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Mural movement spreading messages of inclusion throughout West Loop
A West Loop initiative is educating youth and adults in the arts and utilizing their talents to spread positive messages for the whole community to notice.
West Loop nonprofit helps emerging artists find F.A.M.E.
Many young Chicago artists and performers who dedicate themselves to entertaining crowds with amazing talent often face financial setbacks and a lack of available educational resources that limits their potential from shining on stage.
Facebook posts provide some clarity on who wants what, and why, in the West Loop
The vast differences between community trusts, Special Service Areas (SSAs) and unelected neighborhood groups were properly distinguished in two recent Facebook posts by West Loop resident Moshe Tamssot.
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Community meeting slated for West Loop cannabis dispensary
Chicago 27th Ward Ald. Walter Burnett Jr. is partnering with the West Loop Community Organization (WLCO) to host a community meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 5 to discuss a proposed cannabis dispensary at 935 W. Randolph St.
West Loop businesses, residents welcome new parking ordinances
New parking meters and residential permit parking ordinances were added all around the West Loop area after being approved last month by the City of Chicago.
Drafted Neighborhood Plan aspires to correct many West Loop issues
An initiative created by the Neighbors of West Loop community organization that aims to improve West Loop’s overall living conditions has been in draft form since being first written in 2016.
A rise of hotels have been added or are expected to open across West Loop
West Loop used to be an area with nearly no hotels for travelers to check into and relax during their stay in Chicago. By the end of 2019, it seems as though project developers have seen the potential success for the hotel industry in the city to flourish, as many new proposed projects include hotels or hotel components.
Fulton Market SSA application on hold until July
The proposal to establish a Special Service Area (SSA) in Fulton Market District continues to be delayed until at least midyear following a string of negative feedback from local residents.
West Loop resident fears West Central Association created a pattern in businesses closing down
Following the shutdown of West Loop’s upcoming Buona Beef Restaurant, resident Moshe Tamssot criticized the West Central Association (WCA) Jan. 18 for establishing a “pattern” of local businesses closing permanently.
Plans for 43-story apartment tower in Fulton Market gain committee approval
Related Midwest and Tucker Developments’ latest plans for Fulton Market’s 495-foot, 43-story apartment tower were approved by Chicago’s zoning committee, as initially reported in Black Club Chicago.
West Loop resident concerned with aldermen's gerrymandering actions
WEST LOOP – West Loop resident Moshe Tamssot blasted Chicago aldermen for allegedly gerrymandering ward maps and called for a new group of leaders to distribute fair zoning practices in office in a Facebook post made recently.
Blommer Chocolate closing retail shop for plant renovations
Although Chicago consumers may be disappointed about the Blommer Chocolate store closing in February, passersby of the iconic West Loop business will still be able to detect the familiar scent long after the store's doors have ben shuttered.
Many West Loop eateries, clubs closed or moved in 2019
Several well-known Chicago bars and eateries in the West Loop shut down their operations or relocated last year, according to a list compiled by Eater Chicago.
Randolph Street striping project to commence soon
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) officially finished the design work for the project to stripe Randolph Street from Halsted to Morgan Streets and is expected to begin soon, affecting numerous Randolph businesses and valet operations.