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Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, Feb. 6, 2025 - Full Show

The Trump administration is targeting Illinois over its protections for undocumented immigrants. And how deportations could affect Illinois’ farming industry.

Illinois Farm Workers, Consumers on Alert Amid Mass Deportation Threats

Undocumented immigrants account for 16% of America’s food supply chain, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that 42% of farm workers are lacking legal immigration status.

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How Trump’s Proposed Tariffs on Mexican Imports Could Impact Businesses, Consumers

Fears are heightening over the potential of a new trade war and its possible impact across the country. President Donald Trump has agreed to a temporary pause on the 25% tariffs he is proposing on goods from Mexico and Canada — the country’s two largest trading partners.

Chicago Immigrant Advocates Push for Increased Protections as Trump Administration Targets the City

Increased immigration raids have been reported across the country. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, also known as ICE, confirmed nearly 1,200 arrests on Sunday. Approximately 100 people have been detained by federal officials in the Chicago area, according to the Chicago Police Department.

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Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, Jan. 30, 2025 - Full Show

The impact immigration raids are having on local businesses. And the stability of federal funding going forward for local nonprofits.

Some Illinois Nonprofits Face Uncertain Future After Trump’s Attempted Federal Funding Freeze

The freeze threatened to hold up trillions of dollars in funding for basic government functions like health care, infrastructure and support for children and veterans.

Business Owners in Little Village, Back of the Yards Say Sales Declining Amid Fears of ICE Raids

Latino neighborhoods in Chicago are on edge amid increased reports of immigration raids by federal law enforcement agents.

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Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, Jan. 23, 2025 - Full Show

How officials are preparing immigrants as deportation threats loom. Mexico launches an app to help people facing deportation. And the debate over ending birthright citizenship.

Deputy Mayor Pledges to Protect Chicago’s Undocumented Immigrant Communities

Chicago’s immigrant communities are preparing for the worst amid President Donald Trump’s promises of mass deportation for undocumented immigrants.

Mexican Government Launches App to Help People Facing Deportation

The app is designed to provide resources and to alert relatives, lawyers and officials at the nearest consulate when someone is being detained or deported.

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, Jan. 16, 2025 - Full Show

Local activists share plans to demonstrate on Inauguration Day. Two Chicago colleges are offering free tuition. And conservation efforts aimed at protecting monarch butterflies.

Roosevelt University, UIC Launch Free Tuition Programs for Low-Income Students

Low-income Illinoisans feeling the weight of college tuition might soon get a bit of a relief.

Activists to Protest Outside Chicago’s Trump Tower on Inauguration Day

The People’s March for Justice is part of a national coalition fighting against the goals of the incoming administration.

Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, Jan. 9, 2025 - Full Show

Some alderpeople push to weaken Chicago’s sanctuary city ordinance. And we explore why a Pilsen church is moving its masses online.

Pilsen Church ‘Not Going to Be Sitting Ducks,’ Moves Spanish Services Online Amid Deportation Fears

As Inauguration Day approaches, President-elect Donald Trump’s declaration to launch the “largest deportation operation in American history” is spreading fear across immigrant communities around the country.