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Ald. Leslie Hairston Hosts Her Last Ward Meeting Before Leaving City Council: ‘I Will Still Be Around The Neighborhood’

Hairston's brief sendoff touted the Obama Center, Regal Mile Studios, Local Market in South Shore, the Greater Grand Crossing library and other projects in the 5th Ward during her 24-year tenure.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

‘Significant Delays’ Expected On DuSable Lake Shore Drive Through May For Obama Center Road Work

Just weeks after the busy intersection reopened, crews will close all but one lane in each direction at DuSable Lake Shore and 57th drives for about two months.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

57th Street, DuSable Lake Shore Drive Intersection Will Fully Reopen Soon

All lanes at the intersection will reopen the week of Feb. 6, officials said. Other ongoing road closures and narrowings in Jackson Park will remain as road work continues for the Obama Presidential Center.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

CTA Closes Bus Stops Near Obama Center Site, But They’re Still Being Used Despite Unsafe Conditions

Passengers at the closed bus stops have to navigate around construction cones, debris and concrete barriers just steps from traffic as drivers pick them up.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Obama Center Construction Resumes Days After Noose Found On Site

An investigation into who is responsible for the "horrific act" that halted work is ongoing, a spokesperson said.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Obama Center Builders Halt Construction After Noose Found On Site

The Black-led coalition of construction firms building the presidential center is offering a $100,000 reward to help find those who perpetrated the "act of hate," officials said.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Barack Obama Surprises Chicago Students With Appearance At Youth Event

The former president joined a panel at an all-day youth summit Monday, discussing the challenges young people and young organizers face in the city.

West Loop

Obama Center Road Work Will Cause Big Traffic Changes Starting Monday

Closures on Hayes Drive, lane reductions on Cornell Drive and other traffic changes in Jackson Park will go in effect Monday.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Lane Closures On DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Stony Island Avenue Coming Soon As Part Of Obama Center-Related Road Work

One southbound lane on DuSable Lake Shore Drive will be closed from 57th to Hayes drives starting Thursday, while Stony Island Avenue will see lane closures near the Obama Presidential Center construction site starting April 18.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Midway Plaisance’s East End Would Get A Play Area And Renovations To Cheney-Goode Memorial As Part Of Obama Center Requirements

The green space around the Cheney-Goode Memorial must be renovated as a stand-in for Jackson Park land lost to the Obama Presidential Center.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Obama Center’s Winter Garden To Be Named After Slain Chicago Teen Hadiya Pendleton

Pendleton, 15, was shot and killed in 2013, just eight days after performing with a majorette squad at President Barack Obama's second inauguration.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Woodlawn Residents Push To Maximize Affordable Housing Near Obama Center

The coalition's proposal would create up to 1,000 units of affordable housing in Woodlawn. They estimate that would allow about 3,000 residents to remain in the neighborhood.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Woodlawn Central Master Plan Would Bring A Hotel, Housing, Arts And Retail To 63rd Street Corridor

Developer J. Byron Brazier and his father, Apostolic Church pastor Byron Brazier, say the sprawling complex will prioritize "established and emerging" Black entrepreneurs and creatives.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

After Obama Center Brings Extra Attention, Jackson Park Council Could Make It Harder To Vote On Critical Issues

Under a committee's proposal, members would have to attend twice as many meetings in a year and volunteer at sanctioned events before they could vote.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

With The Obama Center Underway, Residents Say It’s Time To Protect Affordable Housing In South Shore

Organizers are calling on the city to invest at least $63.3 million in programs that assist South Shore renters and homeowners with repairs, housing costs, home purchases and more.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Jeff Bezos’ $100 Million Donation To Obama Foundation Will Support Youth Leadership, South Side Workforce Programs

As part of the donation, Bezos requested the Obama Presidential Center's plaza be named for late Congressman John Lewis, foundation officials said.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Obama Presidential Center Breaks Ground With Former President And First Lady In Chicago

Plans for the project in Jackson Park have sparked complex debates about housing, displacement, land use, historical preservation and more among nearby residents.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

U.S. Supreme Court Denies Petition To Stop Obama Center Construction In Jackson Park

Protect Our Parks had filed the petition Aug. 16, the same day the Obama Foundation broke ground for the presidential center.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Obama Presidential Center Construction Officially Begins In Jackson Park

After years of delays, the Obama Foundation and the city have finally started to build the presidential center in Jackson Park and overhaul the area's road layout.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore

Federal Judge Denies Bid To Halt Obama Center’s Construction In Jackson Park

A U.S. District Court judge ruled against South Side residents' request to pause the center's construction during their latest lawsuit, but the judge didn't dismiss the case outright.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore
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