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Salt Lake City Breaks Ground on New Affordable Housing Project to Address Supply Shortage

Salt Lake City Breaks Ground on New Affordable Housing Project to Address Supply Shortage

Salt Lake City has initiated construction on a new affordable housing development named Camden Court, located near 1300 South and 400 West. This project aims to introduce 96 affordable rental units for families into the city's housing market. The groundbreaking ceremony involved city officials, Chelsea Investment Corporation, SLC Community Reinvestment Agency, and private financial partners like Citi Bank. The initiative comes as Salt Lake City continues to grapple with high housing costs, with some renters, like Amanda Arnette, paying approximately $1,600 per month for a 500-square-foot studio apartment. Despite a recent surplus of apartments leading to incentives for renters, experts like Claudia O’Grady, Vice President of Multifamily Finance and Development at the Utah Housing Corporation, indicate that these incentives are temporary and housing demand and rents are expected to rise again within 18 to 24 months. The city has added 48 housing projects since 2020, yet the need for affordable housing remai...

Burlington and Planet Fitness Secure Long-Term Leases Totaling 45,000 Square Feet at Joffco Square in Chicago

Burlington and Planet Fitness Secure Long-Term Leases Totaling 45,000 Square Feet at Joffco Square in Chicago

Burlington and Planet Fitness Secure Long-Term Leases Totaling 45,000 Square Feet at Joffco Square in Chicago

Massachusetts Housing Projects Receive $278 Million in Public Funding to Boost Affordability

Massachusetts Housing Projects Receive $278 Million in Public Funding to Boost Affordability

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced a significant allocation of $278 million in state and federal funding for 29 housing projects across 20 communities. This marks the largest single round of housing awards in the state in over a decade, according to the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. The funding aims to create 930 new homes, preserve 1,182 affordable units, and redevelop 310 public housing units. Governor Healey attributed this substantial investment to the state's 2024 Affordable Homes Act, which she proposed and signed. The awards include $155 million in subsidy financing from EOHLC, $62 million in state low-income housing tax credits, $48 million in 4% federal low-income housing tax credits, and $13 million in 9% federal low-income housing tax credits. Four projects in Boston received funding, including Trinity Financial's 72-unit 150 Centre St. project in Dorchester and the preservation of 331 mixed-income units at Orchard Gardens in Nubian Square. Other recipient citie...

The Fifth Set: Mizzou gets its Wrigley moment against No. 1 Nebraska

The Fifth Set: Mizzou gets its Wrigley moment against No. 1 Nebraska

Under the Lights at Wrigley: Mizzou Faces Volleyball’s Ultimate Test

Rep. Mark DeSaulnier Co-Leads Legislation to Protect National Archives Facilities from Unilateral Closure

Rep. Mark DeSaulnier Co-Leads Legislation to Protect National Archives Facilities from Unilateral Closure

Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, a California Democrat, is co-leading legislation aimed at preventing the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) from unilaterally closing its facilities without congressional approval. This initiative comes in response to NARA's recent announcement to close facilities in San Francisco (located in San Bruno) and Chicago, which are two of only 13 regional archives in the United States. The San Bruno facility, in particular, houses culturally significant archives from California, Nevada, Hawaii, Pacific island territories, and various tribes, including Angel Island immigration files, Chinese Exclusion Act records, and Japanese American incarceration records. Rep. Kevin Mullin (D-San Mateo) introduced the National Archives Protection Act, which Rep. DeSaulnier supports, to ensure congressional oversight for any proposed closures or relocations of archives, record centers, or research rooms.

Cook County Extreme Heat Warning Canceled for Northern and Central Areas

Cook County Extreme Heat Warning Canceled for Northern and Central Areas

The National Weather Service has canceled the extreme heat warning for northern and central Cook County, signaling a shift towards more moderate temperatures for the upcoming holiday weekend. This cancellation occurred midday Thursday, despite an earlier warning issued for the entire county, which was initially set to expire at 7 p.m. Forecasters had initially predicted heat indices exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. However, morning storms across far northern Illinois and Wisconsin introduced a near-term cold front, mitigating the heat. As a result, temperatures across the Chicago area were in the mid-to-low 80s by early afternoon. The extreme heat warning remains in effect for southern Cook County. In response to the earlier heat advisory, Chicago Public Schools canceled all outdoor activities for Thursday or moved them indoors, including physical education and athletics. The Archdiocese of Chicago also canceled after-school practices or relocated them indoors, allowing students to wear T-shirts and short...

Former NBA Player Enes Kanter Freedom Files Federal Lawsuit Against Chicago Sky and Arena Owners Following Ejection and Ban

Former NBA Player Enes Kanter Freedom Files Federal Lawsuit Against Chicago Sky and Arena Owners Following Ejection and Ban

Former NBA Player Enes Kanter Freedom Files Federal Lawsuit Against Chicago Sky and Arena Owners Following Ejection and Ban

Cleveland's Affordable Housing Fund Secures $53 Million, Developing 216 New Units

Cleveland's Affordable Housing Fund Secures $53 Million, Developing 216 New Units

Mayor Justin Bibb announced that Cleveland's affordable housing fund has successfully raised $53 million, leading to the development of 216 new housing units. This initiative, launched last year with a goal of $100 million to create 2,500 to 3,000 new units, focuses on financing rental housing for low to moderate-income residents, specifically those earning less than 80% of the area median income, which is approximately $55,000 annually. The program also aims to develop at least 100 units of for-sale housing and undertake neighborhood-scale rehabilitation projects. The fund received an initial $18 million in seed money from the city, utilizing surplus American Rescue Plan Act funding. Key financial commitments include $20 million from KeyBank, $10 million from Huntington Bank, and $5 million from Fifth Third Bank. LISC Fund Management, an affiliate of the national community development nonprofit Local Initiatives Support Corporation, manages the fund, which is modeled after a similar successful program in ...

Manhattan Office-to-Residential Conversions Face Structural Challenges Amidst Increased Activity

Manhattan Office-to-Residential Conversions Face Structural Challenges Amidst Increased Activity

Manhattan Office-to-Residential Conversions Face Structural Challenges Amidst Increased Activity

Heat Advisory Issued for Chicago with Heat Index Over 100°F

Heat Advisory Issued for Chicago with Heat Index Over 100°F

A Heat Advisory is in effect for the Chicago area until 10 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026, as temperatures and humidity levels combine to create heat index values exceeding 100°F (37.8°C). According to ABC7 Accuweather Meteorologist Jaisol Martinez, isolated storms are possible in the morning, but the afternoon will bring increased heat and humidity. Despite the extreme conditions, many Chicago residents are taking advantage of the warm weather as summer winds down. However, experts are cautioning against prolonged exposure to the heat, which can lead to heat-related illnesses. Some relief is expected in the coming days with cooler temperatures on the horizon. (Source: ABC7 Chicago, published 2026-09-04 09:52 GMT)

Extreme Heat Warning Continues for Cook County Amid High Temperatures

Extreme Heat Warning Continues for Cook County Amid High Temperatures

An extreme heat warning remains in effect for central, northern, and southern Cook County, Illinois, for the third consecutive day. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), heat indices are expected to climb between 100°F and 105°F (37.8°C to 40.6°C) on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The warning is set to expire at 7 p.m. CDT. Current conditions at O’Hare International Airport report partly cloudy skies with temperatures at 80°F (26.7°C). A 40% chance of thunderstorms is forecast after 1 p.m. CDT, with highs in the low 90s (32.2°C to 33.9°C). Overnight temperatures are expected to drop to the low 70s (21.1°C to 22.8°C). The heat wave has caused disruptions, including buckling bridges in Chicago, and has prompted Chicago Public Schools to cancel or move outdoor activities indoors.

Chicago Area Experiences Third Consecutive Day of Extreme Heat Warnings

Chicago Area Experiences Third Consecutive Day of Extreme Heat Warnings

The Chicago area is experiencing its third consecutive day of extreme heat warnings, issued by the National Weather Service. Temperatures are expected to feel as high as 101 degrees Fahrenheit due to high humidity before a cold front arrives. On Tuesday, temperatures peaked at 95 degrees at O’Hare Airport, followed by 96 degrees on Wednesday. The heat index reached 106 degrees at Midway Airport on Monday. The warning is set to expire at 7 p.m. on Thursday, with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms expected to bring cooler temperatures in the afternoon.