DePaul Center for Journalism Integrity & Excellence

Sanctuary Restaurants Offer Support to Employees, But Little Protection

May 22, 2018 | DePaul’s Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence

Chicago has dozens of “sanctuary restaurants,” but like “sanctuary city,” the term is not a legal designation. So what exactly does it mean?

Since coming to the U.S. a decade ago, Alejandra Duran-Arreola is on the cusp of becoming a doctor.

DACA Repeal Puts Med Students in Murky Waters

Nov 30, 2017 | DePaul’s Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence

The possibility of a DACA repeal, its impact on the Illinois health system and the future of medical students: A special report from DePaul University’s Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence.

In Illinois, Marijuana Laws Struggle to Keep Up With Times

Jul 11, 2017 | DePaul’s Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence

As legislators in Springfield debate the future of marijuana, some believe there is a major disconnect between Illinois’ laws and shifting public opinion.

Chicago Gun Offender Registry Called Into Question

May 4, 2017 | DePaul’s Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence

With the city’s mounting gun violence, some remain skeptical about the effectiveness of a little-known city ordinance called the Gun Offender Registry. A special report from DePaul University's Center for Journalism Integrity and Excellence.