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Chicago installed tree tubs and permeable pavement at Navy Pier; it helps capture stormwater while reducing annual pollution by 3 lb of phosphorus, 47 lb of nitrogen and 2 tons of sediment

Chicago's Navy Pier showcases an impressive green infrastructure designed for efficient stormwater management. Featuring seventy-seven tree tubs and permeable pavement, the system effectively captures and filters rainwater runoff, preventing pollutants from contaminating local waterways year after year. Not only do the trees enhance the shore with shade, but they also…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Historic Route 66 is getting a new starting point - here is where it begins

Chicago will unveil a new sign at Navy Pier marking it as Route 66’s starting point during a March 25 dedication, coinciding with the annual Toast to Harry Caray

The Independent UK · Feb 13

Man charged with murder in fatal shooting of 2 workers at Chicago's Navy Pier

Authorities say a Chicago man has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of two workers at the city’s popular Navy Pier tourist attraction

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2024

New Year’s Eve fireworks set for Chicago’s riverfront, Navy Pier

Simultaneous extravaganzas will take place along the river as well as Navy Pier at the lakefront.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2023

Chicago fishing: ‘Little-Man-got-up-at-5’ kind of perch fishing

Perch fishing on southern Lake Michigan leads this sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 5, 2023

Chicago’s annual Christmas tree ship inspires ‘warm’ feelings on a cool day

For the 24th year, volunteers gathered to offload 1,200 Christmas trees, promised to families in need, from the Coast Guard cutter Mackinaw.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 2, 2023

Picture Chicago: 21 photos from this week in news

Chicago lights its tree, firefighter Andrew “Drew” Price is laid to rest, and Berlin nightclub shuts down.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 24, 2023

Chicago fishing: Finding lakefront perch and waiting for the ice to arrive

Lakefront perch on southern Lake Michigan and waiting on ice fishing (maybe next week in the Northwoods) lead this sprawling raw-file Midwest Fishing Report.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 21, 2023

CFD welcomes new recruits during somber graduation held days after death of firefighter Andrew Price

The department was still mourning the loss of firefighter EMT Andrew “Drew” Price, who died earlier in the week.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 16, 2023

What does go-ahead for Navy Pier Marina mean for perch anglers?

At least for this winter, perch anglers should rest easy about fishing on the north side of Navy Pier. But Navy Pier Marina appears to be on track to begin building soon.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 14, 2023