downtown
Coverage of downtown in the Nexus archive.
- Indie booksellers to Lurie: What the hell are you doing with Barnes & Noble?
Indie booksellers are criticizing Lurie regarding Barnes & Noble's involvement in downtown recovery efforts. The city aims to fill vacancies, but small bookstores face competition from an 'apex predator' entering the market.
- MacArthur Center redevelopment aims to reconnect downtown streets, attract a grocery store back to downtown
The MacArthur Center redevelopment project aims to reconnect downtown streets and attract a grocery store to the area. City officials state the initiative seeks to restore the street grid that was disrupted by the mall's opening in 1999.
- Nashville breaks ground on new traffic project bringing bike lanes & safer crossings
Nashville has started construction on its first 'Choose How You Move Complete Street' project along the Chestnut Street Corridor, adding safer crossings, bike lanes, and improved sidewalks. The voter-approved initiative aims to enhance safety and connectivity between Midtown, East Nashville, and downtown, with completion expected by year-end.
- Chicago man busted for gun, weed during downtown traffic stop: officials
A Chicago man was charged after police found a loaded gun and marijuana during a downtown traffic stop on Wednesday.
- Concerns linger as convention center redesign shot down by Dallas City Council
Dallas City Council rejected plans to redesign the convention center due to concerns about community engagement and transparency. The decision requires reconfiguring connecting bridges into downtown.
- Capital Group buys Bunker Hill skyscraper
Capital Group has purchased the Bunker Hill skyscraper for $210 million. The company, which previously rented the building, plans to expand its downtown presence.
- It was a thriving city with a postcard view. Now it's home to America's emptiest downtown, house prices are TANKING... and experts fear the rot has already spread
A once-thriving city is now home to America's emptiest downtown, with house prices plummeting and experts warning that economic decline has spread. The area's postcard-like view has been replaced by signs of severe deterioration.
- ‘Common sense’ is winning in San Francisco, says Mayor Daniel Lurie
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie stated that recent election results emphasize prioritizing results over politics. The city has seen reduced petty crime, fewer large homeless encampments, and signs of revitalization in downtown areas during his 16-month tenure.