How migration to Chicago today compares with earlier inflows from Europe, the South and Mexico
As the city begins evicting migrants from shelters, Reset digs into the history of migration in Chicago.
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As the city begins evicting migrants from shelters, Reset digs into the history of migration in Chicago.
Dozens of adults were expected to be evicted Sunday, amid an outbreak of measles, but just three were. They will be able to reapply for shelter at the city’s designated ‘landing zone.’
The population loss bucks a larger trend in the Midwest and nationwide, the bureau noted. More U.S. counties experienced population gains than losses in 2023.
Chicago’s mayor said the 60-day limit on shelter stays would, after previous delays, finally be enforced Saturday, impacting potentially thousands. There would, however, continue to be exemptions.
Typical traditions, like fasting from dawn to dusk, have taken on new meaning due to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
For well over a year, church officials have offered up rent-free locations to the city, potentially saving taxpayers money.
The Equal Pay Chicago Coalition wants to educate workers and employers about gender pay disparities, hosting a virtual event on Equal Pay Day.
The city will begin enforcing its 60-day shelter-stay deadline on March 16. Here’s what we know.
Maya, Maxim and Ivan, a family from Ukraine, were briefly shown in the documentary “20 Days in Mariupol,” a harrowing depiction of Russia’s invasion. Now, Maya and Ivan are in the Chicago-area as they recover from a bombing strike, the aftermath of which was shown in the film.
The Printers Row location — which is next to a Columbia College dorm — had a grand opening last weekend, with help from Cook County state’s attorney candidate Bob Fioretti.