The CTA has announced a July 20 opening date for several North Side stations as part of the $2 billion Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) project. These stations have been closed or operating with temporary facilities since work began in 2021. This reopening marks a major milestone for the project, which is wrapping up its first phase.
Details have been revealed for the residential development at 1805 N Campbell Avenue in Logan Square. The large rectangular lot slated for redevelopment is currently occupied by a single-family home and its expansive yard, adjacent to the 606 trail. A new development team is leading the project after previous efforts fizzled out last year.
Major funding has been secured for the mixed-use development at 626 S Wabash Avenue in the South Loop. Located mid-block between E. Harrison Street and E. Balbo Drive, the project has undergone various design changes and recently broke ground. The development is being led by DAC Developments and Melrose Ascension.
The Chicago Fire FC have revealed additional renderings and details of their upcoming stadium within The 78. Located between West 13th and 14th Streets, the stadium is set to finally anchor the long-stalled megadevelopment. The project is being led by the team in partnership with The 78’s developer, Related Midwest, with architecture firm Gensler responsible for the design.
Plans have been revealed for the redevelopment of the former South Side Swedish Lodge at 6855 S Emerald Avenue in Englewood. Located at the corner of W. 69th Street, the three-story structure had served as an event center called El Gigante Ballroom until last year. The project will be the first phase of a larger innovation hub planned for the area.
