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POLITICSJun 16 · 19:30 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMESFran Spielman

Ald. Ray Lopez proposes renaming Northerly Island 'Pope Leo XIV Northerly Island'

Ald. Ray Lopez proposes renaming Northerly Island to honor Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, as part of a tribute initiated by Mayor Brandon Johnson. The underutilized lakefront area, formerly Meigs Field, is suggested for repurposing to celebrate the pope's legacy and enhance community use.

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Ald. Ray LopezpersonMayor Brandon JohnsonpersonPope Leo XIVpersonNortherly IslandplaceChicago Park DistrictorganizationMeigs FieldplaceFriends of the Parksorganization
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