
May 14, 2026
Chicago has awarded over $2.1 million in Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grants to support local businesses across several neighborhoods. The program targets economic growth by helping renovate existing locations or establish new enterprises on the city's South, Southwest, and West Sides.
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April 29, 2026
The third annual Chicago Preservation Expo will take place May 18 at the Cultural Center. The event features awards honoring local preservation projects and advocates. Admission is free with registration now open.
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April 15, 2026
Chicago officials have proposed expanding the Canal/Congress TIF district boundaries. The move would include the Greyhound Bus Station property in an effort aimed at maintaining transportation services.
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April 15, 2026
A new affordable housing project called HUB32 has been approved near East Garfield Park's Kedzie Green Line station. Supported by city loans and tax credits, it will offer homes for lower-income residents while adding retail space and creating jobs.
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April 15, 2026
Chicago City Council has approved a record-setting $28.9 million investment in local job training programs. The funding expands opportunities across more TIF districts through grants supporting technology adoption and workforce development. The Department of Planning and Development will oversee these expanded initiatives.
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April 15, 2026
City Council has approved $270,000 in Open Space Impact Fee funding for a new community garden in Austin. The Territory Community Garden will be built on North Central Avenue with support from local nonprofit Territory.
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April 15, 2026
City Council has approved TIF funding for upgrades at ICA's GreenRise building in Uptown. The project will improve facilities for nonprofits serving over a thousand clients weekly.
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