
Coverage of Chicago school board elections in the Nexus archive.
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- In this fall’s Chicago school board elections, many voters may only have one candidate to choose from
Chicago school board elections this fall may leave many voters with only one candidate due to potential disqualification of 28 out of 51 candidates. Challenges to petition signatures, led by The Urban Center, allege violations of election law regarding signature collection methods, including the 'dual circulator argument.'
- 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.