Undocumented Immigrants
Activists Protest Deportations, As Immigrants Released Amid Budget Cuts
In west suburban Broadview, a weekly protest and prayer vigil outside the federal immigration detention center took on added significance Friday morning.
Quinn Signs Driver’s License Law For Immigrants
Governor Quinn has signed a new law that allows undocumented immigrants the right to obtain a drivers license.
Immigrant Groups Divided Over Temporary Driver’s License Plan
It’s a hot button issue: should undocumented immigrants be allowed to get driver’s licenses? Even leaders in Chicago’s Latino community are divided on a measure that would grant undocumented immigrants temporary licenses.
State Senate OKs Driver’s Licenses For Illegal Immigrants
A plan that would allow illegal immigrants in Illinois to get driver’s licenses cleared another hurdle Tuesday, with the state Senate approving the measure hours after Republican leaders in the General Assembly offered their support and said they’ve been working with Democrats on the issue for years.
Emanuel, Aldermen Urge State To Allow Driver’s Licenses For Undocumented Immigrants
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and several key aldermen are backing a proposal in the state legislature to offer driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants.
Ordinance Protects Undocumented Immigrants From Unfair Deportation
The Chicago City Council has given final approval to an ordinance protecting undocumented immigrants from being unfairly detained or deported.
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.
Woman Hospitalized Amid Hunger Strike To Demand Medical Care For Immigrants
A 54-year old woman who is on a hunger strike was rushed to Mt. Sinai Hospital on Monday, after complaining of abdominal pain and chills.
Detention Center Opponents Finish 48-Hour March To Crete
Opponents of a proposed immigration detention center in far south suburban Crete were out in force Sunday, in the final day of a 48-hour opposition walk.
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