Security preps in high gear for Democratic National Convention in Chicago
Security barriers are up near McCormick Place and the United Center, and some downtown businesses have boarded up in case of civil unrest. Jermont Terry reports.
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Security barriers are up near McCormick Place and the United Center, and some downtown businesses have boarded up in case of civil unrest. Jermont Terry reports.
Despite the beefy security around McCormick Place, the public will be invited to grab friendship bracelets and get a "Kamala Harris manicure."
Those living in the South Loop or headed there this weekend will see some added security with several roads closed down in anticipation of the Democratic National Convention starting at 10 p.m. on Friday.
After months of preparations, the Democratic National Convention starts a week from Monday. With a number of security measures and street closures going into place, the city will look and feel a lot different.
The Secret Service and Chicago Police will be speaking with people who live near the DNC action to give some insight on public safety protocols, road closures, and transportation information ahead of the convention.
Officials will be talking to people in the area around the United Center Friday about what they can expect ahead of the big event. Marybel Gonzalez reports.
The DNC arrives at the United Center from Aug. 19-22.
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