Lakefront Trail

The city of Chicago is set to reopen the lakefront and hundreds of playgrounds in easing COVID-19 restrictions.

Chicago’s popular Lakefront Trail was closed due to icy conditions, the Chicago Park District announced Saturday afternoon.

The Chicago Park District announced Thursday that it will suspend all in-person winter programming due to coronavirus concerns.

The Chicago Park District announced Thursday that it will suspend all in-person winter programming due to coronavirus concerns.

As coronavirus cases rise across Chicago and indoor dining remains suspended, Mayor Lori Lightfoot said on Thursday that at least two popular locations among residents will remain open, for now. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said she’s been pleased with residents adhering to guidelines along the lakefront and the 606 trail. “Iif you actually…

Part of the pedestrian path on the Lakefront Trail along Lake Michigan was closed Friday due to weather, officials said. The path was shut down from Fullerton Avenue to North Avenue, according to Chicago Parks District. Both trails from Oak Street to Ohio Street were closed due to waves and icy conditions. Chicago Park District said crews will be salting…

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