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Lionel Messi Reportedly Headlining All-Star Soccer Group in Chicago
February 22, 2013 | by HS News Staff
Several Chicago publications, including Crain’s Chicago Business that broke the story, are indicating soccer super-star could be in the Windy City on July 6 to headline an all-star group of players. continue reading »
Chicago Local Theatrical Treasure ‘Halcyon’ to Honor Henry Godinez in Its ‘Night of Flight’
February 18, 2013 | by Estelle Gonzales Walgreen
Chicago’s local theatrical treasure, Halcyon, is planning on honoring Henry Godinez at its ‘Night of Flight’ celebration. continue reading »
Buddha Sculptures Arrive in Chicago’s Latino Neighborhoods Promoting Peace
February 18, 2013 | by HS News Staff
This month residents in Chicago’s Hispanic communities will notice Buddha sculptures emerging in various locations throughout the neighborhoods. continue reading »
Illinois Woman Arrested for Selling Fraudulent Identity Documents
February 16, 2013 | by HS News Staff
A woman was arrested Wednesday on charges she allegedly sold fraudulent identity documents to illegal aliens. These charges resulted from an investigation conducted by U.S. Immigration and Custom continue reading »
Latin King 2nd in Command Sentenced to 40 Years on RICO
February 11, 2013 | by HS News Staff
The second highest-ranking leader nationwide of the Latin Kings street gang was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison after being convicted at trial in 2011 of racketeering conspiracy (RICO) and related charges continue reading »
Hispanic Health: Can Salsa Dancing Improve Latino Seniors Health?
February 11, 2013 | by HS News Staff
David Marquez has received a four-year, $1.7 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to see if a four-month instructional dance program for Latino seniors can improve their level of physical activity — and with it, their balance and mobility and cognitive function. continue reading »
Jim Avila Will be ABC/Univision New White House Correspondent
February 7, 2013 | by HS News Staff
Former Chicago anchor, Jim Avila, has just been named ABC/Univision News White House correspondent. continue reading »
GOP Tone Important in First House Judiciary Hearing of the 113th Congress
February 5, 2013 | by HS News Staff
Rep. Luis V. Gutierrez (D-IL) participated in his first hearing since rejoining the House Judiciary Committee and the topic was right up his alley: America's Immigration System: Opportunities for Legal Immigration and Enforcement of Laws against Illegal Immigration. Gutierrez said the fact that the first hearing of the full Judiciary Committee was on immigration was a sign that the Republicans are changing their tune on the issue continue reading »
Rep. Gutierrez and Sen. Durbin Meet In Chicago With Community Leaders on Immigration Reform
February 4, 2013 | by HS News Staff
Today, Rep. Luis V. Gutierrez (D-IL) participated in a community forum in Chicago hosted by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) at the Instituto del Progreso Latino, in the Congressman's district. The forum brought together leaders from a cross section of Chicago-area constituencies to update them and discuss progress being made in the House and Senate towards comprehensive immigration reform. continue reading »
Tell Senators Dick Durbin and Mark Kirk: Support Real Immigration Reform, Including Citizenship
January 28, 2013 | by HS News Staff
Our current immigration laws are a disaster. Today, over 11 million immigrants live in the United States without the full protection of our legal system or a framework that would provide them with a path to participate in our democracy. The time is now for real immigration reform that keeps families together, protects immigrants from violence and discrimination, and provides immigrants who are living in America and contributing to our society a pathway to citizenship. continue reading »
Illinois Path to Granting Driver’s Licenses to Undocumented Took 15-Years
January 28, 2013 | by HS News Staff
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signed into law a measure that will allow driver's licenses to be issued to some 250,000 undomumented immigrants. continue reading »
Mexican Man Brings Fresh Juice Concept to Chicago Commuters
January 23, 2013 | by HS News Staff
The Mexican Jose Torres arrived in the United States undocumented and unable to speak English, but after 15 years he is an outstanding student, works in the Chicago Archdiocese and is getting ready to open a second store for selling juices and natural foods in another of the city's train stations. continue reading »
Hundreds March in Chicago Demanding End to Deportations
January 22, 2013 | by HS News Staff
Hundreds of people braved Chicago's cold winter weather Monday to go into the streets to demand of Barack Obama, on the day of the president's second inauguration, that he immediately decree a moratorium on deportations. continue reading »
Chicago Police Seize Over 400 Guns in First Three Weeks of the Year
January 22, 2013 | by HS News Staff
Today, Chicago Police announced nearly 450 deadly firearms have been taken off the streets to date. continue reading »
Immigrant Advocates Hold Inauguration Day March to Stop Deportations
January 21, 2013 | by HS News Staff
On January 21st, Inauguration day and Martin Luther King Day, families of those recently targeted in immigration raids are calling for a March and rally for a moratorium on deportations in Chicago. continue reading »
