In partnership with our cross-sector life-safety organizations, Titan Security is monitoring the following anticipated activity in or near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Demonstrations and Events
- Wednesday, September 7 at 7:30am: N Broadway/N Halsted to W Washington/N Halsted, Group will gather/ride for their cause “Chicago Bike Grid Now Halsted Bike Run”
- Saturday, September 10 at 7:30pm: Various West Side and Loop locations, Group will gather/caravan for their cause “Mexican Independence Cruise” *
- Monday, September 12 at 11:30am: 100 W Erie (Chinese Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Protest China’s Genocide of Uyghurs”
- Monday, September 12 at 4:15pm: 400 N Michigan to 205 E Randolph (Pritzker Pavilion), Group will gather/march for their event “AIA Designight 2022”
- Tuesday September 13 at 11:00am: 50 West Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Local 700 Rally for Support of Cook County Circuit Court Clerks”
- Wednesday, September 14 at 8:30am: 567 West Lake (CTA HQ), Group will gather for their cause “The I’m Late Protest” **
- Thursday, September 15 at 4:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their event “El Grito de Independencia (Independence Day)”
- Friday, September 16 to Sunday, September 18 during evening hours: Various West Side and Loop locations, Group will gather/caravan for their cause “Mexican Independence Cruise” *
- Saturday, September 17 at 2:00pm, 122 S Michigan (Philippine Consulate) Group will gather for their cause “Prayer Rally: 50th Anniversary of Martial Law in the Philippines.”
Notes/Analysis
* = One of multiple car caravan events expected during Mexican Independence Week; anticipate localized traffic disruptions
** = Multiple small “feeder” bicycle caravans may join, entering Loop via Halsted and Milwaukee
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).
About Titan Security Group
Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
Titan Security, in partnership with our cross-sector public safety providers, is monitoring a series of demonstrations and special events in or near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Events/Demonstrations
- Monday, August 15 at 6:00pm: 78 E Washington (Chicago Cultural Center), Group will gather for their cause “76th Independence Day of India” *
- Tuesday, August 16 at 12:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Flag Raising – Pakistan Independence Day”
- Wednesday, August 17 at 8:00am: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/ride for their cause “City Council Bike Jam”
- Thursday, August 18 at 11:00am: 100 N Riverside (Boeing HQ), Group will gather for their cause “Demand Gov. Pritzker Stop Funding War Profiteers”
- Friday, August 19 at 4:30pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their event “Teen Trend Meetup”
- Saturday, August 20 at 8:00am: 1200 N LaSalle (Planned Parenthood), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Justice”
- Saturday, August 20 at 6:00pm: 600 E Grand (Navy Pier), Group will gather for their cause “Ukraine Forever – Ukrainian Independence Commemoration” **
- Sunday, August 21 at 2:00pm: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower Place) to 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “Arm Ukraine Now, A Woman’s Silent Protest”
- Tuesday, August 23 at 6:00pm: W Randolph / N Clark, Group will gather for their cause “ECPS Now!”
- Wednesday, August 24 at 12:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Flag Raising Ceremony for Ukraine” **
- Friday, August 26 at 5:30pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Chicago Critical Mass”
- Friday, August 26 at 6:00pm: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall). Group will gather for their cause “On Women’s Equality Day We Speak Out to Expand Abortion Care in IL Now!”
- Sunday, August 28 at 6:00am: 600 E Randolph to 900 S Columbus, Group will gather for their event “Chicago Triathlon”
- Wednesday August 31 at 7:30am: N Broadway/N Halsted to W Washington/N Halsted; Group will gather/ride for their cause “Chicago Bike Grid Now Halsted Bike Bus Run”
- Wednesday, August 31 at 12:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Malaysian Flag Raising 2022”
Notes/Analysis
* = one of several gatherings recognizing Indian independence day
** = several possible gatherings for Ukrainian independence day
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).
About Titan Security Group
Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source
In coordination with our cross-sector partners dedicated to safety and security, Titan continues to monitor the following activities in or near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Demonstrations and Events
- Monday, August 1 at 6:00pm: 190 N State (ABC 7 Studio), Group will gather for their cause “Rally to End the Torture at Menard Prison”
- Wednesday, August 3 at 5:30pm: 630 N Kingsbury (Montgomery Ward Park), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Bike Jam for a Bike Grid – Milwaukee Detour Edition” *
- Thursday, August 4 at 10:00am: 400 N Michigan and 400 N Columbus (Chicago River Bridges), Group will gather for their event “Annual Chicago Ducky Derby Fundraiser for Special Olympics”
- Friday, August 5 to Sunday, August 7: 2301 S Martin Luther King (McCormick Place), Group will gather for their event “Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo – C2E2”
- Friday, August 5 at 8:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics Dr (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road Concert”
- Sunday, August 7 at 1:30pm: 1407 W Washington (Chicago Patrolmens Credit Union), Group will gather for their cause “Memorial for Police Officer Ella French”
- Sunday, August 7 at 2:00pm: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower Place) to 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “Proclaim Russia as State Sponsor of Terrorism – Human Chain”
- Monday, August 8 at 10:00am: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “Aasura Religious Parade”
- Friday, August 12 at 3:00pm: E Balbo / S DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Group will gather/march for their cause “Stop Sign Event” **
- Saturday, August 13 at 2:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rise Up 4 Abortion Rights”
- Saturday August 13 at 3:00pm: 131 W Erie (near Chinese Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Falun Gong Group Exercises – Call for Ending the Persecution of Falun Gong in China”
- Sunday, August 14 at 12:00pm: 806 N Michigan (Chicago Water Tower) to 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “Support Freedom in Belarus”
- Monday, August 15 at 12:00pm: 100 N Riverside (Boeing HQ), Group will gather for their cause “Allied Pilots Association”
- Monday, August 15 at 6:00pm: 78 E Washington (Chicago Cultural Center), Group will gather for their cause “76th Independence Day of India” ***
Analysis/Notes
* = Bicyclist group that frequently attempts to disrupt traffic flow as a part of their demonstrations
** = Traffic may be impeded if group crosses DuSable Lake Shore Drive
*** = One of several gatherings for India independence celebrations
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).
About Titan Security Group
Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source
In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, we are continuing to monitor the following special events and demonstrations in or near the Chicago Loop in coming days. Street closures are also being put into effect for the upcoming Lollapalooza Music Festival, held from July 28th through 31st.
Anticipated Activity
- Friday, July 15 to Sunday, July 17: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group will gather for their event “Pitchfork Music Festival”
- Saturday, July 16 at 5:30pm: 337 E Randolph (Maggie Daley Park), Group may gather for their event “Teen Trend Meetup”
- Saturday, July 16 at 6:00pm: 131 W Erie (near Chinese Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Falun Dafa Group Meditation, Rally, Vigil to Call for End to Chinese Communist Party’s 23-year Persecution of Falun Gong”
- Sunday, July 17 at 12:15pm: 919 N Michigan (Louis Vuitton), Group will gather for their cause “Fur Belongs on Animals, Not on People”
- Wednesday, July 20 at 8:00am: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Bike Jam for a Bike Grid – City Council Edition”
- Thursday, July 21 at 12:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Free R Kelly! OneMoreTimeForKellz”
- Friday, July 22 at 12:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Free R Kelly! OneMoreTimeForKellz”
- Saturday, July 23 at 9:00am: 401 S Plymouth to 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/march for their event “2022 Disability Pride Parade”
- Saturday, July 23 at 2:00pm: 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center), Group will gather for their cause “Peaceful Omnipotent Assembly – Prison Reform and Community Reform”
- Sunday, July 24 at 11:00am: 801 S Loomis (Arrigo Park), Group will gather for their cause “Bring Columbus Back to Chicago!”
- Sunday, July 24 at 2:00pm: 835 N Michigan (Water Tower Place) to 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “Proclaim Russia a State Sponsor of Terrorism”
- Monday, July 25 at 6:00pm: 122 S Michigan (Philippine Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Reject the Marcos II Regime! Chicago People’s State of the Nation Address”
- Tuesday, July 26 at 12:00pm: 401 N Michigan (Pioneer Court), Group will gather/march for their cause “Allied Pilots Association”
- Thursday, July 28 to Sunday, July 31: 300 S Columbus (Grant Park), Group will gather for their event “Lollapalooza Music Festival 2022”
- Friday, July 29 at 5:30pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Chicago Critical Mass”
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).
Grant Park Street Closures for Lollapalooza Music Festival
- Balbo Drive from Columbus to DuSable Lake Shore Drive is currently closed through Sunday, August 7; Balbo closure extends to Michigan Avenue on Monday, July 25, 8 p.m. and remains closed through Monday, August 1
- Jackson Drive from Columbus to DuSable Lake Shore Drive is closed Monday, July 18 morning through Saturday, August 6; Jackson closure extends to Michigan Avenue on Monday, July 25 8 p.m. and remains closed through Monday, August 1
- Columbus from Monroe to Roosevelt will be closed Monday, July 25, 8 p.m. through Monday, August 1; the closure on Columbus is extended to Randolph Street on Wednesday, July 27 at 11:59 p.m. and continues through Monday, August 1. Additional northbound center lanes on Columbus from 13th Street to Roosevelt Road will be closed on Monday, July 25 at 8 p.m., with Columbus reopening on Monday, August 1.
- Ida B Wells is closed from Michigan to Columbus on Monday, July 25 at 8 p.m. and remains closed through Monday, August 1.
- Monroe Street from Michigan to DuSable Lake Shore Drive is closed Wednesday, July 27 at 11:59 p.m. through 6:30 a.m. Monday, August 1.
About Titan Security Group
Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following protests and special events in or near the Chicago Loop.
Pending Demonstrations and Events
- Wednesday, July 6 at 6:00PM: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Jayland Walker”
- Friday, July 8 at 11:00am: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Assyrian Protest in Chicago”
- Friday, July 8 to Sunday, July 10: 301 S Columbus (Grant Park), Group will gather for their event “Taste of Chicago”
- Saturday, July 9 at 8:00am: 1200 N LaSalle (Planned Parenthood), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Justice” *
- Saturday, July 9 at 10:00am: 301 S Columbus (Buckingham Fountain), Group will gather/march for their cause “Pro Choice! Grow a Pair Chicago” *
- Saturday, July 9 at 1:30pm: 219 S Dearborn, Group will gather/march for their cause “Nationwide Day of Protest 4 Abortion Rights” and “Oppose Anti-Abortionists Coming to Chicago” (Counterprotests) **
- Saturday, July 9 at 1:45pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “March for Life Chicago: Dobbs Rally & March” *
- Sunday, July 10 at 12:00pm: 200 E Cermak (WinTrust Arena) Group will gather for their cause “WNBA All-Star Game”
- Sunday July 10 at 1:00pm: 801 N Michigan (Water Tower Place) to 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will march for their cause “Russia is a Terrorist State – Rally in Support of Ukraine and Free Europe”
- Sunday, July 10 at 3:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Global Protest of the Destruction of the Holy Imam AS’s Gravesite”
Notes/Analysis
* = Abortion-related protests continue at a high tempo, often on short notice
** = Two counterprotester groups are anticipated; one may meet at Daley Plaza then march to S Dearborn
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).
About Titan Security Group
Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following protest activity in or near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Demonstrations
- Monday, June 27 at 6:00pm, 1500 W Warren (Union Park), Group will gather for their cause “Roe Overturned: Public Meeting to Discuss Our Fightback!”
- Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 11:00am, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Life.”
- Wednesday, June 29 at 5:30pm, 1800 S Wolcott Avenue (Harrison Park) to Undisclosed Location(s). Group will gather/ride for their cause “Bike Jam for a Bike Grid – Pilsen Edition.” Route is unknown.
- Saturday, July 2 at 12:00pm, N Michigan at Dusable Lake Shore, Group will gather for their cause “Chicago Abortion Rights Protest”
- Saturday, July 2 at 2:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “”Overturning of Abortion Rights is Illegitimate and Must Not Stand!”
- Monday, July 4 at 11:00am, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Nationwide Boycott 4th of July, Police Brutality Murder”
- Monday, July 4 at 2:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “July 4th National Day of Protest: When Women Are Not Free, No One Is Free”
- Monday, July 4 at 4:00pm, 3100 S Dusable Lake Shore (31st Street Beach), Group may gather for their event “Teen Trend Meetup” *
- Friday, July 8 to Sunday July 10, at 500 S Columbus (Grant Park), Group will gather for their event “Taste of Chicago”
- Sunday, July 10 at 12:00pm, 200 E Cermak (Wintrust Arena), Group will gather for their event “WNBA All-Star Game 2022”
- Date TBD at 12:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group(s) will gather/march for their cause “Dobbs Decision Day – Overturn Roe.” **
Notes/Analysis
* = Social media also indicates possible Loop location meetup on July 4; Will continue to monitor
** = National day of protest anticipated in multiple jurisdictions, including Chicago; Will update as additional details become available.
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).
About Titan Security Group
Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 80,000 hours per week, employing more than 2,000 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
Titan Security is proud to partner with our public-sector safety agencies to identify potentially disruptive activity in and around the Chicago Loop. Please monitor this space for updates as they become available.
Anticipated Demonstration Activities
- 12/04 @ 9:00am, 659 W Washington (Family Planning Associates), Group will gather for their cause “Spreading Christmas Joy and Hope for Women that there are Options Besides Abortion”
- 12/04 @ 12:00pm, 123 N Wacker (Australian Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “S.O.S. from Australia”
- 12/04 @ 6:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their event “Teen Trend Meet Up”
- 12/05 @ 10:00am, 120 E Delaware (Four Seasons), Group will gather for their cause “Crash Heartland Holiday Fundraiser – Heartland Alliance Jails Kids 4 Money”
- 12/08 @ 5:00pm, 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “A Chorus for All: Singing for the Freedom to Vote”
- 12/10 @ 4:30pm, 140 E Oak Street, Group will gather for their cause “Fur Protest”
- 12/13 @ 12:00pm, 101 W Ida B Wells (DHS Office), Group will gather for their cause “Protect Immigrant Workers! Rally for Worker Protection”
- 12/18 @ 12:00pm, 806 N Michigan (Water Tower Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “International Migrants Day: Rally on Climate, Immigration & Labor”
- 12/31 @ 5:00pm, 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Critical Mass Bicycle Caravan”
Safety Tips Near/During Protests
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).
