2nd ward, Chicago
The 2nd ward is one of the 50 aldermanic wards with representation in the City Council of Chicago, Illinois.
Past alders
The current alderperson for the 2nd ward is Brian K. Hopkins.Before 1923
Before 1923, wards were represented by two aldermen.Since 1923
Since 1923, wards have been represented by a single alderman. Elections have also been nonpartisan, though officeholders often still publicly affiliate with parties.Originally covering Douglas and its immediate surroundings, this ward has drastically moved northward to its current location across the Near North Side and West Town.