McKinley Park

Rep. Andrew Boutros faces scrutiny over prosecuting and dropping charges in the Broadview Six case and being reprimanded by a federal judge for a murder and kidnapping case. A major data center expansion in McKinley Park is also highlighted.

QTS Data Center in McKinley Park is reviving its expansion plans for a Chicago Riverfront facility but faces delays due to a voided permit from inactivity. The proposed expansion includes new buildings and amenities, though concerns about environmental impact and infrastructure strain have prompted calls for stricter regulations.

The Damen Silos site in McKinley Park has been converted into a temporary parking lot by MAT Limited Partnership, owned by Michael Tadin Jr., despite community opposition over its potential to be a green space. The project was completed without a permit, raising concerns about pollution and regulatory compliance, while long-term plans for the site remain unclear.

City Council approved housing developments in Avondale and McKinley Park, including 105 units with affordable options, following community feedback that reduced density. Additional projects in Streeterville and other areas also advanced.

George Cardenas, a Cook County Board of Review Commissioner, announced his mayoral campaign in McKinley Park, emphasizing fiscal discipline and a proposed 'Parenting Matters' initiative to address teen violence. He highlighted his corporate background and personal story of immigrating from Mexico to Chicago.