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Mexican Independence Day Parades Celebrate Heritage, Despite Immigration Pressures

As thousands celebrated their pride during this weekend’s Mexican Independence Day celebrations, many also took a stand against the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement activity in Chicago.
, and September 16, 2025
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Meet the Chicago Women on the Frontlines Helping Immigrants Access Health Care on the Southwest Side HealthOrganizingTop Stories

Meet the Chicago Women on the Frontlines Helping Immigrants Access Health Care on the Southwest Side

As thousands of immigrants lost access to state-funded health care, these community health workers are making sure Little Village residents’ medical needs are met.
and September 11, 2025
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Shaped by Her Immigrant Family, This Principal’s Mission is to Empower Multilingual Students in the Southwest Side EducationTop Stories

Shaped by Her Immigrant Family, This Principal’s Mission is to Empower Multilingual Students in the Southwest Side

While growing up in Little Village, Berenice Salas developed an early passion for linguistics and heritage that would eventually guide her career as an educator.
September 9, 2025