A $24 million renovation will restore the historic Parkway Ballroom in Bronzeville to its former glory, transforming the iconic building into a vibrant community hub, according to the City of Chicago's Department of Planning and Development. The public-private partnership seeks to revitalize the ballroom, which once hosted legendary musicians and served as a vital social space for the city's Black community. City planning documents detail how the renovation project will focus on preserving the b