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Apr 18, 2024

Suburbs Slow to Apply for Migrant Aid From $20M Cook County Fund

The deadline for applications is Friday. And while there are more than 100 suburbs in the county that are eligible, only two have applied, including Oak Park and Ford Heights.

Apr 18, 2024

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, April 18, 2024 - Full Show

Cook County suburbs have until tomorrow to apply for funds set aside for migrant assistance. Exploring the health impacts of food deserts. And why repairing Chicago sidewalks may not be as straightforward as you think.

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Apr 18, 2024

As Illinois Launches ‘New Stores in Food Deserts’ Grant Program, Local Groups Work to Fill the Gaps

A city report found 29% of Latinos in Chicago are experiencing food insecurity. Not only do families struggle to access enough food, but finding nutritious foods to stay healthy can also be more difficult.

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Apr 12, 2024

Advocates Push for Expanded Work Permits for Long-Term Undocumented Immigrants

“Here to Work” advocates say extending legal work permits to long-term undocumented residents will help unite communities, stabilize the workforce and promote fair wages. Opponents argue that could come at a cost to taxpayers and drive down wages for legal citizens.

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Apr 12, 2024

Suicide Rates Rising Among Black and Latino Chicagoans, Study Finds

Mental health resources and early intervention can play a crucial role in preventing suicides, but researchers say those services are becoming harder to access.

Apr 11, 2024

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, April 11, 2024 - Full Show

Johnson is preparing to call on City Council for additional funds for migrant care. What’s behind increasing suicide rates among Black and Latino Chicagoans. And grab your popcorn — the Chicago Latino Film Festival kicks off today.

Apr 11, 2024

Chicago Latino Film Festival Celebrates 40 Years

This year’s lineup includes 50 feature films and 35 short films from artists in Latin America, the U.S., Spain and Portugal.

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Apr 5, 2024

Chicago Has Recorded 56 Cases of Measles This Year, More Than Half of the National Total

The Chicago Department of Public Health says they are fighting the spread through testing and vaccinations — particularly in the Pilsen migrant shelter where the majority of cases are emerging.

Apr 4, 2024

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, April 4, 2024 - Full Show

What Chicago is doing to combat a spike in measles cases. Everything you need to know about the solar eclipse that’s just days away. And a Venezuelan artist captures his journey to America.

Apr 4, 2024

Venezuelan Migrant Depicts His Journey to Chicago in Series of Paintings

Last year, a Belmont Cragin pastor opened his church’s doors to house a group of migrants who were sleeping at a police station. One of the men has now created a series of paintings describing his journey to America. His artwork will be on display this weekend.

Mar 29, 2024

Examining Donald Trump’s Support Among Latinos in Light of a New Poll

According to a poll by The New York Times and Siena College, Hispanic voters could be favoring former President Donald J. Trump over President Joe Biden in the upcoming presidential election, but sample size limits exact conclusions about the support. 

Mar 29, 2024

It’s Increasingly Difficult for Bilingual Parents to Raise Bilingual Children, Research on Chicago Spanish Speakers Finds

Research shows it’s becoming harder for bilingual speakers to raise bilingual children — but also points to factors that can improve opportunities for Spanish development.

Mar 28, 2024

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, March 28, 2024 - Full Show

An effort to require the mayor’s office to publicly track how many migrants are evicted from Chicago shelters. A new poll shows Donald Trump’s support is growing among Latino voters. And exploring the role the Spanish language plays in Latino culture.

Mar 28, 2024

‘This is a Beautiful Way to Meditate’: Little Village Pastor Reflects on Stations of the Cross

On Friday, many Catholics will gather for the annual Stations of the Cross ceremony to mark Good Friday ahead of Sunday’s Easter holiday.

Mar 22, 2024

After Illinois Supreme Court Loss, Jesse Reyes Reflects on Latino Representation on the Bench

The campaign highlighted the lack of Latino representation on the state’s top court — which has long been a concern of many in the Latino legal community and beyond.