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Ald. Emma Mitts forced into runoff

The 15-year incumbent will face CPS teacher Tara Stamps.

There’s still time to cast your vote for Chicago City Council and mayor as well as weigh in on whether the city should have an elected school board.

Four candidates including the incumbent hope for voters’ support on Tuesday.

While three candidates appeared at the event, Ald. Emma Mitts missed Thursday night’s forum.

The longtime alderman faces three challengers in the Feb. 24 city election.

The Chicago Board of Elections will review complaints challenging the candidacies of Leroy Duncan and Otis Percy Jr.

Leroy Duncan, Maretta Brown-Miller, Otis Percy and Tara Stamps are challenging Ald. Emma Mitts.

Four candidates are collecting signatures to challenge longtime Ald. Emma Mitts, who is seeking re-election Feb. 24.