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Rush Bowls Coming to North Southport Avenue

Another healthy dining concept is headed to Chicago’s Southport Corridor.

Chicago Approves Initial Funding for Foundry Park Along Southport Avenue

The massive Foundry Park redevelopment on Chicago’s North Side took a major step forward this week after the Chicago Community Development Commission approved an initial package of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) assistance for infrastructure and public space improvements.

Lucky Strike Wrigleyville Closes, Leaving One of the Largest Entertainment Vacancies in the Neighborhood

Another high-profile Wrigleyville entertainment destination has gone dark.

Illinois Taxes Push DraftKings to Shut Down Wrigley Field Sportsbook After Just Two Years

DraftKings is shutting down its in-person sportsbook next to Wrigley Field, and the company is making it clear that Illinois’ increasingly aggressive tax structure is a major reason why.

Demolition Permit Clears Way for New Retail Development at 1800 N. Clybourn

A key step forward has been taken in the transformation of a long-standing retail site in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, as city officials have issued the first demolition permit for redevelopment at 1800 N. Clybourn.