Chicago's Fifth Ward Alderman accused of violating election code - Offers prizes for votes

CHICAGO - A Chicago alderman may be in hot water after she offered people the chance to win prizes if they vote.

Fifth Ward Alderman Leslie Hairston has since pulled the post off her Facebook page, but not after it caught the attention of the Cook County State's Attorney.

FOX 32 News went to the Southside office of Hairston to see if they're really handing out prizes for voting.

The post on the alderman's Facebook page went up Monday telling residents they could win raffle prizes if they go to the polls.

Among the raffle prizes were gift cards from area businesses, including Walgreens, Potbelly's and Starbucks. Plus, $100 visa gift cards. More

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