Maxwell Evans

Several community groups say they've heard little from a council created to fund programs in Woodlawn using proceeds from the bankruptcy of Leon Finney’s former development company. The applications are still under review, council members said.

The Latino- and Black-owned café with a rotating pastry menu and plans for programs like game nights, open mics and arts talks will host its grand opening celebration Saturday afternoon.

CKO Real Estate left residents "in the dark" following a February fire at one property and months of devolving living conditions at others; now, tenants are demanding rent reimbursements, moving assistance and an end to their leases without penalty.

The plan will guide development along the Far South Side corridor as the Red Line Extension is built.

The brand held a Roaring '20s launch party this week as its owners roll out distribution to A&S Beverages in Hyde Park and other South Side businesses and restaurants.

With mass participation, Friday's 24-hour boycott of all non-emergency spending will "send a message that cannot be ignored." "We will not finance our own oppression," pastor Ira Acree said.

Through Ald. Jeanette Taylor’s community voting process, residents approved of lifting the liquor bans and allowing Mr. G’s in Washington Park and Grove Market in Woodlawn to sell their liquor licenses to new owners.

Residents gathered to discuss ideas for what could replace a Walgreens at 71st Street and Jeffery Boulevard that's set to close Feb. 27.

The partnership, which will take the name BAMJoy, will run the Obama Center's restaurant, café and catering operations.

Ald. Desmon Yancy wants to rezone the property from a shopping district to a "residential multi-unit district." Though no apartments are planned, it would prevent Walgreens from bringing a dollar store to the site.