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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 closed its doors. The facility shut down ahead of a Monday deadline following a court order. A developer intends to redevelop the property.
What changed
The mall has transitioned from a scheduled closure to being officially locked and closed.
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Ford City Mall Permanently Closes After Six Decades
confidence 95%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.