From Shakira to Don Omar: Borderless Captures Sueños Festival 2025
Sueños Music Festival returned for its 4th year to Grant Park, celebrating Latin culture and music.
Chicago’s Cambodian Heritage Museum Promotes Healing While Remembering Victims of Genocide
The National Cambodian Heritage Museum will host events aiming to cultivate culture and reunite Chicago’s Cambodian American community with its roots.
Samantha MonjeMay 20, 2025
The rush in Illinois to become a U.S. citizen amid immigration crackdown
As the Trump administration begins “social media vetting for anti-Americanism” among immigrants and other efforts, growing numbers are choosing to become citizens.
Adriana Cardona-Maguigad/WBEZMay 15, 2025
Trump’s Tariffs Raising Prices in Chicago’s Immigrant-Owned Grocery Stores
Local grocers and consumers are feeling the pinch as new tariffs drive up the cost of imported food.
Fatema HosseiniMay 13, 2025
Vietnamese Americans reflect on the Vietnam War 50 years later
Chicago’s Vietnamese refugees and second-generation community members explore the war’s impact and legacy.
Katrina PhamMay 8, 2025
Little Village Cancels Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade: ‘There is Nothing to Celebrate’
Little Village’s annual Cinco de Mayo parade was cancelled amid fears of ICE raids, organizers said.
Tara MobasherMay 5, 2025
‘We Feel Like We Hit a Brick Wall’: Migrant Soup Kitchen Faces Eviction
The eviction case comes as Chicago migrants are facing a triple crisis – homelessness, food insecurity and increased deportations under Trump.
May Day Protests Draw Thousands in Chicago, Calling for End to Deportations
Labor and immigrant advocates gathered at Chicago’s Union Park to protest President Trump’s immigration policies and escalating ICE arrests.
Immigrant Rights Advocates ‘Fighting Back Against Fear’ as Trump Administration Marks First 100 Days
Immigrant Rights Advocates ‘Fighting Back Against Fear’ as Trump Administration Marks First 100 Days
As President Donald Trump’s administration marks 100 days, immigrant organizations say they are expanding advocacy efforts and ramping up demonstrations in Chicago.
What to Know About Deportation Proceedings
Under Trump, immigration policies are rapidly changing. Borderless Magazine compiled a guide to explain removal proceedings, detainee rights and potential risks.
Tara MobasherApril 29, 2025
