Own part of Chicago’s first casino

Migrant Crisis Emergency Declaration

The “surge” in migrants prompted Mayor Lori Lightfoot to issue an emergency declaration Tuesday. Since August, more than 8,000 migrants, many from Central and South America, have been bused from Texas. The city has been in need of a plan. [NBC Chicago; City Cast Chicago]

Own Part of Incoming Casino

Bally’s is inviting “minority investors” to own 25% of the city’s first casino. Eligibility requirements have not yet been disclosed. [Crain’s 🔒]

Monkeypox Cases Up

Health experts are encouraging vulnerable Chicagoans to get vaccinated after Howard Brown Health reported eight cases since mid-April, six of which were breakthrough cases from individuals who had already been inoculated. [Block Club]

Museum Plans During NASCAR

The July 1–2 takeover has the Shedd Aquarium closing its doors on race days. The Field Museum will adjust hours and offer free entry to Illinois residents. The Adler Planetarium will not change its operations. [WTTW]

Midweek Meditation in Oak Park | Today | 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Head to Unity of Oak Park to recharge. This week’s focus will be on movement and sound. [Free]

Family Fishing at Northerly Island | Saturday | 8–11:30 a.m.

Bring kids ages 8 and up to learn to fish. Equipment and bait are included. [$5]

Defiant Silk Fest in Lakeview East | All Weekend | Varies

See burlesque, belly dancing, circus, drag, and more at The Newport Theater in honor of AAPI Heritage Month. The fest is from Friday to Sunday. [$20+]

Cubs–Sox Rivalry is Still Real

Not many Chicagoans admit they root for both the Cubs and Sox. But Len Kasper, a TV announcer at Wrigley Field for 16 years before becoming the radio voice of the South Side team in 2021, has seen both sides. The City Cast Chicago podcast revisits our convo with Kasper during his first season with the Sox.