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Protest Erupts as Woman Arrested Near City Hall
10/8/2025
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Story summary
- Dariana Fajardo, 23, was arrested by U.S. Border Patrol in Waukegan outside City Hall for allegedly impeding a federal investigation.
- Mayor Sam Cunningham tried to de-escalate.
- Fajardo stated she legally possessed a firearm in her vehicle but was not charged.
- A demonstration outside City Hall expressed fear and opposition to federal actions targeting immigrants; Fajardo later received standing ovations.
