Some mayoral candidates are also seeking reelection in their current positions. Chicago's 2027 mayoral race is already generating sharp exchanges among candidates nearly seven months before the election. Chicago's 2027 mayoral race is already generating sharp exchanges among candidates nearly seven months before the election. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago's 2027 mayoral race is already generating sharp exchanges among candidates nearly seven months before the election. Some mayoral candidates also seeking reelectionAmong the 10 declared candidates for mayor, four are also running for reelection in November.