River West is transforming fast—Bally’s Chicago resort and Universal Horror Unleashed are reshaping the riverfront into the city’s next entertainment hub.

The Chicago Bears’ move to Arlington Heights marks more than a change of address—it’s a turning point for fans and the city itself. As Soldier Field’s century-long chapter nears its close, a new fixed-roof stadium is rising on the 326-acre former Arlington Park site. Blending modern design, sustainability, and suburban accessibility, the project promises to reshape game days, local economies, and Chicago’s football identity—proving that tradition can evolve without losing its soul.

Discover how LaSalle Street’s adaptive-reuse projects and TIF funding are reshaping Chicago’s Loop into a vibrant, mixed-income downtown community.

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Let’s be honest—the FY2026 Chicago budget isn’t a plan so much as a stress test of civic nerve. No...

I walk LaSalle some mornings and still hear the wind echo through lobbies that used to hum by...

A New Spotlight on Avondale I’ve watched Avondale shift over the years from a working-class pocket...

Chicago 2025 Outlook: A City Mid-Pivot If you ride the L these days, you can feel the balance...