Riot Fest opening in jeopardy after hospital files lawsuit

Sunday, September 6, 2015
CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Southwest Side hospital is suing to block a music festival from opening in Douglas Park next week.

St. Anthony Hospital is across the street from the park where "Riot Fest" is set to open Friday.
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The hospital claims the festival's loud music and crowds will have "a devastating impact" on its patients' health and safety.

A spokesman for Riot Fest claims the hospital demanded to be paid $158,000.

"It is unfortunate that St. Anthony officials are taking a festival that should be seen as a vibrant and positive addition to the community and are trying to use it for ulterior motives," a Riot Fest spokesman said.
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