New athletic field coming to Little Village school this fall

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped break ground Tuesday on a new athletic field at Farragut Academy in Little Village.

CHICAGO - Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped break ground Tuesday on a new athletic field at Farragut Academy in Little Village.

She was joined by leaders from the city, state, community and Chicago Public Schools.

The field will feature a new turf soccer field and basketball court.

The project is a part of a more than $16-million investment.

It's set to be completed by this fall.