Politics & Government
DHS Requests Drone Restrictions Over Chicago As ICE Raids Escalate Further
The restriction is in place until October 12.
October 3, 2025 / 5:41 AM CDT
A large part of the Chicago area is restricted from using private drones as the Department of Homeland Security requested the FAA put up restrictions as ICE escalates immigration arrests.
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The restricted flying zone covers a radius of 15 nautical miles from downtown Chicago, north to suburban Winnetka, west into suburban Oakbrook Terrace and south to Dolton.
The restriction is in place until October 12.
