Development stories in Chicago

The Obama Presidential Center will open on Juneteenth with interactive exhibits, community spaces and a museum dedicated to the presidency and legacy of Barack Obama.

Evanston property owners who suffered storm damage are being asked by three agencies to fill out a survey to help assess the extent of the damage. Cook County’s Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security (EMRS) and the City of Chicago’s Office of Emergency Management and Communicati

A proposed data center in Hoffman Estates is facing pushback from local residents. The village board is set to vote on the rezoning decision soon.

JEFFREY MANOR — A popular park for birders and others on the Far Southeast Side is hosting a grand reopening Saturday where the Park District plans to show off new trails and boardwalks and other improvements at what was once a polluted industrial site.  The ribbon-cutting ceremony kicks off 10 a

Five years after the launch of the Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) plan, Chicago has made significant strides in promoting development near public transit in historically disinvested neighborhoods. A recent report indicates substantial progress on over half of the recommendations from the 2021 policy, although further work remains.

The Astor Street rowhouse once home to skyscraper innovator John Wellborn Root is on the market for nearly $1.73 million. The property, in need of significant rehabilitation, is being sold at a loss compared to its previous purchase price in 2015.

The Obama Presidential Center faced significant opposition and legal challenges, similar to the historical struggles of Jackson Park. Established in 1869, the parkland encountered financial, legal, and community hurdles that sparked ongoing debate.

Housing advocates viewed the 2026 legislative session as a mixed bag.

Vince Cozzi is listing his renovated Lakeview greystone for $2.85 million, showcasing its historical charm and modern updates. The home, originally a two-flat, has been transformed into a spacious single-family residence.

Richard 'Richie' Stein, a prominent developer known for landmark projects in Chicago's Loop, died on June 6 at the age of 87. His legacy includes significant contributions to the city's architecture and a commitment to minority contracting in construction.

Billionaire Ken Griffin is enhancing his Miami development plans after a public dispute with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over a proposed tax on wealthy second homes. His updated proposal includes a new apartment building and expanded office space in the Brickell financial district.

LOGAN SQUARE — The remaining three residents of an encampment near the Logan Square monument are being forced to relocate by Friday ahead of construction. People have been living on city-owned vacant land at the corner of Logan Boulevard and Milwaukee Avenue, with some of the remaining residents

The Gold Coast neighborhood in Chicago is experiencing a resurgence in its housing market, highlighted by recent high-end home sales. This development comes alongside other significant local news, including potential new talks for the Bears' stadium and a major company relocating its headquarters out of the city.

Officials in Oswego, Montgomery, and Yorkville have initiated a significant infrastructure project to bring Lake Michigan water to the region, addressing a looming water supply crisis. The project, which has been over a decade in the making, aims to secure clean drinking water for nearly 90,000 families as current aquifers face depletion.

Lake County officials are implementing an eight-month moratorium on new data center projects to assess their impact on local resources and infrastructure. This decision follows growing scrutiny and opposition to data centers in the region, particularly concerning energy and water consumption.

WOODLAWN — The newest public library branch on the Obama Center’s campus will open this month along with the rest of the campus, library officials said. The Obama Presidential Center branch of the Chicago Public Library will open June 19 as part of the center’s debut weekend, sai

The Barack Obama Presidential Center (OPC), located in Jackson Park on Chicago’s South Side, will officially open its doors on June 19. Ahead of its grand opening, the Obama Foundation invited the press to tour the 19.3-acre OPC campus, which includes an eight-story presidential museum, gift shop, a

LINCOLN PARK — Foundry Park, the megadevelopment set to bring more than 3,000 housing units plus office space, retail and other amenities to the northern section of the former Lincoln Yards site, could receive more than $200 million in public funding to support the construction of roads, parks and o

A city agency has endorsed a $201.6 million public subsidy for the Foundry Park project on the North Side, which aims to develop 31 acres along the Chicago River. The project is expected to provide over 3,000 homes, including affordable housing, and enhance local infrastructure and green spaces.

The Foundry Park megaproject on Chicago's North Side has received approval for a $202 million tax-increment financing subsidy to support infrastructure and park development. This funding aims to address traffic concerns and enhance open space in the area, despite ongoing debates about its impact.

Millennium on LaSalle, a 211-unit apartment building in the Loop, is now for sale after going through foreclosure. The property, which struggled with occupancy during the pandemic, reflects the ongoing challenges and recovery in Chicago's downtown residential market.

Illinois lawmakers are pushing for a $3.8 billion stadium proposal for the Chicago Bears in Arlington Heights, despite the team's focus on Hammond, Indiana. The plan includes a $2.5 billion investment from the Bears and $1.3 billion from the state for infrastructure improvements.

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AUBURN GRESHAM — City officials recently selected a proposal to transform long-vacant land in Auburn Gresham into a $23 million mixed-use project with housing and retail space.  GonSosa Development, a New-Jersey based company, will redevelop a .84-acre plot of city-owned land at 8676-94 S. V

The Obama Presidential Center has officially opened in Jackson Park, promising to bring economic revitalization to surrounding neighborhoods. However, local residents express concerns about potential displacement and rising rents as the area attracts more visitors and investment.

Evanston Township High School will be closed Monday and Tuesday after a ransomware attack disrupted district systems, internet services and computer infrastructure.

BRONZEVILLE — Causes to celebrate haven’t been easy to come by in Chicago’s craft beer industry this year — but that’s not stopping Moor’s Brewing Co. from throwing its biggest party yet. In fact, being the life of the party has become a core part of the Black-owned brewery’s brand as it prepares

Chicago's trend of converting office buildings into apartments is gaining momentum, with a new project in the Loop and a major apartment complex sale in the South Loop. The commercial real estate landscape is shifting as the city adapts to changing demands in housing.