The Latest Breaking News from Century

City panel backs landmarks label for two State Street buildings

The federally-owned towers date from the early 20th century and could still be torn down, but the decision of the Commission on Chicago Landmarks could increase pressure to preserve them.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 8, 2023

Landmarks commission must move to protect historic Century and Consumers buildings

A vote in favor of designating both skyscrapers as landmarks is the right way to go. It tells the feds the city wants the two historic properties saved.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 7, 2023

Vox preservare: Landmarks commission hearings are a chance to speak up for Century and Consumers buildings

The U.S. General Services Administration and the federal judges pushing for demolition would do well to hear and abide by what could be a flood of testimony next week in favor of saving the buildings.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 9, 2023