City officials and developers broke ground on $3.8 billion mixed-use community project in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood Wednesday.
The city purchased the idle site in 2016 as part of its Olympics bid.
"After years of extensive studies, and robust community engagement efforts, we today can take the first important steps in announcing the unlocking the potential of this site." The project is estimated to create up to 20,000 temporary and permanent jobs, with a focus on equity. "They mayor challenged us as owners, developers, investors to participate in [her] vision and to bring about equitable change to the marketplace," said McLaurin, the CEO of McLaurin Development Partners.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Crews break ground on 16 Tech bridge on near west sideThe bridge will connect 16 Tech Innovation District to the research and medical corridor in downtown Indy.
Read more »
As small caps hit multi-decade lows, one fund manager reveals 3 stocks to buyJosh Bennett, who manages the $640 million Alger Weatherbie Specialized Growth Fund, says these three companies will be less impacted by macroeconomic trends.
Read more »
Alexander: For San Diego State, Final Four is a multi-faceted opportunityGetting this deep into the NCAA tournament has been a long time coming for the program, and it could enhance the Aztecs’ future.
Read more »
Separating single- from multi-particle dynamics in nonlinear spectroscopy - NatureTransient absorption with N prescribed excitation intensities allows isolation of N increasingly nonlinear responses, enabling separation of single- and multiple-exciton dynamics.
Read more »
Watch Rossinavi’s New 216-Foot Multi-Deck Superyacht Set Sail in ItalySet your sights on luxury at sea! Take a look at Rossinavi's new eco-friendly superyacht boasting a hybrid diesel-electric system for reduced emissions. 🛥️ boating ocean
Read more »
N.J. doctor sentenced in multi-state prescription drug schemeThe doctors wrote prescriptions without examining the patients, officials said.
Read more »