We have been following the goings on with 4701 N. Clark and 3925 N. Clarendon over the last year and month, respectively. With two decision letters released yesterday, Alderman Cappleman endorsed the upzones for each property.Both properties are replacing parking lots and in the case of 4701 N. Clark, an abandoned bank building. 4701 N. Clark 360 Design StudioContinuing his typical practice for buildings under $10 million, Alderman Cappleman solicited feedback from the local block clubs. Both Clark Street Neighbors Association and East Lakeview Neighbors endorsed the upzone. 3925 N. ClarendonJonathan Splitt ArchitectsClark Street Neighbors worked with the developer over the last year… [...]

Yesterday, Governor Pritzker made his endorsements for local offices in the February 28th election, including aldermen. In the 46th Ward, he endorsed Kim Walz as his candidate of choice. He made no endorsement in the 47th Ward (Matt Martin is running unopposed), nor in the ten-candidate 48th Ward. Here are his picks for City Council: Ald. Pat Dowell, 3rd WardLamont Robinson, 4th WardWilliam E. Hall, 6th WardAld. Michelle A. Harris, 8th WardAld. Anthony A. Beale, 9th WardAld. Nicole Lee, 11th WardStephanie D. Coleman, 16th WardRonnie L. Mosley, 21st WardMichael D. Rodriguez, 22nd WardMonique L. Scott, 24th WardAld. Walter Burnett Jr.,… [...]