In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in chronological two-week periods.
Anticipated Events and Protests
- Wednesday, October 16 at 12:00pm: 233 S Wacker (Willis Tower), Group will gather for their cause “UAL Teamsters for a Fair Contract Rally”
- Saturday, October 18 at 12:00pm: 100 S Columbus (Grant Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “Hands Off Chicago – No Kings” *
- Saturday, October 18 at 6:00pm: 300 N State to 400 S State, Group will gather/march for their event “Arts in the Dark Parade”
- Sunday, October 19 at 11:00am: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Ride for Palestine”
- Sunday, October 19 at 12:00pm: 1210 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Chicago Bears NFL Game”
- Ongoing: Deployment of additional federal immigration agents, including Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is expected to continue; Counterprotests will be frequent and ongoing
- Ongoing: Short-notice protests opposing current federal administration policies will continue with localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: Daily protests are possible at 55 E Monroe/50 E Adams for immigration hearing/court proceedings, and at 101 W Ida B Wells for regional ICE offices
Notes/Analysis
* = Local event part of a larger nationwide day of protest, organized by range of groups including Indivisible and 50501; Significant attendance anticipated
Event/Protest Best Practices
- 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).
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