Oct 15, 2026 · 20 min · 9 segments
01. Old Union School Gets Approved for Demolition 02. East Dubuque Man Charged Following Investigation into Child Sexual Abuse Materials 03. Judge Rejects Defense Requests in Jackson Kradle Case 04…
The Freeport City Council has approved a contract to demolish the former Union School building at the corner of Chicago Avenue and Frank Street.
Built in 1987, the nearly 130-year-old building originally served as an elementary school before being repurposed for administrative and other educational uses during the 20th century.
The building has stood vacant for years, and city officials say its deteriorating condition has become a public safety concern.
Council members approved a demolition contract with Northern Illinois Service Company during their October 5th meeting.
The decision marks the end of a building that served generations of Freeport students and was once part of the city's neighborhood school system.
The city has also not announced any specific plans for redevelopment of the property once the building is removed.
The Freeport City Council has approved a contract to demolish the former Union School building at the corner of Chicago Avenue and Frank Street.
Built in 1987, the nearly 130-year-old building originally served as an elementary school before being repurposed for administrative and other educational uses during the 20th century.
The building has stood vacant for years, and city officials say its deteriorating condition has become a public safety concern.
Council members approved a demolition contract with Northern Illinois Service Company during their October 5th meeting.
The decision marks the end of a building that served generations of Freeport students and was once part of the city's neighborhood school system.
The city has also not announced any specific plans for redevelopment of the property once the building is removed.
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