Challenges Facing Chicago's South Side

Chicago's South Side is grappling with significant challenges, particularly regarding resource allocation and community support. Predominantly black neighborhoods are marked by chronic under-resourcing, resulting in inadequate access to essential services such as childcare and after-school programs. The influx of around 46,000 migrants in two years has raised questions among residents about prioritization of resources, leading to frustrations when former empty facilities were repurposed as shelters for newcomers. The community's perception that city support has shifted towards migrants, rather than addressing long-standing local needs, creates a sentiment of being overlooked by the government.