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The Chicago River hosted its first organized open swim in nearly 100 years, celebrating its environmental recovery thanks to improved water quality and conservation efforts, with 263 swimmers participating and the event raising funds for ALS research.
After nearly a century of pollution and negative perception, Chicago residents swam in the Chicago River for the first time since 1927, celebrating decades of environmental cleanup efforts that have improved water quality and biodiversity, transforming the river from a toxic industrial waste site into a recreational and ecological asset.
Over 250 swimmers participated in the first open-river swim in nearly a century in Chicago, marking a milestone in the river's recovery from pollution, supported by water quality testing showing safe conditions and investments in environmental cleanup, symbolizing Chicago's commitment to making its waterways swimmable and recreational again.
Hundreds of people participated in the first organized swim in the Chicago River in nearly 100 years, symbolizing the significant environmental improvements made over the past decades to clean up the river, which was once heavily polluted and considered untouchable. The event highlights the progress in restoring urban waterways and the ongoing efforts needed to maintain these ecological gains.
Chicago Fire owner Joe Mansueto plans to invest $650 million to build a 22,000-seat soccer stadium at The 78 development site in South Loop, Chicago, aiming for completion by 2028, with the stadium hosting year-round events and serving as a community hub.
Chicago Fire FC plans to open a new soccer-specific stadium in Spring 2028 at The 78 in Chicago, featuring a 22,000-seat capacity, a natural grass surface, and an integrated entertainment district, aiming to transform the club and the city's sports landscape.
The Chicago River was dyed green by the plumbers' union in celebration of St. Patrick's Day, with a time-lapse video capturing the remarkable transformation in just 90 seconds. The tradition, dating back to 1961, involves a secret environmentally friendly dye and remains a closely guarded process. The annual event coincides with the city's St. Patrick's Day parade and is a highly anticipated spectacle in downtown Chicago.
The iconic tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green in celebration of St. Patrick's Day is set to take place at 10 a.m. on March 16, with a live stream available for those who can't attend in person. The tradition, dating back to 1961, is carried out by the Chicago Plumbers Union and remains a closely guarded secret. The river dyeing will be followed by the St. Patrick's Day Parade, and the exact route information is yet to be announced.
The Chicago River will be dyed green on March 16th for St. Patrick's Day, a tradition dating back to 1961 when the Chicago Plumbers Union discovered a dye used to detect leaks turned the river green. The event can be watched live on NBC Chicago's streaming channel, and the St. Patrick's Day Parade will follow. The union's secret dyeing process involves spraying a mysterious mixture that initially appears orange before magically turning green, and the exact recipe remains a closely guarded secret.
Prospective developers have unveiled plans for a new White Sox stadium near downtown Chicago, featuring riverfront views and a potential $9 billion investment. The proposed development, which includes a soccer stadium and housing complex, aims to revitalize the South Loop area and generate significant economic impact. However, the financing for the new park remains uncertain, and public funding would require legislative action. The proposal also faces competition from the Chicago Bears, who are considering building a new stadium.
The Chicago White Sox are considering a potential new home at "The 78," a 62-acre area located in the South Loop of Chicago, bounded by Roosevelt Rd. to the north, Clark St. to the east, and the Chicago River to the west. The area was originally created from a landfill project and was used as a rail yard in the past. The development group Related Midwest bought the property in 2016 and has plans for mixed-use development, including the University of Illinois' Discovery Partners Institute. The site is easily accessible by public transportation, with several CTA lines and bus routes nearby, as well as a water taxi stop at Ping Tom Park.
The City of Chicago announced the return of the New Year's Eve fireworks spectacular on the Chicago River, in partnership with ART on THE MART, to ring in 2024. The celebrations will include a custom projection highlighting ART on THE MART's five years of programming, followed by a fireworks display from six bridges along the river. The best viewing spots are along the Chicago River from Upper Wacker Drive, and bridge closures will be in place. ART on THE MART will also present a program showcasing the "Best of ART on THE MART" from the past five years. The Riverwalk will be closed, and the Chicago River will be closed to boat traffic during the event. Additionally, Navy Pier will host its own fireworks show.
The body pulled from the Chicago River near the Salt Shed music venue has been identified as 63-year-old Norman Walton. Walton's girlfriend reported him missing after he didn't come home from work on Tuesday, and his truck is also missing. Friends and family are seeking answers as they remember Walton as a caring and helpful person. The police are still investigating the case.
A 63-year-old man, identified as Norman C. Walton, was found dead in the Chicago River near Goose Island, in the same area where the body of 26-year-old Noah Enos was discovered last month. Walton's body was pulled from the river on Thursday evening, and police are conducting a death investigation pending autopsy results. Enos had been missing for almost a week after attending a concert at the Salt Shed music venue, which was also the last place he was seen before his disappearance. Friends and family of Enos are working with a private investigator and police to determine what happened to him.
Actor Jamie Foxx was spotted at Topgolf in Naperville, swinging a driver and checking his score, marking his first public appearance since being hospitalized with a mystery "health complication" in the spring. Foxx was also seen waving from a mega-boat on the Chicago River, with his family members visiting him as he continues to rehabilitate in Chicago. The reason for his hospitalization remains undisclosed.