City Council

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Groundbreaking ceremony for the West Side Project's new music hall and retail complex near Chicago's United Center.

West Side Project breaks ground on music hall and retail

Chicago's City Council recently approved a $55 million tax break for the 1901 Project, a $7 billion development now breaking ground on the Near West Side.

Hannah Pierce·June 4, 2026

Split image contrasting a lush green park with a new apartment building, symbolizing the conflict between urban development and green spaces.

Community

Urban development impacts green spaces, prioritizes housing needs

Rochester's City Council approved the sale of a half-acre Charlotte Street green space for $150,000 on April 21, 2026.

Derek Molina·May 30, 2026

Chicago neighborhood street with native plants, some tall and others trimmed low near the sidewalk, illustrating new city regulations.

Community

Chicago Council Approves Native Plant Rules, 10-Inch Limit Near Sidewalks

Chicago's new native plant rule has everyone talking!

Hannah Pierce·May 21, 2026