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New Book Explores Complicated History of Chicago’s Lakefront

A history of Chicago’s lakefront traces more than 150 years of nearly nonstop litigation.

Aired 06/30/2021 | Rating NR

Chicago Tonight

New Book Explores Complicated History of Chicago’s Lakefront

Clip: 6/30/2021 | 4m 1sVideo has Closed Captions

A history of Chicago’s lakefront traces more than 150 years of nearly nonstop litigation.

Chicago’s lakefront is often referred to as one of the city’s crown jewels, and as with many valuable things, it’s been the subject of frequent high-profile political and legal fights. A new book explores that complicated history — and how it could have turned out very differently.

Aired 06/30/2021 | Rating NR

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