Candidate Filings Close for San Jose Council Race

The race for San Jose's District 3 City Council seat has attracted seven candidates, including San Jose Planning Commission Chair Anthony Tordillos and Latina Coalition Executive Director Gabby Chavez-Lopez, following the resignation of Omar Torres due to serious allegations. The special election is set for April 8, with a runoff on June 24 if needed. Tordillos aims to address affordable housing and has received endorsements from local housing advocacy groups, while Chavez-Lopez prioritizes street cleanliness and housing permit simplification, earning support from California Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas. Meanwhile, in Urbana, Illinois, candidates DeShawn Williams and Annie Adams are competing for mayor, focusing on community engagement and inclusivity ahead of the February 25 primary. In Burlington, Vermont, Progressives have nominated candidates for the city council races amidst a competitive political landscape, aiming to shift the council’s majority. In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Council Vice President Jaime Arroyo and newcomer Tashuany Rodriguez are vying for the Democratic committee's endorsement for mayor, with a private convention scheduled for February 10.