New Migrant Shelter Plan, Riot Fest Weekend, and Celebrating Mexican Independence Day

Mayor Brandon Johnson has outlined a plan to relocate nearly 1,600 migrants and asylum-seekers from Chicago police stations to what he calls “ winterized base camps ” with tents similar to temporary shelters in New York City. Block Club Chicago’s Madison Savedra and Jamie Nesbitt Golden are here with the latest from City Hall. We are also talking about potential city-owned grocery stores , Riot Fest weekend in Douglass Park, and Mexican Independence Day celebrations. Plus check out the Hip Hop Heritage Museum and Connect South Shore Arts Festival . Who do you think had the best date ideas in our Chicago takes on "alphabet dating?" Vote in our poll . Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter . Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE