Uptown
Local news from Uptown, Chicago, IL
- A Theater Finds Its Forever Home, a Ballroom Wins a Preservation Honor, and Yemeni Coffee Is Coming to Broadway
May is off to a milestone-packed start in Uptown, and neighbors have plenty to celebrate. After years of anticipation, TimeLine Theatre Comp
- Sober & Fabulous: Uptown's Rooftop Is Getting a Queer-Led Social Club This Summer
Uptown's nightlife scene is about to get a refreshing — and alcohol-free — upgrade. Everywhere Social Club, a queer-led sober social venue,
- Two Big Uptown Projects Get the Green Light: A Stalled Build Restarts and Sarah's Circle Plans a New Home for Women
Good news on the development front for Uptown this week — not one, but two significant projects are moving forward, and neighbors have every
- Uptown Families Rally for McCutcheon STEAM Elementary's Long-Overdue Gym: 'Our Bodies Are Meant to Move'
A spirited, community-wide rally is shaking the walls — or rather, the lack thereof — at McCutcheon STEAM Elementary in Uptown. On April 10,
- Sip, Stroll & Grow: Toast of Uptown Returns April 26 — Plus a Free Business Expo Is Coming to Truman College
Spring is in full swing in Uptown, and the neighborhood has not one but two can't-miss community events on the horizon. First, mark your cal
- Uptown's Building Boom Rolls On: 91 New Apartments Greenlit on Sheridan — Plus a Spring Clothing Swap This Weekend
Uptown's construction momentum is showing zero signs of slowing down. The city issued a caisson permit this week for a brand-new seven-story
- The Greek Freak Bets Big on Uptown — and a Michelin Chef's Tortilla Dream Is Almost Reality
Uptown is having quite the week for star power and star food. NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has now made not one but two major real es
- Trader Joe's Is Coming to Uptown — and a Green New Building Just Opened Its Doors
Uptown just scored a double win that has neighbors buzzing heading into the weekend. After years of Far North Siders dreaming about it, Trad
- Curtain Up on Broadway: TimeLine Theatre Opens Stunning New Uptown Home — and Its First Show Is Already on Sale
Uptown's cultural renaissance just hit a major milestone. On Saturday, March 21, TimeLine Theatre threw open the doors of its spectacular ne
- City Hall Bets on Uptown: TIF Funding Proposed to Restore Landmark Office Building in the Heart of the Neighborhood
Uptown just landed a major vote of confidence from City Hall. The City of Chicago announced this week that it is proposing Tax Increment Fin
- Coming Soon to Clark Street: 'The Anderson' Puts the Final Touches on Uptown's Newest Address Ahead of May Debut
Uptown's building boom shows no signs of slowing down. The Anderson, a sleek new five-story residential building rising at 4713 N. Clark Str
- Pedal Power Comes to Uptown: Clark Street's New Protected Bike Lanes Are Open — and Riders Are Already Loving Them
Uptown's Clark Street has a bold new look — and a smoother, safer ride. The long-debated protected bike lanes running through the heart of t
- Grounds for Excitement: Queen Yemeni Coffee Brewing Up a New Home at Lawrence & Broadway, Plus a Historic Parking Lot Finally Gets Built
Uptown's Broadway corridor is buzzing with back-to-back good news this week, and coffee lovers may want to sit down for this one. After year
- From Classrooms to Community: Uptown's Former Immaculata High School Gets New Life as Apartments and Senior Living
Uptown's transformation into one of Chicago's most dynamic neighborhoods just got another exciting chapter. The former Immaculata High Schoo
- A New Era for Uptown's Stage: Congress Theater Eyes Revival as Black Ensemble Theater Breaks Ground on Clark Street
Uptown's reputation as Chicago's historic entertainment capital is getting a major recharge this spring, with two landmark live performance
- Uptown's Argyle Street Rings in the Year of the Horse with Its Biggest Lunar New Year Parade Yet
Uptown's beloved Argyle Street corridor erupted in color, music, and community pride last Saturday as thousands of neighbors and visitors tu
- Find Your Balance in Uptown: AllPaths Wellness Brings Free Community Tai Chi to N. Clark Street This February
Looking for a little peace and mindful movement this winter? Uptown has you covered. AllPaths Wellness has expanded its popular community we
- Sarah's Circle's New 'Sarah's on Sunnyside' Brings Permanent Supportive Housing for Women to Uptown
Uptown is set to welcome a powerful new community asset as Sarah's Circle — a nonprofit with nearly five decades of experience fighting to e
- TimeLine Theatre's New Home Nears Completion in Uptown, Grand Opening Set for Spring 2026
Uptown's entertainment district continues its renaissance with TimeLine Theatre Company's new home at 5035 N. Broadway now more than 75% com
- Uptown Business Center Launches Free Social Media Workshop Series for Local Entrepreneurs
Uptown entrepreneurs looking to enhance their digital presence in 2026 can now benefit from a new free workshop series at the Uptown Busines
- Two New Additions Boost Uptown's Entertainment District: Mixed-Use Development and Gourmet Sandwich Shop Coming to Broadway
Uptown's historic entertainment district continues its revitalization with two exciting developments announced this week. A five-story mixed
- Chicago Market Co-Op Secures Final Permits for Historic Uptown Grocery Opening
After a decade-long journey, Chicago Market has reached a significant milestone with the City of Chicago granting its construction permit, e
- Uptown Business Center Launches Free Social Media Workshop Series to Boost Local Entrepreneurs
Uptown entrepreneurs looking to enhance their digital presence in 2026 can now benefit from a new free workshop series at the Uptown Busines
- New Mixed-Use Development Coming to Historic Uptown Parking Lot at Broadway and Clifton
Uptown's skyline will soon see a new addition as plans have been approved for a five-story mixed-use development at 4725 North Clifton Avenu
- Annual Friends of Bezazian Book Sale Returns to Uptown This Weekend
Uptown bibliophiles and bargain hunters have a special event to look forward to this weekend as the Friends of Bezazian Book Sale returns to
- Portrait Mixed-Use Development Welcomes Residents to Uptown's Vibrant Community
Portrait, an exciting new mixed-use development by Mavrek Development, has officially opened its doors to residents in Uptown Chicago. Locat
- Planet Fitness to Revitalize Long-Vacant Uptown Fitness Space on Montrose Avenue
Planet Fitness is bringing its popular "Judgment Free Zone" to Uptown with a new location at 909 W. Montrose Avenue, taking over the former
- Uptown's Argyle Street Prepares for Vibrant Lunar New Year Celebration on January 17
Uptown residents are eagerly anticipating one of the neighborhood's most cherished cultural traditions as the annual Argyle Lunar New Year P
- Mosaic Master Jim Bachor Expands Uptown's Art Scene with New Gallery
Uptown's vibrant arts community continues to grow with the recent opening of renowned mosaic artist Jim Bachor's new gallery and studio at 1
- Community-Owned Chicago Market Co-op Set to Transform Uptown's Food Scene in 2026
Uptown residents eagerly awaiting the opening of Chicago Market will soon see their patience rewarded as the community-owned grocery co-op p