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Woodlawn Central: A Black Community Hub | Chicago News

Woodlawn Central is Chicago’s most ambitious Black-centered development yet — a $580M South Side hub blending housing, hotels, retail, and parks to revitalize the community. Phase one breaks ground with a 14-story apartment building, a matching hotel, and job creation — all designed to uplift existing residents and support Black-owned businesses. Future phases will add senior housing, maker spaces, and incubators, targeting 30% affordable units across 870 homes. This isn’t just construction — it’s a movement to build wealth, culture, and opportunity right where it matters most. Listen in…

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