September 2026 – Southport Corridor News and Events

Trick or Treat on Southport Returns October 26 with Candy, Costumes and Halloween Fun

One of the Southport Corridor’s favorite fall traditions is back.

56-Unit Mixed-Use Development Proposed Near Diversey Brown Line

A new mixed-use development could bring 56 apartments and new retail space to Diversey Parkway near the CTA Brown Line.

Ernesta Now Open on Chicago’s Southport Corridor

Longtime Southport Car Wash Launches Petition to Reopen After City Alley-Access Dispute

A longtime Southport Corridor business is asking neighbors for help reopening its doors after a dispute with the City of Chicago over access to the alley behind its property.

Lovesac Faces Social Media Backlash After CEO’s Response to Viral TikTok Complaint

Lovesac, the furniture retailer that recently opened a showroom on Chicago’s Southport Corridor, has found itself at the center of a national social media controversy after a comedian’s viral complaint about assembling one of the company’s couches escalated into a much larger debate over customer service, social media strategy and the response from the company’s CEO.

Lakeview Buyers Face Bidding Wars in Chicago’s Competitive Condo Market

Chicago’s condo market is continuing to favor sellers, with limited inventory and strong buyer competition pushing many properties to or above their asking prices.

Lakeview is seeing that pressure firsthand.

Bobbles & Lace Coming to Chicago’s Southport Corridor

Chicago’s Southport Corridor is adding another fashion retailer to its growing lineup, with Bobbles & Lace preparing to open a new boutique at 3501 N. Southport Avenue, at the corner of Southport and Cornelia in Lakeview.