Protecting Homes Near Obama Center

As the Obama Presidential Center rises in South Shore, longtime residents face soaring rents and property values that threaten to displace them. One resident, priced out after her building’s sale, joined forces with others to fight back — sparking a community movement demanding housing protections. The Community Benefits Agreement Coalition is pushing for ordinances like the Jackson Park and Woodlawn Housing Preservation laws to shield locals from displacement, insisting rent control is essential to keep families rooted in their neighborhoods. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ba2dd0482d0f82dc