The City of Chicago and NASCAR officials have announced the traffic plan for the 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race, which will takes place Saturday and Sunday, July 6 and 7.
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HUD gives Archer Courts $11.76 million grant
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development recently announced $173.8 million in new grant and loan awards under its Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP). The announcement was made by HUD Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson at Archer Courts, 2242 S. Princeton Ave., which was awarded an $11.76 million grant under the program.
City announces adaptive re-use projects
Several adaptive re-use projects within the southern part of the Loop were formally proposed for development assistance this spring as part of the City of Chicago’s ongoing commitment to mixed-use, mixed-income real estate, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced.
Illinois Medical District Commission announces Bike and Pedestrian Safety Plan
The Illinois Medical District Commission (IMDC) recently announced its Bike and Pedestrian Safety Action Plan for improving safety for its 90,000 daily visitors whether they walk, bike, or roll. The plan, when implemented, will transform key intersections in the Illinois Medical District (IMD), prioritizing accessibility while reducing traffic accidents and fatalities.
Morning Star Baptist promotes healthcare for seniors
Morning Star Baptist Church of Chicago hosted a town hall meeting recently focusing on health awareness for seniors.
Chicago Loop Alliance announces dates, headliners for Sundays on State
Chicago Loop Alliance has announced dates for the return of Sundays on State, which will close parts of State Street in the Loop to vehicle traffic on Sunday, June 16, and Sunday, July 14, this summer.
AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Around the Neighborhood – May 2024
By William S. Bike FREE DAYS Free admission is available at the: Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., every Wednesday after 4 p.m. DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center,740 E. 56th Pl., every Wednesday. Field Museum, 1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., every Wednesday. Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr.,Tuesday […]
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Novel ‘Farewell to South Shore’ deals with changing society
Resourceful women struggling to overcome adversity are at the core of some of author Charlene Wexler’s most popular books. Her newest one, Farewell to South Shore, published in 2024 by Speaking Volumes, is no exception.