Afternoon briefing: Get ready for early voting in Chicago’s runoff

by Natalia Chi March 18, 2023, 10:07 am 994 Views

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The mayoral race for Chicago sees even more support from former candidates. U.S. Congressman Jesus “Chui” Garcia gave mayors the chance to endorse Brandon Johnson today and boost the Cook County Commissioner in the April 4 election.

Early voting for the runoff will begin on Monday. Read our Early Voting Guide for Mayoral and City Council Elections.

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Artamese Prewitt is seen with photos by Deshawnay Yoakum at the Leak & Sons Funeral Home on Chicago's South Side on March 14, 2023. — Artamese Prewitt is seen with photos by Deshawnay Yoakum at the Leak & Sons Funeral Home on Chicago’s South Side on March 14, 2023. (Terence Antonio James/Chicago Tribune)

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The new Cook County flag was hoisted outside Chicago City Hall and County Courthouse after the flag-raising ceremony at Daly Plaza on September 24, 2022. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

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Chicago White Sox starter Michael Kopech works out during spring training baseball practice on February 15, 2023 in Phoenix. (Matt York/AP)

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J'Nai Bridges (as Carmen) and Charles Castronovo (as Don José) perform alongside members of the company. "carmen" by Lyric Opera of Chicago. — J’Nai Bridges (as Carmen) and Charles Castronovo (as Don José) perform with members of the company in “Carmen” by Lyric Opera in Chicago. (Todd Rosenberg/Handout)

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