Migrants in Chicago

A Cook County judge is considering whether to appoint an independent prosecutor to investigate allegations of unlawful arrests and excessive force tied to a major federal enforcement operation.

Peter Zigterman of World Relief Chicagoland explains how new federal SNAP eligibility changes are impacting immigrants and refugees in Illinois—and what it means for food access across the region.

After the death of Sheridan Gorman, city leaders react as pressure mounts on Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City Council over public safety and Chicago’s sanctuary city policies.

A Venezuelan migrant accused of gunning down a Loyola University freshman did not appear in court Monday for his detention hearing due to being hospitalized.

Senator Dick Durbin is demanding documents, footage, and answers after federal agents arrested American citizens during recent raids in Chicago and other cities. His investigation sets the stage for a hearing that could bring new limits on federal enforcement tactics.

A federal court has temporarily halted the release of hundreds of Operation Midway Blitz detainees.

A federal judge has ordered ICE to release more than 400 people detained in Chicago, ruling the agency failed to justify why they were being held.

Nueva Italy Pizza is back open after shutting down in October when immigration enforcement activity in Rogers Park left workers and neighbors too afraid to come by. The family-run shop, a community staple for 18 years, reopened to crowds of loyal customers eager to show support. The owners say they’re grateful for the outpouring of love — and hopeful this marks a fresh start after months of fear and uncertainty.

Congresswoman Robin Kelly speaks with ChicagoLIVE about her opposition to the GOP-led shutdown deal, her criticism of ICE raids she says have “traumatized” Chicago communities, and her vision for reforming immigration and healthcare as she campaigns for the U.S. Senate.

Some Chicago neighborhoods say they finally feel a little safer now that federal immigration agents have left the city. In South Lawn, one restaurant has become a lifeline for families who were too afraid to leave their homes for food.

Block Club Chicago is taking two powerful federal agencies to court, accusing Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security of stonewalling public records requests. At stake is more than paperwork?the lawsuit argues the government is undermining the Freedom of Information Act, a law meant to guarantee the public?s right to know. Reporter Mick Dumke joins us to break down what Block Club is fighting for, what?s at risk, and why transparency matters for every Chicagoan.

A North Park homeless encampment has been cleared and ?Operation Midway Blitz? continues. Block Club Chicago talks all things Chicago on ChicagoNOW

A little more than 24 hours after President Donald Trump posted an ominous meme aimed at the city of Chicago on his social media platform, he appears to be softening his tone.