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A Chicago alderman is pushing back against large-scale electronic music festivals after noise complaints from residents followed the inaugural Lakeshore Arts & Music Festival.
Following the two-day event in Lincoln Park, Alderman Timmy Knudsen announced he intends to work with city officials to prevent similar festivals from returning to his ward, citing concerns over noise levels, nearby residential areas, and the festival’s proximity to sensitive locations such as North Pond Nature Sanctuary and local hospitals.
The comments have sparked debate among festivalgoers and local…
