Press Releases

Chicago Housing Authority Statement on Jordan/Collins Case

January 17, 2025

The Chicago Housing Authority extends our heartfelt sympathies to the Jordan, Collins and McGee-Collins families. No child should ever face the challenges of lead-based paint poisoning.

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.

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
Development Projects

Development Update: Parkside V Closes

December 23, 2024
CHA and our partners at Holsten Real Estate Development & Management Corporation and the Cabrini Green LAC Community Development Corporation closed on Parkside Phase V.
Development Projects

Cabrini NOW Planning Effort Continues

December 23, 2024
Nearly 120 Cabrini community members joined us on December 11 for the third Cabrini NOW planning and design process community conversation.
Cabrini NOW planning and design process
Press Releases

CHA asks for feedback at “Cabrini NOW” community meeting to accelerate housing, economic development on Near North Side

December 10, 2024
Hot chocolate social and community conversation will take place Dec. 11 at St Matthew United Methodist Church
Press Releases

CHA, The Michaels Organization celebrate grand re-opening of Albany Terrace Apartments

November 21, 2024
$93 million of renovations bring significant upgrades to 350-unit senior affordable housing community in Lower West Side.
Albany Terrace Apartments Ribbon Cutting
Press Releases

CHA Board passes $1.3 billion 2025 budget

November 19, 2024
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Board of Commissioners approved the agency’s 2025 annual budget of $1.3 billion at Tuesday’s Board meeting.
Press Releases

Chicago Housing Authority launches user-friendly new website and streamlined waitlist application process

November 12, 2024
Simplified navigation, enhanced searchability and 100 percent mobile-friendly interface will make it easier for people to find and apply for affordable housing
Now live: Our new website and waitlist application process are now live!
Newsletter Article

Development Update: Celebrating The Rehab Of Irene Mccoy Gaines Apartments

November 12, 2024

CHA and the Michael’s Organization celebrated the grand opening of the $45 million rehab of Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments, a 150-unit CHA senior property in East Garfield Park. The 17-story building, more than five decades old, will remain affordable for years to come after work financed through the U.S.

Ribbon Cutting at the Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments
Success Stories

Contractor Spotlight: R.B. Pest Solutions Makes the Leap to Prime Contractor

November 12, 2024

Robiar Smith, known as “Robi,” grew up on the south side of Chicago. A product of Chicago Public Schools, she has friends and relatives have live in Chicago Housing Authority properties. When she arrives to address her customers' pest issues, she often defies their expectations.

R.B. Pest Solutions Makes the Leap to Prime Contractor