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Humboldt Park Celebrates 25th Annual Barrio Arts Festival, Despite Worries of DHS Activity

Chicago’s Puerto Rican community celebrated their heritage with live music and art after officials raised concerns about federal officers surveying the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture last week.

Camilla ForteJuly 14, 2025

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National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture Surveyed by Federal Agents Ahead of Festivals, Elected Officials Say

Officials called the encounter “intimidating” as federal agents lingered and refused to leave the property. The Department of Homeland Security denied targeting the museum.

Camilla Forte and Hillary FloresJuly 9, 2025

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Alderpeople Call for Investigation Into ICE South Loop Arrests

Chicago’s Immigrant Committee held a hearing Tuesday, questioning CPD and other city officials about whether city police collaborated with ICE during mass arrests in the South Loop.

Aydali CampaJuly 1, 2025

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Investigation: MAT Asphalt Complaints Continue Even After Mitigation Technology Installed Last April

After hundreds of complaints, citations, and a class-action settlement, city inspectors’ notes show instances where MAT Asphalt continued to generate and emit "strong noxious asphalt odor.”

Aydali CampaJune 16, 2025

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