Originally published on wbez.org 01/26/2023 | Photo: Manuel Martinez / WBEZ

Chicago voters can begin casting their ballots for the next mayor. In-person early voting kicks off Thursday in the highly anticipated competitive race as incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot seeks reelection against eight challengers.

Voters will also decide the aldermen who will represent their communities, with more than a dozen open seats on the City Council. And, for the first time, they’ll elect more than 60 representatives for district councils, who will work to improve policing and public safety in their areas.

Incumbents seeking reelection for two other citywide offices on the ballot — city clerk and city treasurer — have no challengers. Here’s a full list of the candidates on Chicago’s ballots, and non-binding referenda in some wards.

As you make a plan for how you intend to vote, here’s what you need to know to cast your ballot.

Where can I vote on Election Day?

Voting will be open on Election Day from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Some city precincts recently changed their voting locations, so check before you go. You can find your polling places here.

Registered voters in Chicago do not need to bring any forms of ID with them to cast a ballot. But an ID could be required if an election judge challenges the voter’s right to vote or the voter turned in a mail-in registration form that did not have an Illinois driver’s license or Social Security number.


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Originally published on wbez.org 01/26/2023 \| Photo: Manuel Martinez / WBEZ Chicago voters can begin casting their ballots for the next mayor. In-person early voting kicks off Thursday in the highly anticipated competitive race as incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot seeks reelection against eight challengers. Voters will also decide the aldermen who will represent their communities, with more than a dozen open seats on the City Council. And, for the first time, they’ll elect more than 60 representatives for district councils, who will work to improve policing and public safety in their areas. Incumbents seeking reelection for two other citywide offices on the ballot — city clerk and city treasurer — have no challengers. Here’s a full list of the candidates on Chicago’s ballots, and non-binding referenda in some wards. As you make a plan for how you intend to vote, here’s what you need to know to cast your ballot. Where can I vote on Election Day? Voting will be open on Election Day from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Some city precincts recently changed their voting locations, so check before you go. You can find your polling places here. Registered voters in Chicago do not need to bring any forms of ID with them to cast a ballot. But an ID could be required if an election judge challenges the voter’s right to vote or the voter turned in a mail-in registration form that did not have an Illinois driver’s license or Social Security number. Read More










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