Posted Oct 13, 2015, 4:48 PM
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Location: Lincoln Square, Chicago
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Originally Posted by munchymunch
Rauner wants the Thompson center demolished. Will have a press conference later today. According to crains.
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this article says he merely wants to sell it.
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Rauner looking to sell Thompson Center
Monique Garcia and Rick Pearson
Chicago Tribune
Gov. Bruce Rauner on Tuesday announced plans to sell the aging James R. Thompson Center in the Loop.
The 17-story building was designed by Helmut Jahn and opened in 1985 well over expected cost. It has proven costly and inefficient to maintain.
Rauner made the announcement during a late morning news conference inside the glass-walled government building at the corner of Clark and Randolph streets, according to an aide. The plan would require legislative approval.
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full article: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/l...013-story.html
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