Bronzeville

For an answer on housing, Bronzeville residents visit the mayor's house

Residents say they are concerned that Chicago's Olympic bid could displace tens of thousands of residents in their historic black community. They are pushing officials to set aside 500 vacant lots for affordable housing before the International Olympic Committee picks a host city in October.

4 months ago | Adrian G. Uribarri

Dowell puts Bronzeville front and center

Chicago Alderman Pat Dowell is one of the elected officials in the middle of discussions to improve Bronzeville. She's working to bring retail and affordable housing to the challenged neighborhood.

7 months ago | Tim Healey

Bronzeville YMCA wrestles with changing neighborhood

The Bronzeville YMCA has historic roots. It was set up at a time when blacks were segregated from larger society and became an oasis for people and children wanting to play and swim

8 months ago | Nicole Hernandez and Lindsey Reiser

Vacant lots pose challenge to redevelopment in Bronzeville

There are nearly 2,000 vacant lots in the Bronzeville neighborhood. Housing advocates are concerned that they will be transformed into property that people with moderate incomes can't afford.

8 months ago | Savannah Russell

Residents voice concerns about Chicago Olympic bid

Residents were treated to a glimpse of the Chicago Olympics proposals - and some expressed concerns about the economics of the project, and the possible displacement of residents.

9 months ago | Dorothy Jagonase and Dan Biederman

College group lobbying for discounted Metra fares

A coalition of college students is lobbying state legislators for discounted rides on Metra. Discounts are already given to elementary and high school students.

11 months ago | Peter Sachs

Trying to improve community through public transit, pedestrian access

Bronzeville residents are trying to improve access to their community, hoping it will spur development and help residents gain better access to rest of the city.

1 year ago | Megan Cottrell

Bronzeville residents trying to make a place for middle income families

Bronzeville residents, aldermen at odds over proposed a referendum that would set aside city-owned vacant lots for middle income homes.

1 year ago | Megan Cottrell

Family in teen disappearance raps cops

Yasmin Acree's family believes she was kidnapped from her Austin home Jan. 15. They found doors kicked in at the house, as well as a broken lock. Police ignored evidence, they say.

1 year ago | Shannon McGee

Beat 212 CAPS meeting

1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty

Beat 211 CAPS meeting

1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty

Beat 2122 CAPS meeting

1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty

Beat 2112 CAPS meeting

1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty

Beat 2113 CAPS meeting

1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty

Beat 2122 CAPS meeting

1 year ago | Geoff Dougherty