Jean Yves Hector
He traveled from Haiti to Chicago for his first art exhibition at 19. But when he had to leave Haiti in 2019, he made Chicago his home.
Sayou CooperJune 13, 2023
Agnes Kanjinga
She left Congo to escape ongoing violence. In search of a safe home for her children, she came to Chicago and found her community.
Sayou CooperJune 9, 2023
Max
Max was born and raised in Senegal. But after years of suffering economic hardship and sexual abuse, he was cast out of his family.
Vida OpokuJune 5, 2023
After Five Long Years, a Venezuelan Family Is Reunited
Frank Sandoval had to leave Venezuela to save his life. He became a lawyer to help others seek asylum. After a five-year process, he was reunited with his wife and daughter in Chicago.
Chelsea VerstegenJune 2, 2023
Lillian Ingabire
She was born in a refugee camp. Now, she helps other girls who have been displaced build their own community.
Sarah LuyengiJune 1, 2023
Yolande Sanvi
She was a software engineer, now she teaches African hairstyling to help others live the American dream.
Sarah LuyengiMay 26, 2023
How US Policy Drives, Describes and Denies Black Immigration
Patrice Lawrence of the UndocuBlack Network explains how U.S. policies are impacting Black immigration from Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America.
Jillian MeleroMay 26, 2023
Immigrant Advocates Push for Healthy Illinois For All Bill
If passed, the bill would implement universal health insurance for low-income residents, regardless of immigration status.
Adriana Martinez-SmileyMay 19, 2023
As Public Health Emergency Ends, Community Resource Groups Work to Fill the Gap
As Gov. Pritzker declares an end to the public health emergency brought on by the pandemic and subsequent relief funds, four community-led efforts work to make sure their neighbors’ needs are still met.
Chelsea VerstegenMay 17, 2023
Title 42 is Ending. What’s Next for Immigration?
As the Trump-era rule ends Thursday, Biden plans to enact strict immigration policies toward asylum seekers and send more troops to the U.S.-Mexico border.
Reema SalehMay 11, 2023
