Why Is the Cinco De Mayo Parade Canceled? Plus, What’s Next For Aloha Motel?

For the second year in a row, the annual Cinco de Mayo Parade in Little Village is being canceled. We ask contributor Brandon Pope and Justice Informed CEO Xavier Ramey why organizers believe now is not the right time to bring the celebration back. Plus, a federal judge ruled on a lawsuit against the deployment of National Guard troops, an Ashburn motel is being turned into a shelter, and our guests weigh in on the return of the Silver Room Block Party. Good News: South Side Weekly Alternative Issue Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this April 22 episode: Enjoy Illinois ComEd Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE