The iconic Home Alone house has officially sold, closing for $5.5 million—well over its original asking price of $5.25 million. The famous Winnetka, Illinois property, immortalized in the 1990 holiday classic, drew widespread attention when it was listed in May 2024. The sale, which went und…
Chicago's diverse neighborhoods offer a range of options for prospective homebuyers. Based on Niche’s 2024 Best Neighborhoods to Buy a House in the Chicago Area rankings.
A lucky family had a very merry Christmas in 2024 when they became the proud new owners of Billy Corgan’s former Victorian-painted lady-style home. Built in 1904, this historic Lakeview property is known for its intricate architecture and timeless charm, making it a true sanctuary for the Sm…
Chicago’s historic charm is up for grabs! The Goodman and Armour Houses are now on the market. A lucky investor or homeowner will have the chance to own an iconic estate steeped in rich legacy and luxury.
Edgewater Glen, a residential enclave in Chicago’s Edgewater neighborhood, has officially been placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation has announced a transformative $10 million grant to support the renovation of the historic South Portico entrance at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) in Chicago.
The Armour family played a pivotal role in Chicago’s economic and industrial rise. Armour & Co., once the world’s largest meatpacking company, helped earn Chicago the nickname "Hog Butcher for the World."
Harold Washington, Chicago’s first African-American mayor, is remembered for his impactful political career and the changes he brought to the city.
To further enhance LaSalle Street’s appeal, public realm improvements will include new landscaping, public art, and enhanced lighting designed to make the corridor a “smart street.”
Imagine owning a slice of a king's domain — the king of basketball, that is. His Airness, Michael Jordan, is forever etched in the hearts of millions worldwide, but nowhere more than in the heart of Chicago.
This reduction is equivalent to removing 67,500 passenger vehicles from roads each year, according to the city's Chief Sustainability Officer Angela Tovar.
Chicago continues to shine as a top destination for meetings and events. With award-winning services and a growing list of venues, the city remains a go-to spot for business and leisure.
After School Matters, a non-profit organization providing programming for Chicago Public Schools teens, has begun a $14 million renovation of a 36,000-square-foot facility near the former Cabrini-Green public housing development on the Near North Side.
La-Z-Boy has launched a transformative retail experience store in the heart of Chicago's iconic Lincoln Park. According to press release by the organization on GlobeNewswire, this innovative 12,000 square-foot store aims to enhance furniture shopping for its customers, combining modern desig…
Home Alone, the iconic Christmas classic that blessed screens on November 16, 1990, has not only brought popularity to the leading actor, Macaulay Culkin, but also to the breathtaking home in Winnetka, Illinois.
KTGY, a Great Places to Work certified architecture and design firm, is making significant strides in expanding its high-rise expertise by appointing Sam Luckino as principal in its Chicago office.
Google is set to launch its first retail store in the Midwest at Oakbrook Center, a prominent suburban shopping mall in Chicago. According to a Chicago Business Journal report, the store will span 2,000 square feet and officially opens its doors on Friday, November 1. This location marks Goo…
Northwestern University is preparing for a major transformation at its Kellogg School of Management. The institution aims to develop a new state-of-the-art facility as part of its $600 million fundraising campaign. The new building is set to replace the Allen Center, which, post-demolition, …
Logistics company Parceljet Information Technology LLC is making strides in the U.S. market by entering the Chicago area. This Frankfurt, Germany-based firm has secured a significant presence in the Midwest by signing a five-year lease for a massive space in Montgomery.
Workbox, a flexible workspace provider, is relocating its headquarters to Fulton Market, aiming to position itself amid what it describes as the city's new
Paris-based Magnicity—the parent company of 360 CHICAGO—has teamed up with Skidmore Owings & Merrill (SOM), the original architects of the John Hancock Center, to transform the landmark's 95th and 96th floors.
Mars Wrigley has announced that McCaffery Interests Inc. will spearhead the redevelopment of its iconic factory on the Northwest Side of Chicago. This site, nearly a century old and the birthplace of Snickers and Three Musketeers candy bars, will undergo significant changes.
Medline Industries is significantly expanding its office space at Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, nearly tripling its footprint to 161,000 square feet on the building’s 12th floor. The company signed a long-term lease extending through 2036.
Retired NBA legend Michael Jordan has finally found a buyer for his Highland Park mansion after being on the market for over a decade, according to a report by Crain’s Chicago Business. The expansive property, listed at $14.855 million, has seen numerous price changes since first being put u…
The demand for Chicago’s downtown office space is experiencing a resurgence, driven by the evolving dynamics of hybrid work models and increased corporate relocations.
Four Chicago suburbs have been named among the safest and richest places to live in the United States for 2024, according to a new ranking by GOBankingRates.
Four local buildings have been honored as exceptional examples of historic preservation in Chicago, receiving the 2024 Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award.
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Damen Green Line Station on the Near West Side officially reopened on August 5, after a nearly century-long closure.
As an avid traveler, I'm always looking for new and unique places within easy driving or flying distance for Chicagoans. Recently, I headed to Northeast Tennessee to visit the Tri-Cities.
It’s wedding season and Chicago is the place to be for your big day. Check out these 10 local venues, which offer a range of curated aesthetics to make your dream wedding come to life.
Nestled away in the northwest suburbs lies one of Chicagoland’s most peculiar tourist attractions, the Leaning Tower of Niles. Given its rather mundane surroundings, the tower sticks out like a decorative sore thumb.
Oz Park’s Dorothy’s Playlot in Lincoln Park reopened after a $1.25 million renovation, featuring new amenities like bouncy bridges, twisty slides and ADA-accessible ramps.
Bally's Casino has acquired a $940 million financing agreement with Pennsylvania's real estate investment trust, Gaming and Leisure Properties, to build a $1.7 billion casino complex with a 500-room hotel tower at the site of the former Tribune Freedom Center complex in River West.
According to a statement from the non-profit, the selected preservation projects are located throughout Illinois in Chicago, Oak Park, El Paso, Jacksonville, Pittsfield, and Richmond. The funds will provide vital monetary support to important historical sites in the state threatened with dem…
The project seeks to replace the existing buildings with a new 29-unit apartment complex, according to the 44th Ward site. The building would stand just over 56 feet high, and include sustainable design features that allow the building to blend with the architectural style of the neighborhood.
The Chicagoland suburb of Elgin is the "safest and most affordable" city in the US, according to a recent survey by financial website GoBankingRates.
Developer Related Midwest and city officials came together Monday to officially break ground on the first phase of its highly anticipated two-tower skyscraper project planned for the long-abandoned Chicago Spire site.
Lincoln Park’s Costco Wholesale has been granted approval for expansions to its parking lot and warehouse space, in a win for retail development in Chicago. The expansion project was approved by the Chicago City Council at its Wednesday meeting, according to Block Club Chicago.
The Chicago City Council has passed an ordinance requiring property owners to register, maintain, and insure buildings with vacant storefronts and unoccupied ground-level spaces. The measure aims to boost business districts and provide new opportunities for entrepreneurs, according to a city…
Looking for the perfect vacation destination to relax in luxury this summer? Look no further than Snowmass Havens 3 in Snowmass Village, Colorado, the best luxury Airbnb experience west of the Rockies. Escape Chicago for a weekend and bask in the natural beauty of the mountains, all while en…
Architectural Digest has released its list of Most Beautiful Streets in the World and Chicago’s Dusable Lake Shore Drive made the list, ranking in at number 40 out of 71 entries.The preeminent architecture and interior design magazine declared Dusable Lake Shore Drive the “perfect way to tak…
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois' parent company Health Care Service Corp (HCSC) has listed 230,000 square feet of office space for lease at its East Loop headquarters, according to a report by Crain's.
A Fulton Market apartment building is set to be transformed into a hotel under a new development plan.According to Crain’s, developer Fulton Street Cos. has signed an agreement to turn the Fulton Street Lofts at 910 W. Lake St. into a 140-room boutique hotel.
Airbnb has revolutionized the travel industry, allowing adventurers to feel a sense of home no matter where the wind takes them. Where once travelers were limited to carefully curated hotel rooms, tourists now have the option to stay in cozy, personalized abodes anywhere in the world.
Local development firm Mavrek Development is behind the project, which seeks to rehab the historic building at 925 W. Belmont, home to the famed Ann Sather Diner, Belmont Army Vintage shop, and other retailers, according to Block Club Chicago.
Struggling coworking company WeWork is reducing its Chicago footprint by closing its Fulton Market outpost, as first reported by Crain’s.According to Crain’s, WeWork will maintain its other coworking spaces in Chicago, including its locations in the Loop and River North. The downsizing comes…
On Friday, May 17, Illinois Senator Dick Durbin joined Chicago city leaders and members of the Hispanic Housing Development Corporation to cut the ribbon on a new state-of-the-art affordable housing development in Humboldt Park.
Ever wonder which state best represents America as a whole? According to a recent data report by the Washington Post, that state is Illinois!
Historic preservation nonprofit Landmarks Illinois has released its 2024 Most Endangered Historic Places in Illinois, highlighting 10 architecturally and culturally important Illinois sites in urgent need of preservation resources.
Billionaire "Star Wars" filmmaker George Lucas and his wife, Mellody Hobson have begun developing their two Chicago luxury condos into a two-story penthouse atop the Park Tower in Streeterville, according to a report from the Chicago Tribune.
The spring home-buying season is underway here in Chicago, and that means more opportunities to get into the real estate market for budding homeowners. As mentioned in our review of Chicago’s 2023 and 2024 Q1 housing market, home prices are holding steady with Chicago real estate at its most…
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