Some Woodlawn residents were out protesting again Thursday about the relocation of the migrants to their neighborhood.
"Instead of helping here where it's really needed, they help out other countries. Help out here first where it's really needed," said Luis Cardona, a Woodlawn resident.
Some area residents were out protesting again Thursday the relocation of the migrants to their neighborhood. RELATED: Migrants sent to Chicago from Texas move into former Woodlawn elementary school, officials say This, after migrants began moving into the building at 64th and University Avenue a week ago. The facility's opening was delayed because of neighborhood opposition."There's also talk of establishing a migrant welcome center at 71st and Pulaski.
In the meantime, the asylum seekers who are here will stay in Woodlawn. The same group of residents are planning a larger protest Friday.
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