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Tom Brady's sports memorabilia shop, CardVault, opens this week at 1027 W. Addison St., across from Wrigley Field. The store features trading cards, memorabilia, and grading services, marking Brady's first expansion beyond the East Coast. The opening coincides with the National Sports Collectors Convention in Rosemont.
Jacob Ryan Reno, a Logan Square artist, offers crude sketches for five dollars at local markets, attracting a growing clientele. He uses the project, called Terrible Portraits, to engage with his community and bring smiles to his subjects, with no plans to improve his drawing skills. Despite initial nerves, Reno's performance art has received positive reception, leading him to consider expanding his events.
Neighbors and Alderman Chris Taliaferro rejected a proposed five-story apartment complex on Harlem Avenue in Austin due to concerns over community impact. The development, which would have included 80 market-rate units, faced overwhelming opposition during a community meeting. Taliaferro emphasized the need for developments that align with the community's vision.
Residents near the Red Line's Sheridan and Wilson stops in Chicago report unbearable noise levels after the removal of a "slow zone." Noise levels reached 100 decibels in local parks, prompting concerns about quality of life and property values. The CTA plans to maintain train speeds despite residents' requests for a return to slower operations during off-peak hours.
Lincoln Avenue in Lincoln Square may reopen to traffic by August 11 after crews pour quick-curing concrete. The construction, part of a two-year project responding to the 2019 Lincoln Square Master Plan, aims to improve infrastructure and aesthetics in the area. Pedestrian access will resume first, followed by vehicle traffic.
Demetrius Brown, 19, commutes two hours to Humboldt Park for an internship at Siko’s Print Studio, part of the One Summer Chicago initiative. Brown and other interns receive hands-on experience in printing and marketing, while Siko benefits from their assistance as she grows her business. The program, which ends this week, faces funding challenges due to budget cuts.
Residents near the Red Line's Sheridan and Wilson stops report unbearable noise levels since the removal of a "slow zone" last year. Neighbors have asked the CTA to reinstate the slow zone or reduce speeds during off-peak hours, but officials refuse to lower train speeds, citing operational efficiency.
Major League Baseball confirmed that Wrigley Field will host the 2027 All-Star Game, marking its fourth time as the venue. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced the decision at a press conference alongside key stakeholders, highlighting recent security upgrades as instrumental to securing the event.
A new developer, Prairie Ridge Development, acquired the $110 million redevelopment project of the former People’s Gas site in Portage Park. The project will now feature 253 residential units across two buildings, a shift from the original plan of 346 units in a single building. Construction is expected to start in spring 2024, pending city approvals.
Residents on West Newport Avenue in Lakeview oppose the demolition of a century-old greystone, arguing it threatens the block's historical character. The developer, PLD Homes, plans to replace it with a modern two-flat, prompting neighbors to seek preservation of the building's facade. They express willingness to cover redesign costs to maintain architectural consistency.