In the face of a Trump administration directive to investigate state and local officials who don’t toe the line on the president’s orders on immigration, Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon ...
The governor's announcement came as manufacturer The Will Group launched its factory expansion in North Lawndale.
Many leaders say their policies to limit local cooperation with federal immigration officials stand. But signs of division have emerged.
State and local officials gathered Thursday morning on Chicago's West Side to announce a grant program to support businesses owned by historically underrepresented populations and small businesses.
As a progressive freshman mayor, Johnson’s challenge now is to stand up for Chicago’s large immigrant community while also navigating the risks of antagonizing Trump.