👀 Local tunnel lore

Logan Square Homeless Encampment Cleared

The remaining residents of a tent encampment near the Logan Square monument were forced to relocate Friday. The area, which stretches along Milwaukee Avenue, was then fenced off for construction of a public plaza. A city contractor told City Cast Chicago he expects it will finish by the end of the year.

• What happens now? Residents say they lacked sufficient notice, but city officials are promising a housing fast track. [Block Club]
• La Placita: The area surrounding the monument is mid-transformation. [Sun-Times]

No Cellphones in Schools

After years of trying, Illinois lawmakers have officially banned cellphones in classrooms — Gov. JB Pritzker says he will sign the bill. On today’s podcast, we break down what that ban entails. Also, why isn’t Chicago a host city for the World Cup? And are you hearing fireworks? [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Local OPC Contractors Struggle to Get Paid

Several companies that helped build the Obama Presidential Center say they’re fighting to collect millions of dollars in unpaid bills. The general contractor pointed to the complexity and scale of the project, while the Obama Foundation says they have no disputed charges. [Crain’s 🔒]

60 Years Since Division Street Riot

The 48th annual Puerto Rican People’s Day Parade took place over the weekend — and this year, it coincided with the 60th anniversary of the first Division Street riot. It erupted in Humboldt Park as a response to police brutality and disinvestment in the neighborhood. A second riot occurred a year later. [WTTW]

Charter School Renewals

Last week, the Chicago Board of Education renewed contracts with six charter school networks. The board said these renewals are paired with more oversight following the closure of several charter schools in the last year. [Chalkbeat]