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Housing Crisis Helps Grow Chicago's Population

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Chicago's population is once again on the rise - thanks to the recent housing crisis.

Court OKs Hartmarx Sale to British Firm

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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The roughly 3,500 employees of a Chicago-based menswear maker are breathing easier. A federal court has approved a sale of Hartmarx Corp. to owners who say they’ll keep most of the company intact.

Mexican Consulate Defends Worker Rights

Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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Mexicans in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin who’re getting shorted on their paychecks may have an easier time getting help. The Mexican government is launching a labor-rights service out of its consulate in Chicago. We report from our West Side bureau.

Immigrants to Obama: Legalize All Workers

Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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Supporters of immigrant rights marched Friday afternoon in Chicago despite drizzle and fears of swine flu.

Nuns Win More Access to Immigrant Detainees

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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Some Chicago-area religious workers are celebrating a victory. They’ve been fighting for more than two years for access to immigrants in a federal detention center in west suburban Broadview.

Alderman Plans to Withdraw Car-Towing Bill

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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The Chicago City Council on Wednesday was expected to approve a crackdown on driving with a suspended license. But the alderman who authored the measure says he’s withdrawing it until he can address questions from WBEZ about its effects on some immigrants.

Sheriff’s Office Helps Immigration Agents

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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Dozens of U.S. municipalities have declared themselves sanctuaries for undocumented immigrants. A Cook County declaration bans the Sheriff’s Office from assisting with an investigation of someone’s immigration status. The stated goals are to build trust in local law enforcement and encourage immigrants to help fight domestic violence, drug trafficking and even terrorism. But almost two years since the sanctuary declaration passed, immigration agents are still getting assistance from the Sheriff’s Office.

Suburban Mayoral Results Please Immigrants

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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Immigrant advocates are excited about results of some Chicago-area mayoral races. In north suburban Waukegan, Democratic Mayor Richard Hyde lost to independent Robert Sabonjian Jr.

Related: Voters reject tax hikes for several school districts

Study: Taxi-Driver Income a Pittance

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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A new study finds that Chicago taxi drivers make a lot less than you may think and that they work more hours than most people. Cabbies hope the results will refuel a debate about meter fares, which the city hasn’t boosted since 2005.

Chicago Democrat Pushes Obama on Immigration

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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A Democratic Congressman from Chicago on Friday tried to turn up the heat on President Obama to help reform the nation’s immigration laws. We report from our West Side bureau.