Summary
A Chicago school district issued a safety alert due to recent immigration enforcement actions in the area. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted operations, including raids and detentions, in North Chicago and nearby Waukegan. This enforcement is part of a larger operation called "Operation Midway Blitz."
Key Facts
- North Chicago School District 187 issued a safety alert after ICE activity in the region.
- ICE conducted operations in North Chicago and Waukegan, including detentions at several local sites.
- At least three people were arrested in Foss Park, North Chicago.
- The enforcement is part of ICE’s "Operation Midway Blitz."
- Over 800 individuals without legal immigration status were arrested during the operation.
- A policy limiting enforcement in sensitive locations like schools and churches was rescinded in January.
- The school district is monitoring the situation and plans to provide updates.
