Working with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following protests and special events in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in chronological two-week periods.
Anticipated Demonstrations and Events
- Monday, December 16 at 4:00pm: 180 N Stetson (Canadian Consulate), Group may gather for their cause “Delist Samidoun Rally”
- Tuesday, December 17 at 7:00pm: W Van Buren/N Clark, Group may gather for their cause “International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers”
- Thursday, December 19 at 1:00pm: 115 S LaSalle, Group may gather for their cause “Illinois Attorney General Allows Illegal Animal Abuse!”
- Saturday, December 21 at TBD: Unknown Loop Location, Group will gather/drive for their cause “Stop Gaza Genocide: End U.S. Aid to Israel (Car Caravan)” *
- Sunday, December 22 at 12:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Chicago Bears NFL Game”
- Thursday, December 26 at 7:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Chicago Bears NFL Game”
- Friday, December 27 at 6:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Critical Mass Bike Jam” **
- Tuesday, December 31 at 10:00pm: 600 E Grand (Navy Pier) and 200 W Wacker (Riverwalk), Group will gather for their event “New Years Eve Fireworks Display” ^
- Ongoing: Short-notice protests responding to the November 5 national election may be anticipated, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: Short-notice protests related to the conflict in Gaza are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
Notes/Analysis
* = Pro-Palestinian groups will likely meet in southwest suburbs then proceed into Loop; may cause localized traffic disruptions
** = Regular gathering of bicyclists and skateboarders who intentionally block vehicular traffic; anticipate localized traffic disruptions
^ = City sponsored event includes live music at Franklin/Wacker, plus fireworks displays at Navy Pier and along Chicago River
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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