The U.S. Secret Service, along with federal, state, and local partners, released the most updated maps (attached) of the security perimeters that will be in place around both venues (McCormick Place & United Center) during the upcoming convention in Chicago, which runs from Aug. 19-22.For more infor
Be part of the solution!We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. This is an opportunity for you to engage with your Beat Officers.What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the
Last summer, residents reported that River North bar patrons would illegally park in Residential Permit Parking (RPP) Zone 1189 and host curbside parties after the bars closed. These parties had a negative impact on quality-of-life and often turned violent.In response to these reports, Alderman Rei
Ward 42 asked Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) Traffic Engineers to conduct a traffic study on North Larrabee Street, between West Erie Street and West Superior Street – due to reports of wrong-way drivers, vehicles not stopping at stop signs, and gridlock traffic.In response to their req
The 18th Police District Councilmonthly meeting is on June 25 at 6:00 PM Old Town Triangle Association Center at 1763 N. North Park Avenue.When: Tuesday, June 25 at 6:00 p.m.Where: Old Town Triangle Association Center – 1763 N. North Park Avenue. Parking Information: metered street parking on La
In July of this year, all remaining Chicago Tribune personnel and equipment will leave the Freedom Center site at Chicago and Halsted, after which the demolition phase will commence to make way for the construction of the permanent casino facility. The project has been designated “environmentally co
As our neighborhood prepares for the impacts of the DNC this August, this document has answers to frequently asked questions regarding community impact. A security plan has not yet been released by the U.S. Secret Service.The Office of Emergency Management and Communications will be a great resourc
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) will be installing new light poles in the River North neighborhood in the coming weeks. The lighting improvements are occurring within the area bounded by Chicago Avenue, Orleans Street, Larrabee Street, and Ontario Street.This work will include infras
