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section: elections
first_reported: 2026-11-12 08:18 CST
updated: 2026-11-12 08:18 CST
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# Five challengers join Ald. Derrick Curtis in 18th Ward race

Five challengers are running against three-term Alderperson Derrick Curtis in the 18th Ward. His handling of the Ford City Mall redevelopment is a topic in the race.

Section: [Elections](/chicago/section/politics.md) · Entities: [Derrick Curtis](/chicago/wiki/derrick-curtis.md), [Ford City Mall](/chicago/wiki/ford-city-mall.md)

## Coverage

- [Block Club Chicago](https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/11/12/5-challengers-join-ald-derrick-curtis-in-18th-ward-race/), 2026-11-12 08:18 CST: 5 Challengers Join Ald. Derrick Curtis In 18th Ward Race

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