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section: elections
first_reported: 2026-11-13 08:39 CST
updated: 2026-11-13 08:39 CST
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# Ruth Cruz faces one challenger in 30th Ward race

Alderperson Ruth Cruz, first elected in 2023, is challenged by Juritzy 'Judy' Velez, a 14-year resident of the ward.

Section: [Elections](/chicago/section/politics.md) · Entities: [Ruth Cruz](/chicago/wiki/ruth-cruz.md), [Juritzy Velez](/chicago/wiki/juritzy-velez.md)

## Coverage

- [Block Club Chicago](https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/11/13/ald-ruth-cruz-faces-1-challenger-in-30th-ward-race/), 2026-11-13 08:39 CST: Ald. Ruth Cruz Faces 1 Challenger In 30th Ward Race

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