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Edgewater’s Berger Park Getting Emergency Shoreline Work After Damaging Storms

Berger Park joins the growing number of lakefront areas to require shoreline fortification as Chicago battles erosion.

Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park

As Lake Michigan Recedes, Howard Beach Playground Getting Reinstalled After It Was Threatened By Erosion

A rising Lake Michigan had caused the loss of Howard Beach and the temporary removal of its playground.

Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park

Shoreline Renovations At Arthur Ashe Beach Park Start Monday As City Continues To Address Lakefront Erosion

The South Shore park will be closed for six weeks as city crews complete a project to protect the south lakefront from erosion and flooding.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Jackson Park Harbor Getting $3 Million Fix To Better Protect Lakefront Trail From Flooding

The pedestrian portion of the Lakefront Trail in the area has been closed indefinitely due to flooding caused by a breached wall, forcing cyclists and pedestrians to share a path.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

South Shore Residents Fighting For Lakefront Erosion Help Give State Officials A Tour Of Damage

"We're looking for real time, real money [and] real solutions, with real neighbors driving the action," Blacks in Green founder Naomi Davis said.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Rogers Park Residents Assess Damage After Weekend Storm Brings Massive Waves, High Winds

PHOTOS: At Loyola Beach, debris and downed fencing show the ferocity of storms as neighbors worry their beloved lakefront beaches are being eroded.

Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park