Federal review of Amtrak's proposed Midwest Maintenance Facility at the former Canal Street intermodal site opens for public comment through December 7.
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Should major rail projects proceed despite noise and dust concerns for nearby residents?
October 28, 2026
Protesters Oppose Amtrak Rail Facility in ChicagoResidents voice health and noise concerns over a proposed $915 million rail maintenance site in Bridgeport and Chinatown.
October 28, 2026
Judges Propose Smaller Peoples Gas Rate HikeRegulators suggest cutting the utility's $144 million rate increase request by more than half.
October 26, 2026
FRA Orders Environmental Review for Chicago Amtrak FacilityThe assessment process will examine the proposed maintenance facility site at Canal Street.
October 22, 2026
Judges Recommend Blocking ComEd Lincoln Park SubstationState regulators face a mid-December deadline to decide on the future of the proposed infrastructure project.
October 16, 2026
Chicago Utility Startup Secures $17 Million in FundingSwitched Source will use the new capital to expand its Chicago-based manufacturing and operations.
October 14, 2026
Judge Approved $66 Million Peoples Gas Rate HikeAn administrative law judge recommended a $66 million rate increase for Peoples Gas customers in Chicago.
October 2, 2026
ComEd Defended Lincoln Park Substation Site SearchA ComEd executive responded to criticism from Alderman Knudsen regarding the utility provider's site selection process.
September 30, 2026
Chicago Property Owners Disputed Inflated Water BillsResidents are questioning massive utility charges that reached hundreds of thousands of dollars for some properties.
September 23, 2026
ComEd Proposed Lincoln Park SubstationThe utility provider has moved forward with plans for a new power substation in a residential Chicago neighborhood.
