Newsletter Article

March 10 Day of Action: Protect Affordable Housing!

March 10, 2025
March 10 marks a National Day of Action to Protect Affordable Housing. Housing is more than shelter—it’s the foundation for stability and opportunity for families, seniors, veterans, individuals with disabilities and those experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
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Success Stories

CHA Helps 15 Families Reach Their Homeownership Dreams in January

March 3, 2025

In the past month alone, 15 families became homeowners with the support of CHA's HOME program. HOME offers two impactful pathways: Choose to Own (CTO) and Down Payment Assistance (DPA). These programs are not just about buying homes—they're about creating stability, building generational wealth, and opening doors to long-term financial independence.

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Development Projects

More Housing for Chicago: Grand Openings for Encuentro Square and The Canvas At Leland Plaza

March 3, 2025
In addition to the ribbon-cutting at Edith Spurlock Sampson and Sheffield Residences, CHA and its partners celebrated the grand openings of two more developments in February: Encuentro Square and the Canvas at Leland Plaza.
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Development Projects

Mayor Johnson, CHA Celebrate New Affordable Housing in Lincoln Park

March 3, 2025

Yesterday, Mayor Brandon Johnson, 43rd Ward Alderman Timothy Knudsen, and CHA officials celebrated the renovation of Edith Spurlock Sampson Apartments and the opening of the new Sheffield Residences. This $168 million mixed-income, multi-generational development brings 485 affordable apartments to the heart of Lincoln Park.

Edith Spurlock Sampson Apartments - Ribbon Cutting
Press Releases

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Housing Authority celebrate the grand opening of the transformative Edith Spurlock Sampson and Sheffield Residences

February 27, 2025
Mayor, CHA leadership announce major updates on CHA initiatives prioritizing resident engagement, fostering trust through transparency, collaboration in CEO search, greater collaboration with City of Chicago
Edith Spurlock Sampson Sheffield Residences Grand Opening
Press Releases

CHA, partners cut ribbon at Encuentro Square that includes 89 affordable units in Logan Square

February 18, 2025
$67.5 million development sits at the edge of the 606 Trail
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Press Releases

Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Update on Patrick Sullivan Apartments

January 31, 2025
CHA staff and contractors have repaired the fire prevention system and installed a temporary boiler to provide hot water at Patrick Sullivan Apartments.
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Press Releases

CHA/S2S Scholarship application period starts today; residents can apply for $2,000 awards

January 30, 2025
Pre-med student said scholarship gave her hope: “I can actually do this now. There are people looking out for me.”
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Press Releases

Chicago Housing Authority Statement on Jordan/Collins Case

January 17, 2025
We recognize the concerns this case may raise among our current residents about the safety of their homes. Resident safety is our highest priority, and we are taking decisive action.
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Newsletter Article

NBC-5 Anchor Evrod Cassimy Raises More Than $16,000 to Support CHA Families

December 23, 2024
The holidays are a time for joy, generosity, and community—and this season, NBC Chicago's Evrod Cassimy is spreading holiday cheer in a remarkable way.
NBC-5 Anchor Evrod Cassimy Raises More Than $16,000 to Support CHA Families