The Chicago Loop is periodically affected by construction work, public events, filmmaking, and other projects. Stay up to date on current advisories, and view the latest updates.
Last updated ON nOVEMBER 7 AT 10:40 A.M.
POTENTIAL TRAFFIC IMPACTS
GATHERINGS & CONCERTS
Sunday, November 9 (11 a.m.)
Ride for Palestine
This ride will take place at Daley Plaza - 50 W. Washington.
Tuesday, November 11 (11 a.m.)
Veterans Day Unity March for Peace, Justice & Healing
This assembly will take place at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial - 24 E. Wacker on the Riverwalk.
Friday, November 21 (5 p.m.)
Tree Lighting Takeover
This group will assemble at Millennium Park - 201 E. Randolph. Please note this group may consist of a heavy youth presence.
Friday, November 21 (6-8 p.m.)
2025 City of Chicago Christmas Tree Tree Lighting Ceremony
This ceremont will take place at Millennium Park - 100 N. Michigan.
Saturday, November 22 (5-8 p.m.)
The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Parade
This parade will travel south on North Michigan Avenue from Oak Street to Wacker Dr. Please be advised that there will be numerous street closures throughout the Central Business District for this event. The closures will mainly impact Michigan Avenue from Oak street to the North to approximately Jackson Boulevard to the South.
state/ Lake Station Project Update
The State and Lake Station reconstruction project includes a complete redesign of one of Chicago’s busiest transit stations to improve safety, accessibility, and comfort for riders, and marks a new gateway to downtown.
Some pedestrian light poles on Lake Street are being removed ahead of track and station construction. Temporary pedestrian lights have been installed in their place.
This week the project continued the utility locate operation and started work on pavement removals on State Street along preparing to relocate an underground ComEd electrical duct bank.
Lake Street is reduced to one lane.
State Street is reduced to one lane in each direction between Wacker Drive and Randolph Street.
These work activities may result in louder noise and some vibrations in the area. Visit the project website to learn how the team is working to reduce these impacts.
Full Closure of State Street Bascule Bridge for Repairs Through Fall 2025
CDOT Lake St. Bridge Construction contractors continue to work on the major rehabilitation of the historically eligible Lake Street Bascule Bridge. Please see some updates for upcoming work detailed below:
- Crane Barge Mobilization: A crane barge will be mobilized on Friday, October 31, in preparation for the demolition of the west bridge house.
- Scheduled Nightwork: On Sunday morning, November 2, between 1- 5 a.m., the contractor will conduct bridge-lifting operations during non-CTA service hours. This work will occur within the current Lake Street closure.
- Adjacent Project – Canal Street: Beginning Monday, November 3, an adjacent CDOT project will start on Canal Street (from Lake Street to Kinzie Street). Closures will be in place on Canal Street with local access provided via Fulton Street. In coordination with this work, additional signage will be installed to close eastbound Lake Street at Clinton Street and direct traffic to the approved eastbound detour via Washington Street. A combined detour map for both projects can be seen below.
- Sidewalk Closure: On Tuesday, November 4, between approximately 7 a.m. and 4 p.m., CTA and ComEd will close the north sidewalk west of the bridge, between the 444 River Plaza stairs. This closure is expected to last one day only. The West Lake crosswalk, stairwell, and doorway access will remain open. This sidewalk closure is west of the existing long-term full roadway and sidewalk closure currently in place.
The CDOT project website will be updated with the most up-to-date information on construction, and you can learn more here.
CDOT strives to improve the City of Chicago’s bridge and roadway network while maintaining safe access to our transit partners as well as businesses and residents in the area.
Helpful Tips:
Chicago Loop Alliance encourages everyone to be aware of standard security procedures. Loop stakeholders are urged to take the following precautions:
- Get alerts from Notify Chicago on various emergency and non-emergency situations in your area.
- The city reminds the public to remain aware and cautious. CPD has provided tips on how to prevent becoming a carjacking victim.
- Consider an optional tool for business owners to assist CPD with chronic trespassing issues. To enroll in the program, please find helpful Trespass Affidavit Program forms here.
- Learn more about the city’s Home and Business Protection Program to aid in the protection and safety of the city here. You can also join the OEMC network of Private Sector Camera Initiative here.
- The city reminds the public to be aware of their surroundings and to report suspicious activity. If you notice something suspicious, notify onsite security or call 9-1-1. If You See Something, Say Something™ is a national anti-terrorism public awareness campaign that emphasizes the importance of reporting suspicious activity to law enforcement authorities.
- Sign up for Smart911 to help first responders rapidly assist in the case of an emergency.
- Pay attention to the entrance of your business, and consider your current security measures.
- Make sure Chicago Loop Alliance has current contact information for your business by emailing info@chicagoloopalliance.com with full contact information. Watch for emails from CLA containing security or other pertinent information.
Social Services
Need help and don't know where to turn?
2-1-1 hotline:
You can now talk to a local navigator by calling 2-1-1, texting your zip code to 898211, or by visiting 211MetroChicago.org. This service is free, fast, local, confidential, and available 24/7.
211 Metro Chicago connects you to the help you need such as:
- Childcare
- Employment
- Housing
- Food Assistance
- And much more!
9-8-8 Crisis Hotline:
As of July 16, 2022, all phone companies and text messaging providers are required to route all 9-8-8 calls and text messages to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. To learn more, visit www.fcc.gov/988Lifeline.
Sign up for emergency alert system for businesses
The city of Chicago is rolling out a new program to provide emergency alerts to businesses. Local business owners can text "CHIBIZ" to 67283 or visit chicago.gov/chibizalerts to opt in to get the alerts. Businesses will be asked to submit some details specific to their business so that the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection and the Office of Emergency Management and Communication can send targeted alerts to specific areas of the city, as needed.
