Construction of Winterized Migrant Base Camp in Brighton Park Delayed, Mayor's Office Confirms
Construction on a winterized base camp for migrants in Chicago's Brighton Park will not begin on Monday, according to the mayor's office. The proposed camp has faced opposition from residents who believe it would strain limited resources and drain support from local communities. Soil tests have revealed that the site is contaminated with toxic metals, further fueling residents' concerns. Protesters are calling for the release of an environmental report to assess the safety of the land. The base camp would temporarily house up to 2,000 migrants who have been living in airports and police stations across the city.