Migrant Camp Confusion, Public Housing Vacancies, and Loop's Fancy Cabbages

Construction on a temporary winterized tent camp for new arrivals began this week in Brighton Park after nearly two months of back-and-forth. But the start was not without confusion and community pushback. Block Club Chicago’s Madison Savedra and Melody Mercado are here with the latest. Plus, we look at an investigation into the Chicago Housing Authority’s vacant properties , a plan to house asylum-seekers at churches, and the Loop’s viral cabbages ! . Good News: Chicago AIDS Garden for World Aids Day 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