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606 Trail

Bronzeville Trail, A 606-Style Bike And Pedestrian Path For South Side, Finally Moving Forward

The elevated, 2-mile biking and hiking trail would start near 40th and Dearborn streets and go east to 41st Street and Lake Park Avenue. An event introducing the project to the public is slated for April 23.

Bronzeville, Near South Side

Developers Who Demolish Homes Near The 606, Pilsen Will Be Hit With Fees Through 2024 After Program Extended

The surcharge pulled in $120,000 from eight demolition permits over the past year, resulting in fewer demolitions, officials said. The program is an effort to slow gentrification in these areas.

Citywide

West Side Railroad Could Become A 606-Style Trail — And Lawndale Residents Want It To Bring Art And More To Area

The city plans to turn a 2-mile stretch of the Altenheim railroad into an elevated trail. Residents can weigh in on the plan Thursday.

Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale

A West Side Railroad Could Become An Elevated Trail Like The 606. Here’s How To Weigh In

The proposed greenway would be just north of Roosevelt Road between Kostner and California avenues, linking on one side to the Silver Shovel site that will soon be redeveloped.

Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale

Developers Could Pay A $15,000 Fee To Tear Down Homes In Pilsen And Along The 606

The proposal is the latest effort by Mayor Lori Lightfoot and aldermen to slow displacement in gentrifying neighborhoods.

Pilsen, Little Village, Back of the Yards

Yes, The 606 Trail Is Still Closed — Even Though The Riverwalk, Navy Pier Are Open

Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) said he has not received an update from Mayor Lori Lightfoot or the Chicago Park District about when the trail will reopen.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Shared Streets Coming To Bucktown, Logan Square Will Run Parallel To Closed 606 Trail

The Wabansia Avenue and Cortland Street closures parallel the Bloomingdale Trail. The trail is still closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town