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The University of Chicago’s Independent Student Newspaper since 1892

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Brandon Johnson holding a microphone and gesturing with his left hand as Paul Vallas sits next to him

Johnson Defeats Vallas for Mayor; Yancy Wins Fifth Ward After Hone Concedes

By Richard Davis / April 4, 2023
Mayoral candidate Brandon Johnson and Fourth Ward aldermanic candidate Lamont Robinson won their respective elections on April 4. Desmon Yancy won the Fifth Ward after rival candidate Tina Hone conceded on April 10.
Digital art featuring a red ballot box labeled "Vote" and white and light blue papers featuring the title text on a blue background.

Maroon Voter Guide: 2023 Chicago Municipal Elections

By The Maroon Staff / February 22, 2023
Here's what you need to know ahead of the elections on February 28.
Maroon Voter Guide: 2023 Chicago Municipal Elections: Mayor

Who’s Running for Mayor of Chicago?

By Peter Maheras / February 22, 2023
Recent polling in a race heavily focused on public safety suggests none of the nine candidates will receive a simple majority, making it likely the top two will compete in an April runoff.
Maroon Voter Guide: 2023 Chicago Municipal Elections: Fourth Ward Alderman

Who’s Running for Fourth Ward Alderman?

By Neive Rodriguez / February 22, 2023
The Maroon profiles the candidates running for Fourth Ward alderman in the 2023 Chicago municipal elections.
Mayoral candidates Brandon Johnson, Ja'Mal Green, Sophia King, Kam Buckner, Roderick Sawyer, Paul Vallas, and Chuy García at a forum on early childhood education at the Logan Center on February 8, 2023.

Mayoral Candidates Talk Early Childhood Education at Logan Center Forum

By Casey Kim / February 22, 2023
Seven of the nine mayoral candidates, including local representative and Fourth Ward  alderman Sophia King, attended the event. Incumbent Lori Lightfoot was absent.
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