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Washington Heights, Chicago facts for kids

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Washington Heights is one of the 77 official community areas of Chicago, Illinois. It is located on the far south side of the city. It has a population of 27,453.

The CTA red line stop at 95th St. is also available along the Dan Ryan Expressway in nearby Roseland.

Washington Heights is a stronghold of the Democratic Party. In the 2016 presidential election, Washington Heights cast 13,709 votes for Hillary Clinton and cast 229 votes for Donald Trump.


Images for kids

  • Golden State (21771931904)

    The Golden State running through Washington Heights in 1965

  • 9227 S. Racine St

    Bungalow in the Brainerd Historic District

  • 103rd Street (Washington Heights) Metra Station

    The 103rd Street–Washington Heights station in 2011

  • Mayor Taylor Trail Chicago

    Major Taylor Trail

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