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Could Chicago See More Migrants Before DNC?

City officials are preparing for thousands of migrants to arrive before the Democratic National Convention. That means having about 5,000 shelter beds on standby ahead of a potential surge and thousands of “just-in-time” beds. [WTTW]

• Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vowed to bus more migrants to the city at last week’s Republican National Convention. [Hey Chicago 💻]

Chicago Donors for Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris is now fundraising for her presidential campaign, and some top local Democrat donors have said they are ready to back the veep — like Newsweb founder Fred Eychaner and venture capitalist Glen Tullman. [Crain’s 🔒]

Center on Halsted’s HIV Hotline is Here For You

The queer community center is debuting a new website to accompany its HIV hotline. Staffers connect callers with affordable or free HIV and STD testing, LGBTQ health care, and more. Call 800-243-2437 or text 872-243-1004. [Sun-Times]

• One Chicagoan documented the AIDS crisis in Chicago’s religious communities. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

A Brat(wurst) Summer in Chicago

We’re not sure if popstar Charli XCX would include bratwursts in her Brat Summer starter pack, but Chicago sure does have a lot to offer. [Eater]

• And if brats aren’t your thing, what about a Chicago hot dog? [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Welcome to Pigeon-Racing Season

Pigeon-racing season is leaving pigeons tired, confused, and possibly injured around Chicago. A Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue foster home shares how to help vulnerable pigeons in the city. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]