Immigration

Mar. 9, 2026

New DHS Chief Poised to Ramp Up Deportations

Backed by court wins, incoming Homeland Security chief Markwayne Mullin aims to revitalize immigration enforcement.

Mar. 8, 2026

ICE Agent Shoves Congressional Candidate During Protest

Viral video of confrontation sparks debate over use of force and treatment of detainees

Mar. 6, 2026

Journalist Arrested by ICE in Nashville Without Warrant, Lawyers Say

Estefany Maria Rodriguez Flores, a reporter for local news outlet Nashville Noticias, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Mar. 5, 2026

Ousted DHS Secretary Kristi Noem at Center of Chicago Immigration Controversies

From midnight raids to shootings, Noem was embroiled in many of the controversies surrounding Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago before being fired by Trump.

Mar. 5, 2026

Seventh Circuit Vacates Injunction on ICE Use of Force

Appeals court throws out Chicago judge's order restricting immigration agents' use of force

Mar. 4, 2026

Creator of ICE Tracker Receives Activist-Scholar Award

AJ Kim's interactive tool provides information on ICE detention locations and resources for impacted communities.

Mar. 3, 2026

Illinois Braces for Potential ICE Resurgence Despite DHS Shutdown

State leaders seek to increase accountability for federal immigration enforcement actions.

Mar. 3, 2026

Homeland Security Chief Noem to Testify in Senate After Minneapolis Protester Deaths

Noem's appearance comes amid concerns over escalating conflict with Iran and ongoing tensions over Trump administration's immigration enforcement tactics.

Mar. 3, 2026

Aurora-Based Organization Aims to Aid Families Affected by Deportation

Kalpulli Across Borders provides financial and logistical support to families whose loved ones have been deported.

Mar. 3, 2026

Lake County Prosecutor Seeks to Help Immigrant Crime Victims

New state bill would provide immigration-related legal aid to encourage more reporting of offenses

Mar. 3, 2026

Noem Defends Immigration Policies, Refuses to Retract 'Domestic Terrorist' Claims

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem faces tense Senate hearing over fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens by immigration agents.

Mar. 2, 2026

Illinois Leaders Brace for Potential ICE Raids Amid DHS Shutdown

Concerns remain over immigration enforcement despite partial federal agency closure.

Mar. 1, 2026

ICE Agents Spotted in Minnesota Hospital Hallways, Disrupting Healthcare

Providers in major cities report training on managing interactions with immigration authorities as patient volumes decline

Feb. 28, 2026

Operation Midway Blitz fallout lingers in Latino neighborhoods

Federal immigration enforcement campaign created fear, uncertainty and community pride in Pilsen, Little Village and the Southeast Side

Feb. 28, 2026

Judge Orders Release of Dozens Illegally Detained by ICE in Chicago

Federal judge finds ICE violated consent decree in 'Operation Midway Blitz' arrests

Feb. 28, 2026

Elgin Considers City ID, Legal Defense Fund for Immigrant Residents

Proposed ordinance aims to codify immigration policies, create municipal ID program, and establish legal defense fund.

Feb. 28, 2026

Rep. Ramirez demands Noem impeachment and ICE abolition after closed-door DHS meeting

Congresswoman confronts Homeland Security Secretary over "lawlessness and violations of our civil rights"

Feb. 27, 2026

Chicago Tribune Wins Toner Prize for Immigration Reporting

Newsroom honored for in-depth coverage of Operation Midway Blitz immigration enforcement mission.

Feb. 27, 2026

Chicago Nurses Rally Against ICE, Call for Shift to Health Care Funding

Nurses protest immigration enforcement, citing public health concerns and intimidation of patients.

Feb. 27, 2026

Mental-Health Expert Granted Access to Chicago-Area ICE Facility

Judge orders government to allow doctor's visit ahead of hearing on detention conditions