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Holocaust museum to open temporary location in River North

Starting in July, the Illinois Holocaust Museum will temporarily close for renovations and open a satellite location at State & Kinzie. The new venue will offer engaging exhibitions and educational programming.

Landlords organize to fight anti-gentrification ordinance

A battle is brewing as landlords unite against the newly enacted Northwest Side Housing Preservation Ordinance, which grants extensive rights to renters and is seen by owners as a threat to private property.

Bally’s struggles with run of bad luck

Bally’s $1.7 billion casino project in Chicago is hitting snags, including a stalled public offering and construction delays. City officials and local residents express concerns over its viability and impact on traffic and city revenue.

Chicago home buyers may have to wait years for 5 percent rates

With mortgage rates still averaging above 6.5 percent, experts suggest the best hope for affordability may not be for years, pushing many first-time buyers to rethink their plans.

Immersive theater from ‘Talking Heads’ founder coming to River North

An immersive theatrical experience that aspires to challenge perceptions and ‘reveal the brain’s inner mysteries’ will open in River North this fall.

Backlash not easing with Plan Commission approval of revised high-rise in Old Town

Outrage among Old Town residents continues despite city approval of a revised Old Town Canvas, a 36-story apartment tower that is now shorter, wider, and with fewer units.

$14 million approved for rebirth of Cabrini-Green

The Chicago City Council’s Committee on Finance approved use of TIF funds for the 78-unit mixed-income housing project at Cabrini-Green.

Fargo: Unique charm and quirky culture ‘north of normal’

Its enterprising spirit and artsy vibe may surprise you.

Developers tried to save Cabrini-Green two decades ago

As the Chicago Housing Authority prepares to build 4,080 new affordable units on the former Cabrini-Green site, residents of nearby Old Town are skeptical of the project’s design and impact on community safety.

Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ epic will include Viking ship that visited Chicago

The Draken Harald Harfagre, the largest Viking ship built in modern times, traveled from Norway to Navy Pier in 2016.