Amundsen Park reopens to community after proposed migrant shelter thwarted
Amundsen Park will not be used as a migrant shelter and will reopen to the community next week, according to the city.
Chicago youth football team faces venue challenges amidst violence concerns
A frustrated group of youth Chicago football players and coaches say violence, which has nothing to do with them, is keeping them off the field.
Universoul Circus addresses concerns about Chicago omission from tour schedule
The very popular Universoul Circus is responding to concerns that Chicago isn't on this year's tour schedule.
CVS Health expands community outreach, enhancing access to after-school programs in Chicago
The Chicago Park District is receiving substantial support from CVS Health, as the company is providing a $20,000 grant.
Illinois brothers sentenced after assaulting officers in Jan. 6 Capitol riot
A former longtime electrician for the Chicago Park District was sentenced to more than three years in prison Wednesday for helping break through barricades near the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, injuring multiple officers along the way.
Someone installed a 'nude beach' sign at Chicago beach, alderwoman says
Someone installed a sign at Loyola Beach indicating that it was now a nude beach, according to a Chicago alderwoman.
Chicago beaches, outdoor pools close for the summer
It's a sign summer is coming to an end as the beaches are closing
Chicago Friday Morning Swim Club canceled after dispute with park district
Days after hundreds showed up to an “unofficial” version of the popular Friday Morning Swim Club at Montrose Harbor, the organizers announced Tuesday there will be no more official dips this summer season.
Friday Morning Swim Club canceled but hundreds still show up with police standing by
The Friday Morning Swim Club was canceled for the week but hundreds still showed up to jump in with police monitoring on the shore of Montrose Harbor.
Hundreds turn out for first-ever Golden Games hosted by Special Olympics Chicago
The first-ever Golden Games hosted by Special Olympics Chicago and the Chicago Park District is taking place this week across the city.
Broadway Armory to serve as newest migrant shelter, impacting Chicago Park District programs
Thursday night in Edgewater, city leaders told neighbors the Broadway Armory will serve as the city's newest shelter for migrants. The decision means many of the Park District's summer and fall programs at the Armory will have to be canceled or relocated.



















