Chicago closing migrant shelters
The city of Chicago is set to close three migrant shelters by October, initially kept open in anticipation of a surge of migrants from Texas during the DNC, which ultimately didn't occur.
Chicago to close 3 migrant shelters by October due to unused beds
The city of Chicago is set to close three migrant shelters by October, initially kept open in anticipation of a surge of migrants from Texas during the DNC, which ultimately didn't occur.
Migrant shelters in Chicago shutting down after expected influx fails to materialize
The city of Chicago is set to close three migrant shelters by October, initially kept open in anticipation of a surge of migrants from Texas during the DNC, which ultimately didn't occur.
Chicago resident criticizes city spending on migrants: 'Are y'all lying to us?'
Tensions flared at a City Council meeting on Friday as residents and aldermen continued to clash over how the city allocates taxpayer money for migrant care.
Chicago resident goes off on aldermen over migrant spending
At a City Council committee hearing on Friday, one Chicago resident didn't hold back when discussing paying for migrants.
Chicago prepares for potential migrant surge during DNC
With final preparations falling into place for next week's Democratic National Convention, some unanswered questions remain.
Chicago prepares for possible surge in migrants during DNC
Migrant advocates in Chicago are gearing up for a possible influx of asylum seekers as the Democratic National Convention approaches.
Lawsuit: Migrants in Chicago were physically assaulted by security officers while seeking work at Home Depot
A local alliance that works to protect day laborers is suing the City of Chicago and The Home Depot, alleging that migrants were physically assaulted by security officers while seeking work.
Home Depot sued by group of Chicago migrants
A local alliance that works to protect day laborers is suing the City of Chicago and Home Depot, claiming that new arrivals have been abused while seeking day work.
Chicago alderman sounds alarm on migrant surge ahead of DNC: 'We can't handle any more'
Chicago is bracing for as many as 25,000 migrants to arrive in the Windy City ahead of next month's Democratic National Convention, with one local alderman warning the city is already "tapped out" of resources.
Chicago prepares for influx of migrants ahead of Democratic National Convention
As Chicago prepares for next month's historic Democratic National Convention, city officials are also bracing for a potential influx of migrants from the southern border.
More migrants expected in Chicago as DNC draws near
As the city continues to prepare for next month's historic Democratic National Convention, officials are also bracing for an influx of migrants from the southern border.
New Illinois laws take effect on July 1, 2024
With the arrival of summer, there are a few new laws that will hit the books starting in July.
New migrant shelters to open in Midway, Hyde Park
Some migrant shelters in the city will be turning into transition areas and will prioritize families.
Portage Park school converted into migrant shelter, hosting 300 migrants
A Portage Park Catholic school building which was converted into a migrant shelter officially opened its doors Tuesday.
New Chicago migrant shelter still undergoing renovations despite grand opening
A former Catholic school building on the Northwest Side is being converted into migrant housing. A grand opening celebration was held on Tuesday but there's a hiccup, as the main facility isn't ready.
Chicago school converted into migrant shelter
A Portage Park Catholic school building which was converted into a migrant shelter officially opened its doors Tuesday.
Gage Park reopens facilities a year after closing to house migrants
Since August 2022, Chicago has welcomed more than 42,000 migrants from the southern border. Currently, more than 7,000 are still living in city and state-run shelters.
Gage Park reopens to community members
After being closed for a year, the city has reopened Gage Park facilities to residents.
Johnson welcomes residents back to Gage Park facility
President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Tuesday closing the US-Mexico border to asylum seekers in an effort to stem the flow of migrants into the country. The move raises questions about local implications, as Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and city officials prepare to welcome residents back to Gage Park facilities.