Woodlawn
Federal review of Obama Library plan will consider impact on Jackson Park
A host of proposed changes to the historic park will give federal officials a vital say in the project’s viability.
Woodlawn apartment complex latest indicator of neighborhood renewal
The Trianon Lofts represent the area’s first major market-rate development in more than 40 years.
Few details emerge on evolving design of Obama Library
Despite many community meetings, much remains unknown about the upcoming Jackson Park complex
Fire-ravaged Woodlawn shrine will finally get its new roof
The work on the once endangered 1923 Shrine of Christ the King will begin next month.
Jackson Park watchdog group stepping up its efforts
The group Jackson Park Watch is looking to expand its influence on planning for the Obama Presidential Center
Obama Foundation to host public meeting for Presidential Center plan
The Obama Foundation is seeking feedback from Chicago residents
Obama Foundation will build its own parking garage for presidential center
The Obama Presidential Center will now occupy 35 acres of public parkland.
CTA has ‘no plans’ to extend Green Line to Jackson Park
Mass transit to the future Obama Presidential Center is not likely to happen anytime soon.
Larger Roosevelt Square Library among projects approved by the Plan Commission
The monthly meeting OK’d new developments in neighborhoods such as Woodlawn, Little Italy, Avondale, and the West Loop.
Open thread: Should the Green Line be extended to Jackson Park?
The Obamas have touted the presidential center’s potential economic impact, but what about transit?
New petition calls on Chicago to restore the 63rd Street Green Line branch
Greater transit connectivity to Jackson Park and the upcoming Obama Library is needed now, argues the petition’s author.
Midcentury modern fixer upper in Woodlawn asking $150,000
The house was designed by African American modernist architect Roger Margerum.
Jackson Park redevelopment would require more road closures
The Obama Presidential Center and overhauled Jackson Park Golf Course will see major changes made to traffic patterns.
Historic five-bedroom home in Jackson Park Highlands asks $710K
The spacious 1926 home is convenient to the lake, the South Shore Cultural Center, and the future site of the Obama Presidential Library.
University of Chicago to build 15-story hotel near Obama Library
The 180-room project is roughly two blocks west of the future site of the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park.
Obama Foundation: Presidential center’s economic impact could be worth billions
The Obama Foundation says that the proposed presidential center would support thousands of jobs.
What would you change about the Obama Presidential Center plan?
The president says that the game-changing campus could be delivered in four years.
How the Obama Presidential Center could reshape Jackson Park
The Obama Foundation has offered a first look at early designs for the upcoming presidential library.
Jewel-Osco grocery store announced for Woodlawn
Following yesterday’s announcement of upgrades for nearby Green Line station, the City of Chicago and Jewel-Osco have revealed a plan to bring a new grocery store to the South Side’s Woodlawn.
Upgraded station, new TOD headed to the CTA’s Cottage Grove stop
Just days after developer broke ground on a four-story, mixed-income transit-oriented development in Woodlawn, the City of Chicago has announced plans to overhaul the adjacent Cottage Grove Green Line station.
Open thread: What do you want to see at the Obama Presidential Center?
The Obama Foundation has been stepping up its efforts to engage with Chicago residents on its plans.
135 live-work lofts could be headed to this vacant Woodlawn lot
A vacant parcel at the corner of 63rd Street and Blackstone Avenue in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood could become the site of a glassy 10-story mixed-use project.
Obama Foundation introduces library architects
Architects Tod Williams, Billie Tsien, and Dina Griffin were formally introduced to South Side residents last night.
In Woodlawn, community development sparks talk of neighborhood renewal
Can an Obama Library bump add more momentum to the city’s South Side?
Mixed-income TOD ready to rise at Cottage Grove CTA stop
Situated just steps from the Green Line, this 55-unit transit-oriented development (TOD) was just granted the city’s OK to begin construction.
Obama Foundation announces list of landscape architects for Chicago library
The prestigious Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates will lead the presidential library’s landscape design.
Obamas seek public input on upcoming Presidential Center for Chicago
As the Obamas return to life as private citizens, they are looking to press forward on their plans to build their presidential library in Chicago.
Woodlawn’s housing market to heat up in 2017
Real estate brokerage Redfin reveals their picks for hottest neighborhoods in 2017.
Your guide to Woodlawn, the 2016 Neighborhood of the Year
Community stakeholders tell us what makes the South Side neighborhood of Woodlawn so great
And now, your Curbed Cup neighborhood of the year: Woodlawn
The South Side underdog faced stiff competition but reigned supreme in this year’s contest.
Get a massive turreted greystone in Woodlawn for $299K
The large home has been mostly updated but could still use some polishing.
Curbed Cup Final: (4) Lakeview vs. (15) Woodlawn
The finals are here—vote for Chicago neighborhood of the year!
Curbed Cup Final Four: (3) Uptown vs. (15) Woodlawn
Cast your vote now for the neighborhood you think should advance!
Curbed Cup 2nd round results!
Meet this year’s final four contenders for the illustrious Curbed Cup.
Curbed Cup Elite Eight: (10) West Loop vs. (15) Woodlawn
The future home of the Obama Library takes on one the city’s hottest restaurant and office districts.
Curbed Cup 1st round: (2) The Loop vs. (15) Woodlawn
Which neighborhood should advance? Cast your vote now!
Shrine of Christ the King to hold outdoor mass, rally Saturday
The church is marking the one year anniversary of the fire that nearly destroyed the historic structure
Shrine of Christ the King is getting a new roof
Workers will need to get the building’s roof finished before winter hits
President Obama's statement on the Jackson Park site selection
This afternoon, the Obama Foundation issued a statement confirming that the future future Obama Presidential Center will indeed be built in Jackson Park.