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Days Before Election, City Council Pushes Through New Rules — And Chaos Ensues

The change increases the number of City Council committees to rein in mayoral power, supporters say. But others said it was a "corrupt process" that should have happened after the election.

Citywide

More Restaurants Throughout Chicago Can Add Walk-Up Windows After City Streamlines Process

The City Council approved the ordinance Wednesday, allowing more restaurants to install the windows without getting a zoning change.

Citywide

Ordinance Allowing Chicago Restaurants To Add Walk-Up Windows Gets Key Committee Approval

The zoning committee also unanimously approved landmarking the Pioneer Arcade building in West Humboldt Park.

Citywide

Ald. David Moore Secures Third Term In 17th Ward After Running Unopposed

Moore, first elected in 2015, was a key figure in renaming Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable Drive in honor of the city's first non-Indigenous resident.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

South Side Ald. David Moore Endorses Colleague Ald. Sophia King For Mayor

Moore said Mayor Lori Lightfoot's reluctance to work with aldermen has led to community backlash on the South Side, and he said King has a more collaborative approach.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Fifty-One 50 Fusion Brings Hennessy Wings, Italian Beef Eggrolls And More To Auburn Gresham

Tuesday Tanksley and Latrell Gayden's restaurant puts a creative spin on classics like burgers and ribs. There's one rule, though: Food "so good it makes your big toe stand up."

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Ald. David Moore Will Run Unopposed For Third Term Representing South Side’s 17th Ward

Moore was a key leader in the push to rename Lake Shore Drive. This is the first time he'll run unopposed.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Auburn Gresham Aldi Abruptly Closes, Leaving South Siders With 1 Less Grocery Store: ‘It’s One Hit After Another’

Aldi on Ashland Avenue closed June 12 but one resident said neighbors did not know about it until they showed up to see the building boarded up and a "closed" banner on the side of the building.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Construction Of $20 Million Auburn Gresham Affordable Housing Complex Could Begin Next Summer

The long-awaited project would bring affordable housing and new stores to vacant land on West 79th Street.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

One Neighborhood, 6 Aldermen: Why Englewood Residents Are Pushing For A More Unified Ward Map

"How are you paying attention to Englewood when you have three or four other communities to monitor?" a longtime resident said. "We need to get aldermen in one big area and say, 'OK, this is Englewood.'” 

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Controversial Affordable Housing Project In Auburn Gresham Will Be Redesigned — But Neighbors Still Want A Grocery Store Instead

Rather than building one affordable housing complex in Auburn Gresham, developers and city officials have proposed adding two.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

‘DuSable Lake Shore Drive’ Name Change Compromise Could Get Sealed By City Council Friday

The City Council is back Friday after a chaotic Wednesday meeting got pushed back. Meanwhile, 22 aldermen sent Mayor Lori Lightfoot a letter asking her to follow City Council procedures.

Citywide

Critics Of Changing Lake Shore Drive To DuSable Drive Suggest Alternatives — But Supporters Aren’t Backing Down

Ald. David Moore said the votes are still there to pass an ordinance that would rename Lake Shore Drive after Jean Baptiste Point du Sable — and said attempts to rename the Riverwalk and Millennium Park in its place won't work.

Downtown

Auburn Gresham Neighbors Push Back On Affordable Housing Proposal, Say They Want Businesses First

Neighbors spoke out against Auburn Gardens, a $20 million retail and residential space slated to be built on vacant land at 838-58 W. 79th St.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Naming Riverwalk And Park — Not Lake Shore Drive — After Du Sable A Better Way To Honor City Founder, Lightfoot Says

Mayor Lori Lightfoot's plan was announced after aldermen proposed naming Lake Shore Drive after du Sable, which angered some residents.

Downtown

Some Auburn Gresham Residents Say They Don’t Want City-Backed Affordable Housing On 79th Street

Residents called for more commercial-focused development and better communication from city officials.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Englewood Aldermen Commend Neighbors For Stepping Up To Help Amid Carjacking Surge

Local businessmen and volunteers are stepping up to stand watch at neighborhood gas stations as part of "Operation Safe Pump."

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Here’s Where To Get A Free Dinner In Englewood On Friday

Two hundred dinners will given away Friday afternoon at Cafe 75, 7550 S. Halsted St.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Construction Starts Soon On Auburn Park Metra Station Along Rock Island Line

The three-year, multimillion dollar project promises to give Auburn Gresham an economic boost.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham

Developers Break Ground On 40 Units Of Affordable Housing In Auburn Gresham

The solar-powered, energy-efficient project is one of two developments planned for the area by 548 Capital.

Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham
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