U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez
Jackson Jr.’s Colleagues In Congress Add To Pressure For Answers
Several members of Illinois’s congressional delegation have joined the growing chorus of voices pressuring U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-IL) to speak out about his ongoing medical and legal troubles.
Young Illegal Immigrants Head To Navy Pier For Help Getting Work Permits
Wednesday will be a day of historic proportions, as thousands of young people who were brought into the country illegally get the opportunity to apply to live and work in the United States legally.
Emanuel Pushes New Limits On Detaining Undocumented Immigrants
Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Tuesday outlined a proposed ordinance he hopes will reinforce Chicago’s reputation as an “immigrant friendly” city.
Gutierrez: Jackson Jr. ‘Has A Responsibility To Give Us More Information’
U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-Ill.) says fellow Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-Ill.) should say more about the emotional and physical issues his office says have forced him to take time off from Capitol Hill.
Teen At Center Of Sticker Controversy Now In Congressional Art Contest
WASHINGTON (CBS) – The 15-year-old Chicago boy whose art was selected to be on city vehicle stickers – until allegations surfaced that it contained gang symbols – is now competing in the Congressional Art Competition, […]
Emanuel Sets Up Program To Help Immigrant Business Owners
Mayor Rahm Emanuel met with immigrant small business owners Thursday at a restaurant in the Little Village neighborhood, where he announced a public-private partnership to help small business growth in immigrant communities.
Members Of Congress Hold Chicago Hearing On Same-Sex Marriage Rights
Three Illinois members of Congress held a hearing in Chicago Friday on their effort to repeal the federal Defense of Marriage Act, which they call blatantly discriminatory.
Gutierrez Pleased, Hopeful About Change In Deportation Policy
U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-Ill.) has launched a new push to inform immigrants about new deportation rules.


