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Chicago Tribune Freedom Center demolition

Evisceration of the Chicago Tribune Freedom Center for Bally’s Casino continues along the Chicago River

7:30 am on October 9, 2024 By Daniel Schell

Brandenburg Industrial Services continues work on demolition of the former Chicago Tribune Freedom Center in West Town. With Bally’s Casino and its anticipated 2026 Opening Day coming to the site, there is some urgency to wrapping up demolition so construction can begin. That’s why this building seems to be coming down so quickly.

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405 West Armitage Avenue, via Google Maps

New Construction Permit Issued For New Mixed-Use Building At 405 West Armitage Avenue In Lincoln Park

7:00 am on October 9, 2024 By Max Gillespie

The City of Chicago has issued a new construction permit for a 4-story mixed-use building located at 405 West Armitage Avenue in Lincoln Park. The permit was issued on October 4, following an application process…

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New Stores And Experiences Announced Along Michigan Avenue

7:45 am on October 8, 2024 By Ian Achong

Multiple new retail experiences have been announced along Michigan Avenue as the strip sees an uptick in occupancy from its pandemic lows. Located across the famed shopping street, the new spots both replace vacant spaces and some soon-to-be closed stores. This comes as some major flagships like H&M relocate from their current home as well.

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400 N Lake Shore Drive, by SOM

Catching up on progress at the 400 Lake Shore North Tower

7:30 am on October 8, 2024 By Daniel Schell

It’s time to catch up on construction progress at the North Tower at 400 Lake Shore. The build team of LR Contracting, BOWA Construction, and Goebel Forming continues to make headway on the Streeterville residential tower, with concrete and rebar still dominating the site.

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2456 West Cortez Street, via Google Maps

New Construction Permit Issued For Residential Building At 2456 West Cortez Street In West Town

7:00 am on October 8, 2024 By Max Gillespie

The City of Chicago has issued a new construction permit for a three-story, six-unit residential building located at 2456 West Cortez Street in West Town. The permit was issued on October 4, after an application process that began on July 29.

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