Uptown
Local news from Uptown, Chicago, IL
- Uptown's Arts Community Expands as 'Free to Be Village' Project Moves Forward
The Black Ensemble Theater's innovative Free to Be Village project is making significant progress in Uptown, having recently received alderm
- Thai Showcase to Light Up Argyle Night Market This Thursday in Uptown
Uptown residents are in for a special cultural treat this Thursday, November 20, as the Argyle Night Market presents a spectacular Thai show
- New 32-Unit Residential Building Gets Green Light on Leland Avenue in Uptown
A significant addition to Uptown's housing landscape is moving forward as the City of Chicago granted a building permit on November 12 for a
- Uptown Theatre Celebrates 100 Years: Historic Landmark's Centennial Brings Community Together
The historic Uptown Theatre is marking its 100th anniversary this year, with celebrations highlighting the former movie and concert emporium
- Haibayo Brings Vietnamese Coffee Culture to Uptown's Vibrant Food Scene
Uptown's culinary landscape continues to evolve with the recent opening of Haibayo, an Asian-inspired café bringing authentic Vietnamese cof
- New 'Uptown Harmony' Mural Brings Cultural Celebration to Wilson Avenue Health Center
Uptown's commitment to public art continues to flourish with the recently completed mural 'Uptown Harmony: A Cultural Tapestry' at the Uptow
- Winter Walk on Wilson Returns: Uptown's Holiday Kickoff Set for December 2025
The 11th Annual Winter Walk on Wilson is set to return this December, inviting Uptown residents and visitors to stroll along Wilson Avenue t
- Free to Be Village Project Moves Forward: Black Ensemble Theater's Mixed-Use Development Approved for Uptown
Uptown's cultural landscape is set to expand as the Black Ensemble Theater's innovative Free to Be Village project at 4427 N. Clark Street r
- TimeLine Theatre Reaches Halfway Point in Construction of New Uptown Arts Hub
Construction on TimeLine Theatre's new Uptown home has reached its halfway point, with significant progress visible along North Broadway. Th
- Trader Joe's Sets Sights on Uptown: Popular Grocer Applies for Montrose Avenue Location
Popular grocery chain Trader Joe's appears to be making moves to establish its newest Chicago location in Uptown, according to recent city r
- Chicago Market Co-op Set for Fall 2025 Opening in Historic Uptown Wilson Station
The long-awaited Chicago Market, a community-owned grocery co-op, is on track to open its doors in Uptown's historic Gerber Building this fa
- Uptown Launches Innovative Narcan Newsstands to Combat Opioid Overdoses
Newsstands are making a comeback in Uptown, but with a lifesaving twist. The Chicago Department of Public Health, in partnership with the 46
- Historic Double Door Theater Receives $5 Million in TIF Funding for Wilson Avenue Revival
The City Council has approved $5 million in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for the renovation of the Double Door Theater at 1050 W. Wilson Av
- Suburban Favorite Piacere Mio Italian Restaurant Expands to Uptown's Wilson Avenue
An Italian restaurant based in the suburbs is expanding to the city, opening a new location in Uptown. Piacere Mio appears to be opening soo
- Friends of Bezazian Book Sale Raises Funds for One of Chicago's Busiest Libraries
Next weekend, a beloved neighborhood tradition returns to Uptown. The Friends of Bezazian Book Sale will take place September 13–14, 2025, a
- Uptown Live Festival Success Paves Way for New Development on Argyle Street
Chicago's newest summer tradition, Uptown Live, has proven to be a resounding success this year, showcasing the neighborhood's vibrant creat