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Boutique Hotel Development Proposed at 3257 N. Halsted

A boutique hotel is set to be developed at 3257 N. Halsted St., situated at the corner of N. Halsted St. and W. Aldine Ave. Designed by Jonathan Splitt Architects, the six-story building will feature 51 rooms, a restaurant, and a basement speakeasy. The project is currently pending necessary zoning

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New Mixed-Use Development at 1325 W Fulton Street In Fulton Market Planned

A new mixed-use development is set to redefine 1325 W Fulton Street in Chicago’s Fulton Market District, now pivoting from an office concept to a multi-tower residential project focused on high-end condominiums. Sulo Development plans three phases, totaling 250 units, with community engagement ongoing. Project Overview Location: 1325 W Fulton

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Google Launches First Midwest Storefront at Oakbrook Center

Google has opened its first Midwest retail location at Oakbrook Center mall, marking the tech giant’s fifth U.S. storefront. The 3,500-square-foot store provides a hands-on experience with Google products, including Pixel phones, Nest cameras, and Fitbit trackers. The Oak Brook store will also offer customers AI-driven experiences, as well as

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West Side Voters Oppose Public Funding for Bears Stadium

A ballot referendum in Chicago’s 29th Ward has shown clear opposition to public funding for a proposed new stadium for the Chicago Bears.  With five out of eight precincts reporting, 79 percent of voters cast their ballots against the idea of taxpayer subsidies for the stadium, highlighting widespread resistance to

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Chicago City Council Greenlights 1200 W. Fulton St. Development

The Chicago City Council has approved a significant mixed-use development at 1200 W. Fulton St. in the Fulton Market District. Planned by JDL Development and Fulton Street Companies, the project will introduce two residential towers alongside commercial space, bringing new housing options and amenities to the area. Project Highlights in

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