RNRA “I Love River North” Happy Hour at The Alston
Join RNRA for our June “I Love River North” Happy Hour at The Alston, a French-Nouvelle steakhouse from Michelin-Star Chef Jenner Tomaska and the Fifty/50 Group. opening to the public on May 30th. The Alston will host RNRA guests in their Private Dining Membership Club — an exclusive space with a private terrace that is usually only available to the restaurant’s private members. Nestled in the heart of River North, the Alston is the restaurant that people will be buzzing about all summer and for years to come.
This sneak peek event offers River North residents a first look at the beautifully designed restaurant and to meet the people behind the Alston with handcrafted bites, signature sips, and an amazing evening to learn more about the public restaurant along with the membership club.
All proceeds support RNRA Advocacy work thanks to our generous host providing the venue, beverages and food.
Raffle Tickets Available at the Door $10 each or 3/$20. Stay tuned to find out about our Raffle Prizes!
2025 May CAPS Beat Meetings
Be part of the solution!
We encourage all residents to participate in their CAPS Beat Meeting. This is an opportunity for you to engage with your Beat Officers.
What is CAPS? CAPS stands for Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy. CAPS is a partnership between police and community that is the foundation of community policing. CAPS uses Beats to develop relationships between the community and the police.
CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood, as well as to provide ongoing feedback, which help the police to monitor crime issues. The beat meeting is a chance to meet your neighbors and come up with strategies that affect the community.
To find your District & Beat, click HERE.
May 13 (Tuesday): Beats 1822/1823 5:00 pm. and 6:00 p.m. at Holy Family Church, 542 W. Hobbie Street
May 15 (Thursday): Beats 1821/1824 5:00 pm. and 6:00 p.m. at Clark Street Apartments 1201 N. Clark Street
May 20 (Tuesday): Beats 1831/1832 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Anti Cruelty 510 N. LaSalle. Note change in address.
May 21 (Wednesday): Beats 1214 7:00 p.m. 1121 N. Leavitt at Holy Trinity Cathedral
May 22 (Thursday): Beats 1833/1834 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Northwestern University – 303 E. Superior Street.
See the full 18th District 2025 schedule and save the dates on your calendar Click Here.
See the full 12th District 2025 schedule and save the dates on your calendar Click Here
CAPS Beat Meetings are also posted on the RNRA Event Calendar which can be found on RNRAChicago.org and on the My River North mobile app.
RNRA Summer Plant & Play – June 7th – Register for Free Tickets
Join us in Ward Park for games, activities, giveaways, treats and more! Kids (12 & under) can plant their own flower and take it home! Registration is Free. Donations are welcome and very much appreciated. When you register in Eventbrite there is an opportunity to donate. Thank you! Ticket Registration Required.
Coffee with the Commander of 18th District CPD
To print a PDF of the flyer, CLICK HERE.
2025 PUP CRAWL & CAT WALK plus OFFICIAL VIP AFTER PARTY
Attending the Pup Crawl & Cat Walk? Stay for the main event—The Pet Gala. RSVP for the VIP After Party @lightology–Where avant-garde meets canine couture, and the unexpected takes center stage. For more information and tickets, CLICK HERE.
This exclusive after-party features:
- A Live set from DJ Disko-Kitty
- Food and Specialty Cocktails
- A runway fashion show fetauring local fashion designers on rescue pups and PAWS alums
Help Bring Justice to Victims of Crimes – Register the location of your home or business camera
By registering your camera, you are simply allowing the Chicago Police Department to contact you in the event of a crime in your area.
CPD will not have direct access to your camera system and cannot access camera footage without your consent.
This is a free and voluntary program. Learn more on the program website.
Request for Feedback: Chicago Moves Electric Framework
CDOT has officially released the Chicago Moves Electric Framework Plan. This is the City’s first comprehensive strategy to expand electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, support e-mobility services, and reduce transportation-related emissions. This plan represents a major step toward a cleaner, more equitable transportation future for all Chicagoans.
The Framework is a living document, and CDOT is inviting the community to respond with comments and feedback by May 18, 2025. Community input will help ensure that the plan effectively serves our communities and advances our shared goals.
You can submit feedback here: chicago.gov/ChicagoMovesElectric
State St Bridge Full Closure: Through Fall 2025
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) began emergency repair work on the State Street Bascule Bridge over the main branch of the Chicago River this morning. The work requires a full closure of the bridge to all vehicular and pedestrian traffic through mid-November.
The scope of work involves removing and replacing floor beams and rehabilitating multiple center lock components. There will be additional viaduct repairs north of the bridge.
St. Jude Memorial March – Sunday May 4th
The Saint Jude Memorial March will take place downtown on Sunday, May 4, from 8am to 10am. The march is hosted by the Saint Jude Police League, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting the men and women of the Chicago Police Department and their families. The League provides support to families who have experienced the loss of a loved one serving on the force.
Police officers will begin assembling for the march around 6am. The officers taking part in the march will begin at North Michigan Avenue and East Superior Street and will travel north to East Chicago Avenue. The march will then turn west and travel on Chicago Avenue to North Clark Street, where the parade will end between 10-11am. Expect officers to be staged down to Michigan and East Wacker Drive prior to the beginning of the march. Streets and Sanitation trucks will be in place to block the march route on either side of North Michigan Avenue.
During the march, the following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic:
The march will not include any floats or vehicles, but residents can expect to hear music from the bagpipes. Please click here to learn more about the mission of the Saint Jude Police League.
