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Sixty-five percent of Chicagoans think the Trump administration’s recent federal immigration enforcement activities have “gone too far,” according to results from a survey commissioned by the Mansueto Institute for Urban Innovation and conducted by NORC as part of the University of Chicago’s ChicagoSpeaks panel.
But Chicagoans were sharply divided on enforcement — and the city’s sanctuary status — by race, income and age.
The strongest opposition to federal enforcement and support for the city’s sanctuary policy was among people who were white, wealthier and living on the city’s North Side, the survey found.
Read the full story from the Tribune’s A.D. Quig.
Here are the top stories you need to know to start your day, including how a Tribune investigation into hospitals’ use of guardianship system inspired a new bill, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams talks about his viral Jumpman throw and why Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey were in Chicago this week.
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Venezuela war powers resolution fails in Senate as 2 Republicans bow to Trump pressure
Senate Republicans voted to dismiss a war powers resolution yesterday that would have limited President Donald Trump’s ability to conduct further attacks on Venezuela after two GOP senators reversed course on supporting the legislation.
Trump put intense pressure on five Republican senators who joined with Democrats to advance the resolution last week and ultimately prevailed in heading off passage of the legislation. Two of the Republicans — Sens. Josh Hawley of Missouri and Todd Young of Indiana — flipped under the pressure.
US Rep. Robin Kelly launches long-shot impeachment of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem over deportation tactics
Alleging violations of the U.S. Constitution and federal law during the chaotic and at times violent immigration crackdowns in Chicago and Minneapolis, U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly and roughly 70 Democratic colleagues yesterday moved to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, a largely symbolic move as Republicans maintain a narrow House majority.
Family of Minnesota ICE shooting victim hires Chicago law firm to investigate killing
The prominent civil rights firm, which will be co-representing Renee Good’s family alongside a Minneapolis attorney, will be launching a “civil investigation” into the Jan. 7 shooting, it stated, noting “transparency is essential in this case of national importance.”
Rick Garcia, leading Chicago gay rights activist, dies at 69: ‘He was relentless’
Rick Garcia successfully pushed to have anti-gay attacks in Chicago classified as hate crimes. He spearheaded campaigns that banned discrimination against LGBTQ people in the city, county and state. And he helped lead the push to legalize gay marriage in Illinois.
Tribune investigation into hospitals’ use of guardianship system inspires new bill
A Tribune investigation into some Chicago-area hospitals’ questionable use of the state’s guardianship system has resurrected legislation that would exclude private entities from being appointed as guardians in such cases.
Trump Truth Store to reopen in Crystal Lake after summer shutdown amid eviction threat
After closing under threat of eviction six months ago, the controversial Trump Truth Store is reopening in a new location — a larger venue, which will offer even more MAGA-themed merchandise as well as recreational and social activities designed to bring together like-minded Trumpites.
Caleb Williams creates viral moment with Jumpman throw, but ‘I’m kind of used to it,’ Chicago Bears QB says
Caleb Williams not only kept the Chicago Bears’ playoff run alive with a fourth-quarter, fourth-down completion to Rome Odunze, he created a viral moment: the Jumpman pass.
- Bears CB Kyler Gordon — with ‘tough times’ hopefully in the past — makes a timely return
- 5 things we learned from the Bears, including not wanting to rely on rally mode against the LA Rams
Marcus Freeman says Notre Dame must ‘leave no doubt’ in future CFP discussions — and addresses NFL rumors
Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman spoke with reporters yesterday for the first time since the Irish were left out of the College Football Playoff. He touched on multiple topics, including addressing some big additions through the transfer portal. Here are six things Freeman said.
Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey made a secret stop at the Art Institute
The sexiest man alive and the blond star of “Wicked” apparently made a stealth visit to the Art Institute of Chicago to promote an upcoming production of “Sunday in the Park with George” — in London.
Free admission: Make the most of Chicago museums’ free days for residents
Sure, Chicago has world-class museums and institutions. You’re always meaning to go. But admission fees rack up quickly — especially for families. One of the perks of living in Illinois is free days for residents. Here’s a roundup to plan your calendar, along with other opportunities to experience culture on the cheap.
