BUSINESSJun 11 · 11:00 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMESScott Fornek

My fond Ford City flashbacks

Ford City Mall, once a bustling shopping center with diverse retailers and unique shops, is set to close by June 22 after more than 60 years. The mall's decline is attributed to changing shopping habits, competition like Amazon, and infrastructure issues.

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