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The true story of one man's asylum journey from Syria to Chicago.

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The harrowing stories of six asylum seekers who now call Chicago home

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Therapists and social workers trained in trauma care are helping asylum seekers along their legal and healing journey.

Carly GrafOctober 2, 2019

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Asylum seekers who undergo medical exams as part of their legal case are more than twice as likely to be granted asylum.

Apoorva MittalAugust 28, 2019

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How immigration court is especially challenging for LGBTQ asylum seekers

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At Rica Arepa, a young couple slings tasty cornmeal sandwiches — and for many customers, recreates a world that no longer exists.

As Told To Asylum City

President Trump signed a 90-day asylum ban Friday that makes it harder for immigrants to claim asylum. But just who are asylum seekers?

As Told To Asylum City

After someone tried to kill him in Ecuador because of his sexual orientation, Luis Mancheno found a new home and calling in the United States.

Michelle KanaarOctober 24, 2018