Chicago rapper Lil Durk
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It was revealed yesterday that Danny Wirtz, CEO of the Chicago Blackhawks will be collaborating with Lil Durk with the 1901 Project to revitalize Chicago’s Near Westside.

The 1901 Project surrounds the West side of Chicago which includes the United Center the home of the Blackhawks and the Chicago Bulls. It’s a $7 billion private investment that will involve the Reisndorf and Wirtz families That will bring new development and help enhance neighborhoods and give residents better opportunities and businesses throughout Chicago.

The project will also tap into 55 acres to help bridge neighborhoods there will be a public park To help further the vision of iconic public spaces better throughout the city and in the West side’s rich history of sports and music.

Lil Durk, who is Chicago, born has been active since 2010 and has eight studio albums and is currently working on another. The 31-year-old rapper appears to be ready to bring his influence into the project and will work with the Wirtz family.