Joann Thompson Archives - Chicago Reader

Alderman Toni Foulkes not ‘black’ enough for some 16th Ward voters

Fighting to stay in the City Council, Alderman Toni Foulkes tells voters that she is, in fact, African-American.

Closing mental health clinics was the mayor’s idea—but that doesn’t stop his supporters from blaming an independent alderman.

The mayor’s unpopularity is expected to affect City Council races as well as the campaign for mayor.

Voter turnout was higher than in past municipal elections, but it was still low. There are many theories, but few answers as to why.

The Englewood TIF coughs up $3 million to help bridge Chicago’s budget gap.

All 50 portraits, from the group show, including works by Derek Erdman, Jon Gitelson, Lucas Blair Simpson, and more

Election day dispatch #15: SEIU active in the 16th