Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham
Neighborhoods
- Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale
- Bronzeville, Near South Side
- Downtown
- Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham
- Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore
- Jefferson Park, Portage Park, Norwood Park
- Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted
- Lincoln Park, Old Town
- Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park
- Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale
- Pilsen, Little Village, Back of the Yards
- Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park
- Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town
Artist Isiah ‘ThoughtPoet’ Veney Explores South Side Roots In New Exhibit, ‘Lil Chico From Tuley Park’
“Lil Chico From Tuley Park,” a free, family-friendly exhibit dedicated to Veney's love for the South Side, will debut Saturday at A Very Serious Gallery in River West.
7:54 AM CDTEnglewood’s Long-Awaited Nature Trail Will Cost $72 Million To Build, City Says
The city has received about $26.4 million in federal, state and city funding, leaders at a city department said. Construction will begin in 2026.
The New Stop And Frisk? Chicago Police Make Millions Of Traffic Stops While Searching For Guns
Chicago police pulled over hundreds of thousands more drivers than they previously reported, but they found guns in fewer than one of every 150 stops, according to a new data analysis.
Englewood’s Long-Vacant Leon’s Bar-B-Q Will Soon Become A Dining Destination
The Resident Association of Greater Englewood hopes to open “The Re-Up 1158 Project,” a destination for great eats and gathering, as soon as 2024.
Chicago’s Big Spenders: Here’s Who Is Paying Serious Cash To Shape The Next City Council
Millions have fueled campaigns for City Council. The way candidates get their campaign cash — and who gives it to them — often reveals a lot about their alliances, promises and priorities.
Englewood’s Save A Lot Will Open ‘As Soon As Possible,’ Replacing Closed Whole Foods Market
A firm opening date isn't clear for the store neighbors have strongly opposed. Neighbors were previously told the store would have a "soft opening" Tuesday. The grand opening is “definitely not next week," a spokesperson said.
23 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Wine Fest, Shamrock Shuffle, A Pozole Cookoff And More
You can also shop at a farmers market, watch a Double Dutch competition and check out a Woman's History Month art show.
What’s Next For Ald. Roderick Sawyer? For Now, Longtime 6th Ward Leader Says He’s Focused On Backing Vallas
Sawyer, who will step down in May, supported efforts to remove police officers from schools, create local police councils and establish long-term solutions for gun violence.
William Hall, Richard Wooten Vow To Restore Public Safety In Race To Succeed 6th Ward Ald. Roderick Sawyer
Hall and Wooten, both pastors, emerged from an 11-person race to advance to the runoff to represent the South Side ward.
Retired Firefighter Cornell Dantzler And Local Organizer Ronnie Mosley Head To 21st Ward Runoff
Seven candidates entered the February race to succeed Ald. Howard Brookins. Now, candidates Dantzler and Mosley will compete to be the area's first new alderperson in 20 years.
6 South And West Side Alderpeople Endorse Paul Vallas, Banking On Him To Cut Crime And Boost Policing
Some alderpeople said neighbors are afraid to leave their homes because of crime. Vallas' pledge to boost policing with "zero tolerance for misconduct" is the best solution for the city, they said.
17 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Stout Fest, Pop-Up Markets, Lucky Charms Brunch And More
A Holi celebration, St. Patrick's Day brunch party and nautical flea market are also on tap.
Art Gallery Cultural Artifacts Will Open In Englewood Next Year
Howard Bailey hopes to open the $600,000 community gallery and live-in workspace by spring 2024 to give local artists of color a safe space to display their work and perfect their craft.
Slain Officer Andrés Mauricio Vásquez Lasso Remembered At Funeral As Husband Who Was Proud Of Work
The officer loved to salsa, often taking his wife out dancing, fellow officers and friends recalled during his funeral services.
13 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend (That Aren’t For St. Patrick’s Day)
You can celebrate the Persian New Year, make your own sushi, attend a vintage market and more.
A Six-Flat With A Greenhouse Center? Affordable Housing For South, West Sides Reimagined In Architecture Contest
Designers were asked to reimagine two- and three-flats, rowhouses and six-flats. The city will use some of the ideas to build 30-100 affordable housing units on vacant lots.
12 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Celebrate The City’s Birthday, Get Colorful For Holi And More
There's also a beer fest, Bollywood dancing, a vintage market and more.
Englewood Voters Overwhelmingly Support Referendum To Reopen Racine Green Line Station
In the non-binding ballot question, about 93 percent of Englewood residents approved relaunching the station, which shut down nearly three decades ago.
Ald. Michelle Harris Cruises To Reelection In 8th Ward Race
With all precincts reporting, Harris earned about 71 percent of the vote to win her fifth full term in office.
South Side Pastors Head To Runoff In 6th Ward Race To Replace Ald. Roderick Sawyer
Richard Wooten and William Hall beat nine candidates in a crowded race to represent parts of West Woodlawn, Chatham, Park Manor, West Chesterfield, Grand Crossing, Auburn Gresham and Englewood.