Johnson delivers opening remarks at committee hearing: 'We do not harbor criminals'
Mayor Brandon Johnson testifies during a House hearing on Chicago's sanctuary city status.
Comer slams Chicago's sanctuary laws in fiery opening statement
The House Committee Chairman called sanctuary cities "dangerous" in a bold opening statement.
Immigration testimony: Lawmakers, activists speak ahead of committee hearing
An Illinois representative, along with other activists and lawmakers, spoke to the media ahead of a congressional hearing in DC, where Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is set to testify.
Illinois lawmaker: "Immigrants make our community stronger'
Rep. Delia Ramirez delivered remarks ahead of Chicago Mayor Brandon's testimony in D.C.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson testifies in front of House committee
Brandon Johnson testified before Congress on Wednesday regarding Chicago's sanctuary city policies.
Brandon Johnson to testify about Chicago's sanctuary city status
Mayor Brandon Johnson will testify before Congress today regarding Chicago's sanctuary city policies.
ACLU of Illinois: Hearing on sanctuary cities is about 'much more than immigration policy'
The ACLU of Illinois issued a statement ahead of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's testimony before the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform in Washington, D.C.
Chicago restaurant owner says deportation fears impacting business
Laura Gutierrez-Ramos, owner of Nuevo Leon Restaurant in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood, says her business has suffered as customers have chosen to stay inside their homes out of fear of increased immigration enforcement.
Debate over Chicago's sanctuary policies intensifies as federal lawmakers seek answers from Mayor Johnson
Chicago’s sanctuary city policy dates back to 1985 when then-Mayor Harold Washington enacted protections for undocumented residents. The ordinance has since been updated by multiple mayors, including Brandon Johnson.
Debate over Chicago's sanctuary policies intensifies as federal lawmakers seek answers
Chicago’s sanctuary city policy dates back to 1985 when then-Mayor Harold Washington enacted protections for undocumented residents. The ordinance has since been updated by multiple mayors, including Brandon Johnson.
How Chicago has managed the migrant influx: A deep dive before Johnson’s congressional hearing
Ahead of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's testimony in Washington, D.C., here’s a detailed look at migrant arrivals and key developments in the city and suburbs since 2022.
Chicago mayor to be ‘held accountable’ for sanctuary policies in Capitol Hill hearing, GOP reps say
Congressional Republicans on the House Oversight Committee produced a video previewing a hearing this week aimed at scrutinizing big city mayors, including Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, and their immigration policies.
Arrest warrant issued for migrant gang member in Chicago accused of murder, sexual assault
The arrest warrant for Colmenares is now in connection with the kidnapping and sexual assault of his former girlfriend, which occurred last October in Chicago.
Chicago mayor to be ‘held accountable’ for sanctuary policies in Capitol Hill hearing, GOP reps say
House Republicans are hyping up this week's hearing with Mayor Brandon Johnson and others to question them about sanctuary policies.
Chicago is considered a ‘sanctuary city,’ but what does that mean?
Chicago is widely considered a "sanctuary city," but what does that mean for how local police handle immigration cases?
From Trump's electoral win to now: Chicago's sanctuary city status tested amid ICE arrests
Since President Trump returned to the White House, his administration has moved swiftly to enact a large-scale immigration enforcement agenda, with Chicago emerging as a key battleground.
Why is Brandon Johnson testifying before Congress?
Mayor Brandon Johnson will appear before Congress along with three other mayors to defend Chicago's status as a sanctuary city.
What to know about Chicago and Illinois' battle over sanctuary city lawsuit
The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Illinois and Chicago, arguing that their immigration policies interfere with federal enforcement efforts.
Trump administration sues Illinois and Chicago over immigration policies
The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Illinois and Chicago, arguing that their immigration policies interfere with federal enforcement efforts.
DOJ sues Illinois and Chicago over immigration policies
The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Illinois and Chicago, arguing that their immigration policies interfere with federal enforcement efforts.