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Chicagoans Protest City’s Handling of Migrant Emergency Aid Immigration Policy Organizing

Chicagoans Protest City’s Handling of Migrant Emergency Aid

Immigrant organizers called for increased funding for community members helping migrants bused to Chicago.

Katrina PhamJuly 25, 2023

These Chicago Afghans Have Built a Community on the Soccer Field Arts & Culture Broken-Winged Birds: Afghans in Exile Trending Visuals

These Chicago Afghans Have Built a Community on the Soccer Field

After fleeing the Taliban, a group of Afghans in Chicago have found each other – and strength – through playing soccer.

Saleha SoadatJuly 18, 2023

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Illinois Lawmakers and Immigrant Advocates Push to End the Sale of Personal Data to ICE Immigration Policy Trending

Illinois Lawmakers and Immigrant Advocates Push to End the Sale of Personal Data to ICE

As a lawsuit against data broker LexisNexis awaits court determination, local advocates and officials look to amend Cook County’s ICE detainer ordinance.

Chelsea VerstegenJuly 11, 2023

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Chicago Police Officer Accused Of Impregnating Migrant Teen Living In West Side Station: Reports Investigation Trending

Chicago Police Officer Accused Of Impregnating Migrant Teen Living In West Side Station: Reports

Other officers are accused of "improper sexual relations" with immigrants who had been sleeping in police stations when they had no place else to go, law enforcement sources told the Chicago Sun-Times.

Madison SavedraJuly 7, 2023

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South Asia Institute Holds Its First Desi Queer Open Mic Night Arts & Culture Trending Visuals

South Asia Institute Holds Its First Desi Queer Open Mic Night

Organizers say the event was a first for the institute, but hope it will promote more inclusivity while celebrating Desi queer stories and creativity.

Efrain SorianoJuly 3, 2023

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Here’s How to Access Immigrant Health Benefits Programs in Illinois Before The Enrollment Pause Health Immigration Policy Trending

Here’s How to Access Immigrant Health Benefits Programs in Illinois Before The Enrollment Pause

Starting July 1, Illinois will limit access to programs that provide medical coverage for undocumented immigrants and low-income lawful permanent residents. Here’s what those programs do and how to enroll.

Katrina PhamJune 29, 2023