Bill Thanoukos
1st Ward alderman, on the Chicago ballot February 23, 2027.
Campaign site (billfor1st.com)
Running on
Kicked off his campaign in September 2026. He says he is running to keep 1st Ward neighborhoods affordable and within reach for families, support small businesses, strengthen support for families, and bring responsive leadership to City Hall, under the slogan #FixTheFirst.
Background
Small business owner who runs Greek Kitchen and helps operate his family's restaurant, Hub's; former chief of staff to City Treasurer Stephanie Neely and former Chicago Housing Authority board member. Law degree from Loyola University Chicago.
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