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Immigration Policy

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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Environment and Health

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

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

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 and Health

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

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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Environment and Health

Chicago Department of Public Health Set to Defend Environmental Justice Efforts at Committee Hearing

The hearing comes as environmental justice advocates grow impatient with the city's unfulfilled promises to install 140 air pollution sensors and pass a cumulative impacts ordinance to protect communities overburdened by pollution.

Aydali CampaMarch 27, 2025

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Immigration Policy

Immigrant Advocates Committed to ‘Fighting Back’ Against Proposed Trump Travel Ban

After Trump’s proposed travel ban leaked, immigrant advocacy groups said the reported plan would disproportionately impact Arab, African and Asian countries.

Fatema HosseiniMarch 26, 2025

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Arts & Culture

Join Borderless Magazine for a House Party at Haymarket House

Support Borderless Magazine’s immigration reporting with drinks, food and live house music at Haymarket House.

Sarah LuyengiMarch 26, 2025

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Immigration Policy Resources

With immigration policies rapidly shifting, attorneys say it's important to stay informed about how recent changes may affect your legal status.

Aydali CampaMarch 25, 2025

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