SILA MK Hotels
Mount Vernon City Council unanimously approved a redevelopment agreement with SILA MK Hotels, LLC for a new hotel on North 44th Street next to McAlister’s Deli. Project is TIF-backed via the newly created Frontage Road TIF District covering ~30 acres. Hotel brand not yet specified. No construction start date or opening timeline announced.
Hollywood Casino Aurora (new land-based complex)
New $360 million land-based casino complex replacing the riverboat Hollywood Casino Aurora. Features 226-room hotel, 1,200 gaming positions, 12,000-sq-ft event center, and multiple dining options including Sorella by Giada and Boulevard Food & Drink. Owned by Penn Entertainment. Opening June 24, 2026 pending Gaming Board approval.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Skokie
Stalled Homewood Suites by Hilton development at 4930 Oakton Street in downtown Skokie. Construction halted in 2023 due to litigation between general contractor Russell Construction and developer E&M Strategic Development over unpaid costs, compounded by a 2025 foreclosure after lender X-Caliber Capital sued for loan default. Village has met with 13 prospective developers, 7 still […]
1901 Project Hotel
A 180-key hotel is planned as part of the first $500-million phase of the 1901 Project, a $7-billion mixed-use redevelopment of 55 acres around the United Center arena on Chicago’s west side. The hotel is part of a phase that also includes a 6,000-seat music hall, retail space, and parking garages. McHugh Construction is the […]
1901 Project Hotel
Phase one of the $7 billion 1901 Project near the United Center includes a 180-key hotel, along with a 6,000-seat music hall, retail space, and parking garages. The broader multi-phase project plans 1,309 total hotel rooms across the 55+ acre mixed-use development. The Wirtz and Reinsdorf families are the developers. Groundbreaking ceremony held June 3, […]
1901 Project Hotel
A hotel is planned as part of the 1901 Project, a $7B redevelopment of 55 acres of surface parking lots surrounding the United Center on Chicago’s Near West Side. The first phase (~$500M private investment), expected in 2028, includes the hotel along with a 6,000-seat music hall, retail space, and two parking garages. The full […]
1901 Project Hotel
The 1901 Project is a $7B mixed-use megadevelopment surrounding the United Center arena. Plans include 1,300 hotel rooms as part of a 55+ acre redevelopment featuring a 6,000-seat music hall, 9,500 apartments, retail, and parking. Six phases planned with full completion by 2040. Groundbreaking ceremony held June 4, 2026. Project was delayed nearly a year. […]
Home Bar
Cocktail bar from the owners of Aged & Infused, an at-home cocktail kit business. Taking over the former Rhine Hall Distillery space at 2010 W Fulton St. Owners John Feller and Jessica Crawford are targeting mid-July opening. Inside space appears mostly finished. Awaiting licensing approval. Will serve martinis and cocktails featuring their flavored bitters (mango […]
Hello Kitty Cafe
Hello Kitty Cafe is coming soon to Westfield Old Orchard Mall in Skokie, IL. The cafe will offer merchandise, freshly baked cookies, cakes, donuts, seasonal goodies, and handmade drinks. Exact location within the mall and opening date were not disclosed. A separate Chicago Michigan Avenue location is also opening.
Altezza Rooftop
Roanoke Hospitality is opening Altezza Rooftop on May 28, 2026 at 101 E. Erie St. in Streeterville, Chicago. The rooftop concept focuses on Italian aperitivo culture with craft cocktails, shareable small plates, and wood-fired pizzas. Hours: Mon-Thu 4-11pm, Fri 3pm-midnight, Sat noon-midnight, Sun noon-10pm. Reservations available via OpenTable.