Construction on new Chicago Fire training facility could begin soon

CHICAGO - The Chicago Fire could start construction on its new $80 million practice and training facility later this year.

The building is slated for the Near West Side at the site of a former public housing project by Roosevelt Road and Ashland Avenue.

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City officials have defended the project, saying proceeds from leasing the land to the Fire could be re-invested in fixing up aging buildings and facilities.

The soccer club is hoping to bring their development proposal before a Chicago City Council committee next month, aiming to break ground by this winter.