West Ridge Community Organization

Jan Schakowsky has been the 9th Congressional District representative since 1999. She has announced her retirement. WRCO, along with the West Ridge Action Network, is hosting a Candidates Forum on Thursday, January 15th at 6:30PM in Warren Park.

While there are 15 or more people running, we have decided to focus on the top six who have exhibited a strong campaign through fundraising, volunteers, endorsements, and polling. This will give them an opportunity to express their positions. Mick Dumke, formerly of ProPublica and now Investgative Reporter for Block Club Chicago, will be moderating the forum.

Let us know if you plan to attend and what question(s) you would like the candidates to answer.

RSVP for West Ridge Candidate Forum Thank you for RSVPing and submitting a question for our candidates. Please share your name and email along with your question for the candidates. We will reach out if we require clarification on your question. West Ridge 9th Congressional District Candidate Forum January 15, 2026 6:30 PM Warren Park...