Rebuild 2.0 Rips Into Blight As Chicago Flips Vacant South And West Side Homes
Rebuild Chicago 2.0 is relaunching to rehab 33 vacant houses on the South and West sides, beginning with a Roseland home listed at $249,000. The program is backed by a $20 million IHDA grant administered through local CDFIs.
CMU's Giant Science Hub Muscles Into Oakland's Front Door
Carnegie Mellon’s Richard King Mellon Hall of Sciences will put labs, expanded computer-science space and a 29,000‑sq‑ft ICA at the heart of Oakland, with a 2027 opening planned. Ralph Horgan will speak about the project at a June 2 event.
South DeKalb's $28.9 Million Candler Crossing Bet: Publix, Jobs and a Fresh Start
A $28.9 million Publix‑anchored center at Candler and Glenwood will break ground June 11, promising affordable retail for local businesses, transit upgrades and new jobs. Initial occupancy is expected in October 2027.
Lusardi Tower Rises As Scripps Supercharges Encinitas Hospital Care
Scripps began moving patients into the new Lusardi Tower this week, adding private rooms, an expanded ICU and extra surgical support to the Encinitas campus. The project is part of a multi‑phase master plan to boost North County care.












