Specially designed playground in West Pullman acts as sponge to reduce flooding

Source CBS Local
Original Load Date April 17, 2026, 5 p.m.
Last Updated April 17, 2026, 5 p.m.
Original URL https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/west-pullman-playground-flooding-prevention-climate-change/

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A specially designed playground in the West Pullman neighborhood is making a difference, addressing flooding and the impact of climate change across Chicago. The [ playground behind Ronald Brown Elementary Academy ][8] , at 12607 S. Union Ave., includes a basketball court, football field, and runn...