‘We’re fighting for what’s right’: Hammond Central students protest ICE in walkout

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Feb. 9, 2026, 4 p.m.
Last Updated Feb. 9, 2026, 4 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/09/were-fighting-for-whats-right-hammond-central-students-protest-ice-in-walkout/

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Once the clock struck 12:40 p.m., dozens of Hammond Central High School students walked out of school, holding signs protesting U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement or the flags of various Latin countries. Honking car horns, cheers and Bad Bunny’s song, “DtMF,” served as background music. Edwa...