Migrants are expected to soon move into the former Wadsworth school in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood, marking a controversial move as some residents voice concerns.
Migrants are expected to soon move into the former Wadsworth school in Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood, marking a controversial move as some residents voice concerns.
Crews were on site Monday trimming trees and finishing last minute preps at the facility, which will soon house more than 200 migrants looking for shelter after arriving in the city on buses.“They never told us anything about this when they first started doing the project,” said neighbor Luis Cardona, who lives across the street from the school. “They said it would be a 911 call center, but then it’s for migrants.
"The community clearly doesn't want it," she said."There are really no supporting services for the folks that they're putting in the school..."
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