Crime & Safety
Security Measures Go Into Place For Democratic National Convention In Chicago
With several security measures and street closures going into place, the city will look and feel a lot different.
August 12, 2024
CHICAGO (CBS) — After months of preparations, the Democratic National Convention starts a week from Monday. With several security measures and street closures going into place, the city will look and feel a lot different.
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The biggest priority on the agenda is the buildout of the DNC security perimeter. Much of that construction will begin at the United Center at 6 a.m. on Monday. The first phase of staging of the perimeter fencing was already taking shape outside the venue on Sunday.
Residents and businesses are now being warned about the impact security measures will have on traffic in and around the United Center and McCormick Place, which will see restrictions on parking and street access.
