The Brief
- Chicago police are preparing for large youth gatherings expected at Foster Beach on Thursday and Friday.
- Parking restrictions and road closures will be in effect between Lawrence and Foster from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. both days.
- Community leaders are also organizing an event aimed at giving teens a chance to discuss concerns and connect with local resources.
CHICAGO – Chicago police are preparing for what could be another large youth gathering along the city’s lakefront as students across the area begin summer break.
A warning issued by 48th Ward Ald. Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth says Chicago police alerted her office to large youth gatherings expected at Foster Beach on June 4 and June 5.
As a precaution, parking restrictions will be in place along the lakefront between Lawrence Avenue and Foster Avenue from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. both days. The DuSable Lake Shore Drive off-ramps at Lawrence and Foster will also be closed during those hours.…