A Far South Side affordable housing complex plagued by neglect and deteriorating conditions has been sold, and city officials say the new owner will launch much-needed renovations. California-based Transcend Development Group bought the 180-unit property at 221 E. 121st St. in West Pullman in a $53 million deal, including about $23 million set aside to rehabilitate its aging … [Read more...] about Troubled West Pullman housing complex has new owners, and will get a complete rehab
NFL commissioner tours potential new Bears stadium sites, including Arlington Heights and northwest Indiana
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell joined top Chicago Bears officials to tour potential new stadium sites before the team’s stunning playoff win over the Green Bay Packers, a source familiar with the visit said. Bears President and CEO Kevin Warren and Chairman George McCaskey took Goodell on a tour of the Arlington Heights site the team owns, and two sites in northwest Indiana, … [Read more...] about NFL commissioner tours potential new Bears stadium sites, including Arlington Heights and northwest Indiana
Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot sued over credit card debt
Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot was sued late last year for unpaid credit card debt, records show. Lightfoot was served in October at her Chicago home with a lawsuit from JPMorgan Chase Bank for allegedly failing to pay about $11,078 in bills, according to a copy of the complaint filed in Cook County Circuit Court. The suit says that Lightfoot did not object to the bank’s last … [Read more...] about Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot sued over credit card debt
Column: Chicago Bears are moving on — but 3-game drama vs. Green Bay Packers shows the rivalry is reborn
The signs have been there since Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson’s introductory news conference nearly a year ago, when he fired the verbal shot heard ‘round the NFL. “I kind of enjoyed beating Matt LaFleur twice a year,” the former Detroit Lions assistant coach said, referring to the Green Bay Packers coach. Every new Bears coach comes in saying the right words — “… and we’re … [Read more...] about Column: Chicago Bears are moving on — but 3-game drama vs. Green Bay Packers shows the rivalry is reborn
Woman critically injured after struck by car on 159th Street in Orland Park
A 49-year-old woman remained in critical condition Monday after being struck by a car while crossing 159th Street Thursday night, an Orland Park spokesperson said Monday. The spokesperson said rainy weather caused low visibility, and the woman was struck by a vehicle being driven by a 39-year-old man near the intersection of 159th Street and 94th Avenue. Police did not name the … [Read more...] about Woman critically injured after struck by car on 159th Street in Orland Park