Chicago Park District addresses claims of homeless encampment clearing at Eugene Field Park
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The Chicago Park District addressed reports that a homeless encampment has been cleared at Eugene Field Park. The district says it performed a routine coordinated cleaning but the encampment was not closed. 

Chicago Park District highlights winter programs for all ages
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The Chicago Park District’s Farah Tunks explains how residents can stay active through a wide range of indoor and outdoor winter activities, plus how to register and find program information.

Parents of teens shot at Chicago pool sue suspected shooter, Park District
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The families of two teenagers who were shot, one fatally, at Douglass Park in June announced a wrongful death lawsuit against the Chicago Park District and the suspected shooter.

Families of teens shot at Chicago pool file lawsuit against suspect, park district
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The families of two teenagers who were shot, one fatally, at Douglass Park in June announced a wrongful death lawsuit against the Chicago Park District and the suspected shooter.

Chicago Park District unveils bold redesign for downtown lakefront | ChicagoNOW
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Chicago's front yard might be getting a major facelift. A sweeping new vision from the Chicago Park District reimagines the lakefront from Randolph Street to Museum Campus, adding green space, public art, and long-awaited pedestrian connections. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman explains more.

Chicago lifeguard who allegedly shot teens passed all background checks: park district

The Chicago Park District has concluded its internal review into a former lifeguard who allegedly shot two unarmed teens, killing one of them last month in Douglass Park.

Pro-Palestinian film in Chicago's Movies in the Park series sparks controversy

As tensions between Israel and Iran begin to cool, controversy is heating up in Chicago over a planned screening of a documentary some say is antisemitic.

Riot Fest to remain at Douglass Park through 2027
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The Chicago Park District and Riot Fest signed a deal to keep the music festival in Douglass Park through 2027.

New Chicago Park District leader sworn in
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Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa as the next superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District.

Mayor Brandon Johnson appoints new leader of Chicago Park District
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Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa as the next superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District, pending approval from the Park District Board.

Chicago Park District CEO resigns after 3 years at helm

The head of the Chicago Park District resigned her post on Wednesday after three years in that position.