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Ford City Mall officially closes its doors after 60 years - WGN-TV

Ford City Mall on Chicago's Southwest Side has officially shut down. The closure occurred before a Monday deadline following a court order. The mall operated as a retail destination for over 60 years.

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New reports identify unsafe conditions as the reason for the closure.

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  1. Ford City Mall Permanently Closes After 60 Years

    Ford City Mall on Chicago's Southwest Side has officially shut down. The closure occurred before a Monday deadline following a court order. The mall operated as a retail destination for over 60 years.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ford City Mall on Chicago's Southwest Side has officially closed.
    • The facility shut down before a Monday deadline following a court order.
    • The mall operated for more than 60 years.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • City attorneys described the mall's conditions as unsafe.
    • A developer intends to redevelop the property.
    confidence 90%

  2. Ford City Mall Permanently Closes After Six Decades

    Ford City Mall on Chicago's Southwest Side has officially closed its doors. The facility shut down ahead of a Monday deadline following a court order. A developer intends to redevelop the property.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ford City Mall closed permanently on Monday, June 22, 2026.
    • The mall operated for more than 60 years.
    • A court order forced the closure due to safety concerns.
    • The facility closed its doors before the noon Monday deadline.
    • The mall was located in the West Lawn community on the Southwest Side.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • A developer wants to replace the mall with warehouses.
    • The closure was caused by structural issues and a non-functional fire suppression system.
    • The last JCPenney in Chicago closed on the Sunday before the mall's closure.
    confidence 95%