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8th Ward
8th Ward

Ald. Michelle Harris Cruises To Reelection In 8th Ward Race

With all precincts reporting, Harris earned about 71 percent of the vote to win her fifth full term in office.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

2 Candidates Will Challenge Ald. Michelle Harris In 8th Ward Race After 3rd Hopeful Booted From Ballot

Sean Flynn, former chief of staff to Ald. David Moore, and Linda Hudson, who led the Avalon Park Advisory Council, will face off against Harris, who is seeking a fifth term.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

How Much Does My Alderman Make? Here’s A Complete List

The highest-paid alderpeople will make $142,772 next year, thanks to a nearly 10 percent raise. The lowest-paid alderperson makes $115,560, by comparison.

Citywide

Sean Flynn, Ald. David Moore’s Former Chief Of Staff, Challenging Ald. Michelle Harris For South Side Seat

Flynn hopes to oust the four-term City Council veteran representing the 8th Ward. But Harris said she's "absolutely, positively not going anywhere."

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham