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Midterm election: Chicago's early voting numbers up drastically compared with 2022
By Keisha Patel
With one week until election day, some campaigns are focusing on the negative
Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
Reporter · Chicago, IL
Mark Thompson has spent over a decade highlighting community stories across Chicago. He graduated from Northwestern University and has contributed to various local outlets, including Chicago Reader, focusing on grassroots initiatives and neighborhood developments.
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