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Environmental Advocates Rally in Support of New Ordinance to Change Zoning and Address Pollution

An ordinance introduced in City Council on Wednesday would address zoning and land use policies the federal government found to be environmentally discriminatory toward communities of color in the South and West Sides.

Aydali CampaApril 17, 2025

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Immigration Policy Top Stories

ICE, IRS agreement: What undocumented immigrants should know on Tax Day

A new agreement allows the IRS to share data and information about taxpayers with ICE. Here’s what you should know while filing your taxes.

Katrina Pham and Tara MobasherApril 15, 2025

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Immigration Policy Top Stories

REAL ID deadline is May 7. Here’s what you need to know.

REAL ID will be required to board domestic flights, enter military bases, and enter federal courthouses. But not everyone will need one.

Fatema HosseiniApril 14, 2025

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Immigration Policy Top Stories

Pritzker’s Proposed Budget Will Take Away Health Coverage From Some Immigrants Without Legal Status

Earlier this year, Gov. J.B. Pritzker unveiled his proposed $55.2 billion budget for 2026. The plan would eliminate funding for the Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults program, which provides healthcare to undocumented immigrants between the ages of 42 and 64.

Tara MobasherApril 9, 2025

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Immigration Policy Top Stories

What is the Status of DACA?

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) has been under attack for several years. Now, the program remains active but hasn’t accepted new applicants since 2021 amid court challenges.

Fiona WuApril 7, 2025

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Immigration Policy Top Stories

What to Know About the Trump Gold Cards and Their Likelihood to Be Approved

Donald Trump’s proposal to replace EB-5 visas with Gold Cards could change people’s access to the country and affect the economy.

Samantha MonjeApril 4, 2025

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Environment Health Top Stories

Chicago Department of Public Health Faces Capacity Hurdles With Environmental Inspections

Commissioner Dr. Olusimbo Ige said the department faced hurdles in its environmental efforts, including limited capacity to carry out more inspections at a hearing before the City Council Committee on Environmental Protections and Energy.

Aydali CampaApril 2, 2025

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Immigration Policy Top Stories

Chicago’s Ukrainian Community Looks for Hope Amid Ongoing War: ‘I Just Want Ukraine to Be Peaceful Again’

Since Russia’s 2022 invasion, over 30,000 Ukrainians have rebuilt their life in Chicago. Now, under Trump, they face uncertainty even as the war continues.

Fatema HosseiniApril 1, 2025

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