Politics & Government News
Development of the Dunkin' restaurant across from the 35th/Archer Orange Line El station is again underway following a successful lawsuit, with 12th Ward Alderman George Cardenas criticizing plans for the drive-through.
- Development of drive-through across from 35th/Archer Orange Line El station again underway after lawsuit.
- Existing zoning, already-approved permits and developer track record support permit reinstatement, says suit.
- 12th Ward Alderman George Cardenas voices continued opposition to project.
Read more: Dunkin’ Drive-Through Restarts After Developer Sues City
Parkview Lofts and Parkview Commerce on Pershing Road across from McKinley Park have now received full approval from the City of Chicago for conversion and redevelopment of long-vacant Central Manufacturing District warehouses.
- Parkview Lofts set to bring 120 affordable apartments to a long-vacant Central Manufacturing District warehouse across from McKinley Park.
- Parkview Commerce next door to offer market-rate lofts and business space.
- City approval comes after zoning board consideration and split vote in the City Council.
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Parkview Lofts and Parkview Commerce at 2159 and 2139 W. Pershing Road received approval for development in a vote from the Chicago Plan Commission on Thursday, May 20, 2021.
- Chicago Plan Commission approves Parkview Lofts affordable housing conversion and Parkview Commerce mixed development next door.
- Project moves to consideration and vote next week by zoning committee and Chicago City Council.
- Split vote saw commissioners debating development's proximity to MAT Asphalt.
Read more: Plan Commission Approves Parkview Lofts Affordable Housing Project
25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez, Southwest Environmental Alliance accuse Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot of a corrupt relationship with MAT Asphalt in a protest in McKinley Park on Saturday, May 15, 2021.
- 25th Ward Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez and the Southwest Environmental Alliance accuse Chicago mayor, asphalt plant of corruption.
- Dozens of protesters gather in McKinley Park across from MAT Asphalt plant on Saturday, May 15, 2021.
- Sigcho-Lopez references just-released UIC environmental justice study as source for outrage.
Read more: Protesters Assail Mayor Lori Lightfoot, MAT Asphalt at McKinley Park Demonstration
Players, parents and coaches of the Omega Delta Youth Baseball & Softball League joined guests and elected officials at the opening day ceremony on Saturday, May 8, 2021, at Hoyne Park, to begin play and pledge good sportsmanship.
- Hoyne Park hosts opening day for Omega Delta Youth Baseball & Softball League.
- Elected officials join players, parents, coaches and guests to kick off the 2021 season, which runs through the summer.
- Players range from 4-years-olds to teen-agers learning sports skills and enjoying friendly competition in the all-volunteer, non-profit league.
Read more: Play Ball! Omega Delta Youth Baseball & Softball Starts Season at Hoyne Park
