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Large expansions on the Red Line and at O’Hare International Airport are capturing attention. A stadium, a casino and an M&A deal mark other Windy City building news.
Published May 12, 2026
Chicago, Ill.
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For contractors, Chicago is an exciting place to be.
The Windy City is home to a flood of high-profile construction projects across the infrastructure and entertainment spaces. Items of focus include a casino, a funding battle with the feds and M&A activity.
Read on about some of the biggest news to come out of Chicago’s construction market recently.
