Homeless encampment in South Loop raises safety concerns amongst residents

There are growing concerns over a homeless encampment in the South Loop.

People have lived on the streets in the area for quite some time. Yet recently, residents say the stench and garbage have gotten out of control. However, there are legal limits the city is facing when trying to clear the way.

Chinatown is typically envisioned as a clean and welcoming area, but a block away, under the CTA Red Line overpass, a different scene with trash littered on the ground…

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