Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Wabash between Washington and Monroe is now officially the Honorary Howard Frum Way! Everyone who knew Howard has a story about his generosity & kindness, and I am grateful to have been able to call him a friend. 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 09/10/2026As part of this work, Milwaukee is also closed from Canal to Fulton until October 30th. 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Due to ongoing CDOT work to replace the Lake Street Bridge, Green & Pink Line service will be interrupted between the Clinton and Clark/Lake stations. This is scheduled from 4am on October 13th until 4am on October 26. For more details: www.transitchicago.com/lakebridge/ 110
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Looking forward to tomorrow, when I’ll join neighbors to unveil the street signs at the “Honorary Howard Frum Way” on Wabash. Howard ran Howard Frum Jewelers and left a lasting impact on Jewelers Row and beyond. ⏰ October 9, 2:30pm 📍 Wabash & Madison Hope to see you there! 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 08/10/2026In today's newsletter, read more about: 🏃 Chicago Marathon local impacts 🚮 City garbage/recycling collection updates 🚃 CTA service interruptions and more! app.indigov.com/pub/outreach... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Thanks to @bettergov.bsky.social for hosting this morning’s engaging panel about the City’s budget process! It was a great opportunity to discuss the upcoming budget season and the importance of growing housing & jobs across Chicago. 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Excited to see @chicagocta.bsky.social recreating this iconic sign as part of the improvements to the Racine Blue Line Station! 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 04/10/2026With 3 and 4 bedroom units, this project at 23 S. Sangamon will make it easier for families to find a home in the West Loop. I'm proud to have worked with developers to add additional community benefits, like public restrooms and storage for the park. blockclubchicago.org/2026/09/23/7...blockclubchicago.org70-Unit Condo Building Approved For Vacant Lot Near Mary Bartelme ParkThe development will also add four public bathrooms to the area which will add to the infrastructure of Mary Bartelme Park, which currently has no bathrooms. 0190
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 02/10/2026In today's newsletter, read more about: 🗳 Downtown early voting locations 🚧 Upcoming Green and Pink Line service impacts 🚌 A dedicated bus lane on Michigan Avenue and more! app.indigov.com/pub/outreach... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 01/10/2026I'm proud to have supported the Bellwether, an office-to-residential conversion in the heart of the Loop that added 117 new homes & restored the building's iconic weather bell! 🔔 www.chicagotribune.com/2026/09/25/w...chicagotribune.comOnce dormant, the Loop’s weather bell is aglow once againThe Rector Building in the Loop is being converted to a residential building, and as part of the project, the iconic weather bell on the corner of Clark and Monroe streets has been restored. 021
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Since 1966, the 100 Club of Illinois has provided training, financial assistance, and support to first responders and their families throughout Illinois. I’m proud to support their work as they celebrate 60 years of service to the brave Chicagoans who keep our communities safe. 011
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 25/09/2026In this week's newsletter, read updates from City Hall about: 🖥️ Data Center Oversight 🚗 Parking Meters 🏗️ 23 S. Sangamon and more: app.indigov.com/pub/outreach... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 24/09/2026At yesterday’s Council meeting, I was proud to honor Donna Weems, who retired after leading the Renaissance Court Senior Center in the 34th Ward. Under Donna’s leadership, Renaissance Court grew into a place where seniors can gather, create, learn, & celebrate each other. 040
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 23/09/2026It’s disappointing that my colleagues are trying to bury this in committee, but I’m going to keep standing up for this commonsense path to tackle this problem immediately. We can’t risk delays while data centers keep building, polluting, & spiking utility bills. 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Data centers spike utility bills, pollute our air, & drain our clean water. Mayor Johnson created a blue ribbon committee. I’m taking action with an ordinance to immediately require community oversight, add environmental enforcement, & ban some data centers altogether. 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Hi Josh - thank you for bringing this to our attention. I'm submitting a traffic study to CDOT to find opportunities to improve pedestrian safety on Ida B. Wells. If you'd like to get updates as CDOT traffic engineers look into this, please send me an email (bill@ward34.org). 110
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 21/09/2026G’Mar Chatima Tova to neighbors observing Yom Kippur. Wishing you an easy and meaningful fast. 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 19/09/2026ALS impacts thousands of Americans and their loved ones, including myself: my stepmother passed away from ALS a couple of years ago. I’m proud to support A Long Swim and Chicago River Swim as they raise awareness and funding for ALS research. 030
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 18/09/2026In today's newsletter, read more about: 🗳️ City Council updates 🛑 Traffic safety improvements 💵 LaSalle SBIF applications and more! app.indigov.com/pub/outreach... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Thank you to Susan Stevens, Saint Ignatius President Chandler, the Little Italy Chicago Neighborhood Association, and Florence’s nephew, Rev. Steven Giovangelo, for joining us. 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Florence Scala spent her life fighting to ensure that working class neighbors in Little Italy had a voice in its future. Yesterday, I proudly joined neighbors to unveil a plaque celebrating her legacy at her former home on Taylor St. 110
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Since the Smart Streets Pilot Program launched, we’ve been able to improve traffic safety throughout the 34th Ward. It’s common sense to expand this successful program citywide. blockclubchicago.org/2026/09/15/a... 1133
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 15/09/2026It's #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! 🗳️ Did you know that 1 in 4 people either aren't registered to vote or aren't sure if they're registered? Verify your voter registration status & register on the @chicagoelection.bsky.social website today: chicagoelections.gov/voting/regis... 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Every dollar we have to put towards debt service is a dollar we can’t spend on police, parks, potholes, or other basic city services. I was proud to support Ald. Quinn’s ordinance requiring approval by 60% of Council to take on any new borrowing. 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Join the Chicago Police Department on 9/26 from 11am-3pm for their annual Career & Resource Fair at 1300 W. Jackson! Stop by to learn about job & educational opportunities and connect with community resources. Register in advance: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Shanah Tovah to neighbors celebrating Rosh Hashanah. Wishing you a sweet & peaceful start to the year! Chabad UIC & West Loop is hosting their annual Shofar in the Park event on Sunday, September 13th at 3:30pm at Mary Bartelme Park. RSVP here: www.chabaduic.com/templates/ar...chabaduic.comShofar In the Park - Chabad UIC & West Loop 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Today, on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we remember the 3,000 lives lost, the first responders who courageously ran toward danger, and the communities who united to help their fellow Americans in the aftermath of these attacks. 011
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 10/09/2026In today's newsletter, read about: 🚧 Mexican Independence Day Impacts 🇲🇽 El Grito Festival 🚃 @chicagocta.bsky.social Blue Line weekend impacts and more! app.indigov.com/pub/outreach... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Congrats to Tom Kotarac on being selected as the Chair of @nitachicago.bsky.social! When I took office and wanted to learn more about public transit, I sat down with Tom, who is an expert on transit & clearly cares about the system. He'll be a great leader of this unified transit agency. 040
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Today, we broke ground on the project at 1000 W. Jackson, which will bring 380 new homes & a grocery store to the West Loop! By working together, we can create good union jobs, add much-needed housing, & expand access to fresh food. 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Building more housing is essential to making the Loop a vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood and ensuring more Chicagoans can afford to live near jobs, transit, and opportunity. 040
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 09/09/2026I was thrilled to join this morning’s grand opening of 79 W. Monroe, the first Loop Revitalization Initiative project to open its doors. This project brings 117 new homes, 41 of which are affordable, to the heart of downtown Chicago. @chicagodpd.bsky.social @mayorofchicago.bsky.social 160
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Great to see so many new restaurants opening across the Loop, including Mariela, Prasino, & Café Pisolino here in the 34th Ward. Every new business brings investment, jobs, & reasons for people to come downtown. Congrats to all of these entrepreneurs betting on Chicago! 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Happy Labor Day! I’m proud to stand with the hardworking Chicagoans who keep our city running and build on the progress of those who fought for workers’ rights. 031
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 03/09/2026In today's newsletter, read more about: 🌳 Grant Park Participatory Budgeting 📖 Printers Row Lit Fest 🎉 Madison Row Fest and more! app.indigov.com/pub/outreach... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 01/09/2026For too long, CTA, Metra and Pace have operated in silos. Better coordination of service, operations, and funding can mean a more reliable, safe, and connected system that delivers more for riders and taxpayers across the entire region. 092
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Excited for the next chapter of regional transportation with @nitachicago.bsky.social! Like tens of thousands of students today, the CTA was my school bus, and I know firsthand how important reliable public transit is to connecting Chicagoans to school, work, and opportunity. 1102
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 01/09/2026The Department of Planning & Development is hosting an informational webinar tomorrow (9/2) at 1pm to share more about the Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF). Register today: bit.ly/sept26sbif 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 31/08/2026The Chicago Board of Elections is seeking poll workers for the November 3, 2026 Election, including bilingual election judges who speak Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, Polish, Korean, and Tagalog. To learn more and apply, visit the @chicagoelection.bsky.social site: chicagoelections.gov/poll-workers... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 28/08/2026On 9/1 from 5:30-7pm, join DPD, the 27th Ward, & my office for an open house at 122 N. Aberdeen to hear about the North Branch Industrial Corridor framework plan. This plan will guide development in the 11-acre subarea south of Grand, including the Blommer site. www.chicago.gov/city/en/dept... 040
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 27/08/2026In today's newsletter, read about 🍽️ Taste of Greektown 🎵 House Music Festival & Conference 💵 Small Business Improvement Fund and more! app.indigov.com/pub/outreach... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Did you know that House music has roots in the 34th Ward? 🎶This weekend, you can learn more about the history and legacy of house music through workshops and performances at the Chicago House Music Festival & Conference. www.chicago.gov/city/en/dept... 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 26/08/2026🚧Due to street closures, please allow extra time if you're traveling in the area. A list of street closures and tow zones is below. 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Taste of Greektown returns this weekend! From August 28th-30th, visit Halsted from Adams to Van Buren for live entertainment, dancing, and food from your favorite Greektown restaurants. greektownchicago.org/taste-of-gre... 110
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 25/08/2026The Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) opens for applications on September 1st in the LaSalle Central TIF district. Apply at chicago.gov/sbif by Sept. 30, and register for an informational webinar at 1pm on Wednesday, Sept. 2 at bit.ly/sept26sbif 020
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 25/08/2026When our city’s credit rating drops, it becomes more expensive to pay off debt, crowding out funding for our parks, police, and potholes. www.wsj.com/us-news/chic... 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Happy first day of school! 🏫🍎✏️ Wishing the students and educators across the 34th Ward a successful start to the school year. @chipubschools.bsky.social 110
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 21/08/2026At Monday’s screening of The Dark Knight, we had a surprise visit from Batman himself! 🎥🍿 If you’re still hoping to catch a movie at Mary Bartelme Park, stop by at dusk on 8/24 for a ‘Chicago Onscreen’ local film showcase and on 8/31 for the rescheduled showing of White Chicks. 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Thank you to the neighbors who joined us yesterday to learn more about the city’s plan for the Greyhound station at 630 W. Harrison. I appreciate the partnership of CDOT, 2FM, 1st District CPD, and Streets & Sanitation to address neighbors’ concerns & improve this area. 010
Alderman Bill Conway @aldconway.bsky.social · 20/08/2026In today's newsletter, read about: 🚌 tonight's Greyhound community meeting 🏁 a NASCAR Chicago update 🎨 West Loop Art Fest and more! app.indigov.com/pub/outreach... 110