Radiance Ward

Circuit Court, 1st Subcircuit, on the Chicago ballot November 3, 2026. Party: Democratic.

Vacancy of Hon. Robert Balanoff

Campaign site (radiancewardforjudge.com)

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Cook County assistant public defender since 2013, currently lead trial attorney in first-degree murder cases; won the primary over Natalie L. Howse, 66.17% to 33.83%.

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