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Northwestern Reveals New Stadium Plans At 1505 Central Street In Evanston

7:45 am on October 4, 2022 By Ian Achong

Plans have been revealed for a new football stadium at 1505 Central Street in Evanston. Located on the intersection with Ashland Avenue, the new structure for Northwestern University will replace the existing venue within their sports complex which also features an indoor arena as well as a baseball diamond. The university is leading the development efforts with Kansas City-based architects HNTB serving as the designers, who have worked on similar facilities for Ohio State and University of Michigan.

Final Touches Remain for The Chicago River Section of Navy Pier Flyover

7:30 am on May 3, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Finishing touches are underway for Navy Pier Flyover, a one-third mile long elevated path meant to improve pedestrian and bike access around the mouth of the Chicago River. Commissioned by the Chicago Department of Transportation, the $64 million infrastructure project has been divided into three stages. The two already-completed stages connect the river to Ohio Street Beach, while the remaining third phase will integrate with Outer Drive Bridge.

Navy Pier Flyover converging with DuSable Bridge

Bridge Portion of Navy Pier Flyover Now Partially Open

7:30 am on February 10, 2021 By Jack Crawford

Current photos show the recent partial opening of the Navy Pier Flyover‘s bridge section, located at the mouth of the Chicago River.

Navy Pier Flyover Nearing Finish Line Along the Chicago River

7:30 am on November 30, 2020 By Jack Crawford

Work is nearing completion for the third and final stretch of Navy Pier Flyover, a 1,750-foot-long elevated bikeway/walkway that replaces a portion of the Lakefront trail near the namesake pier. Planned by the Department of Transportation, the project will reconcile the paths to the north and the south, previously encumbered by uneven terrain and water.

Third and Final Portion of Navy Pier Flyover Nears Completion

7:30 am on September 25, 2020 By Jack Crawford

Recent photos show construction nearing completion for the final section of the Navy Pier Flyover, an above-grade portion of the Lakefront Trail that stretches close to third of a mile in length. Due to its staggered development timeline, the project currently serves cyclists and pedestrians via its completed first two phases, while the third phase alongside Outer Drive Bridge is still under construction.

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