Jefferson Park
Local news from Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL
- Holy Smash! A Jefferson Park Church Is Being Transformed Into Pickleball Courts
Jefferson Park is about to get one of its most unique recreational destinations yet — and it's coming straight from the pews. The former St.
- Fresh Groceries & Fresh Starts: Sprouts Farmers Market Is Coming to Jefferson Park — and More Retail Revival Is in the Works
Jefferson Park is about to get a major grocery upgrade — and the Northwest Side couldn't be more ready for it. Alderman James Gardiner (45th
- A Legend Is Coming Back: Gale Street Inn Eyes Comeback as Jefferson Park Sunday Market Gears Up for Spring
Jefferson Park neighbors have not one, but two reasons to celebrate this weekend and beyond. First, the return of a true Northwest Side inst
- Something's Cooking on Northwest Highway: Taco Bell Eyes Jefferson Park as Playlot Gets a Fresh Facelift
Jefferson Park is seeing some fresh activity on two fronts this spring — and both have neighbors paying close attention. First, a new fast-f
- Free Legal Help Is Coming to Jefferson Park: JPNA Hosts Chicago Bar Foundation's Bob Glaves on April 29
Jefferson Park residents looking for guidance on everyday legal questions are in luck — and it won't cost them a dime. The Jefferson Park Ne
- Speak Easy, Jefferson Park: Vito's Vault Brings 1920s Dinner-Theater Glamour to Lawrence Avenue
Jefferson Park has a flashy new neighbor, and it's serving up way more than just dinner. Vito's Vault, a 1920s-themed dinner-theater revue,
- Pedal to the Metal: New Bike Lanes & Greenways Proposed to Connect Jefferson Park's Streets This Spring
Big changes could be coming to the streets of Jefferson Park — and cyclists, families, and pedestrians have plenty of reason to be excited.
- Art Is Alive on the Northwest Side: Jefferson Park's Milwaukee Avenue Becomes an Outdoor Gallery with the NW Art Trail
Jefferson Park has a brand-new reason to take a stroll down Milwaukee Avenue — and it's something you can enjoy any day of the week, complet
- Beef's On, Jefferson Park! Jeff Fest Gets a Delicious Rebrand as the 'Chicago Italian Beef Fest' This Summer
Jefferson Park's beloved annual summer festival is getting a mouthwatering makeover for 2026 — and it sounds absolutely delicious. The longt
- Vendors, Foodies & Fresh Finds: Jefferson Park Sunday Market Buzzes Back to Life at the Copernicus Center
Jefferson Park's beloved indoor market didn't just return on Sunday — it absolutely packed the house. The Jefferson Park Sunday Market drew
- Last Call No More: Beloved Gale Street Inn Set for Comeback as New Owner Eyes Jefferson Park Reopening
Jefferson Park just got some seriously good news for its dining faithful. A new owner has announced plans to reopen the Gale Street Inn, the
- Hallelujah for Pickleball! Former Jefferson Park Church to Swap Pews for Courts at 5430 W. Foster Ave.
Jefferson Park is getting a seriously fun new community destination — and it's coming from the most unexpected of places. A former church bu
- 'Kathy Strong!' Jefferson Park Rallies Around Beloved Filipino Restaurant Owner Facing Cancer Surgery
Jefferson Park is showing up for one of its own. A special community fundraiser dubbed "Kathy Strong!" has been organized to support Kathy V
- Spring Is in the Air: Jefferson Park Sunday Market Returns March 22 at the Historic Gateway Theater
Jefferson Park's beloved indoor market is making its springtime comeback — and residents have a reason to head to the Copernicus Center on S
- Federal Dollars Fuel the Dream: $850K Grant Awarded for Long-Awaited Weber Spur Trail on Chicago's Northwest Side
Big news for Jefferson Park trail enthusiasts: federal funding has officially arrived for one of the Northwest Side's most anticipated outdo
- A Milwaukee Avenue Revival: Portage Theater Clears Tax Debt, Inching Closer to a Long-Awaited Reopening
Great news is brewing along Milwaukee Avenue for Jefferson Park and neighboring Portage Park residents: the shuttered Portage Theater is off
- Jeff Fest Gets a Meaty Makeover: Jefferson Park's Beloved Summer Festival Rebrands as the 'Chicago Italian Beef Fest at Jeff Fest'
Jefferson Park's favorite summer tradition just got a whole lot tastier. The annual Jeff Fest arts and music festival is being rebranded as
- Pedal Power Comes to Jefferson Park: CDOT Proposes New Bike Lanes and Neighborhood Greenways on the Northwest Side
Jefferson Park cyclists and families rejoice — the Chicago Department of Transportation has unveiled a proposal to bring new bike lanes and
- Historic Jefferson Park Firehouse Transforms into 'Parlor Station' Small Business Hub with $250,000 Grant
A new chapter begins for Jefferson Park's historic firehouse as the City of Chicago awards a $250,000 community development grant to transfo
- Jefferson Park's Winter Market Returns to Historic Gateway Theater This Sunday
Jefferson Park residents seeking fresh local goods should mark their calendars for Sunday, February 1, 2026, as the neighborhood's popular W
- Historic St. Cornelius Church Transforms Into 'The Church Club' Pickleball Venue in Jefferson Park
Jefferson Park residents will soon have an exciting new recreational destination as the former St. Cornelius Church at 5430 W. Foster Avenue
- Jefferson Park's Winter Sunday Market Returns to Historic Gateway Theater on February 1
Jefferson Park residents seeking fresh local goods have a reason to mark their calendars for Sunday, February 1, 2026, as the neighborhood's
- Northwest Art Trail Breathes New Life into Jefferson Park's Cultural Landscape
Jefferson Park residents have a fresh reason to explore their neighborhood as the Northwest Art Trail has officially opened along Milwaukee
- Jefferson Park Chambers Unite for 'New Year Edition' Networking Event at Corral House
Jefferson Park professionals are kicking off 2026 with fresh opportunities as the Jefferson Park Chamber of Commerce partners with the Glads
- Specialty Roaster Kisbi Coffee Transforms Morning Commute at Jefferson Park Transit Center
Jefferson Park commuters have a delicious new reason to arrive early for their trains as Kisbi Coffee has officially opened its doors inside
- 21st Annual Johnny Cash Fest Returns to Benefit Pediatric Brain Tumor Research
Jefferson Park residents and music lovers across Chicago are gearing up for the 21st annual "Cash for Kids" fundraiser, scheduled for Saturd
- Beloved Gale Street Inn Restaurant Reopens Under Local Ownership in Jefferson Park
Jefferson Park residents are celebrating the return of a neighborhood institution as the iconic Gale Street Inn at 4914 N. Milwaukee Avenue
- Trader Joe's Coming to Jefferson Park in 2026, Bringing New Grocery Option to Northwest Side
Jefferson Park residents will soon have a new shopping destination as plans for a Trader Joe's store have been announced for the neighborhoo
- Historic St. Cornelius Church Transforms Into 'The Church Club' Pickleball Venue in Jefferson Park
An exciting new recreational space is opening in Jefferson Park as the former St. Cornelius Church at 5430 W. Foster Ave. completes its tran
- Jefferson Park's New Northwest Art Trail Transforms Milwaukee Avenue into Cultural Corridor
Jefferson Park residents now have a vibrant new way to experience their neighborhood with the recent unveiling of the Northwest Art Trail. T