Illinois congressman forgoes reelection with eyebrow-raising move to place chief of staff on ballot

U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia confirmed Thursday that he won’t seek a fifth term, days after the Illinois Democrat backed a ...

Commentary: Fear of ICE is stealing the simple moments in my Chicago neighborhood

The environment around my daughter’s predominantly Latino school has changed: The vendors are gone and the playground is ...

US Rep. Jesús ‘Chuy’ García defends insider move that cleared path for top staffer to enter Congress

U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García on Wednesday defended his decision to quietly drop his bid for a fifth term in Congress and ...

Mexican Americans balance tradition and modernity in Day of the Dead celebrations

This weekend, Mexican American families across the U.S. will gather to honor their ancestors with altars, marigolds and sugar skulls on Dia de los Muertos — the Day of the Dead. In recent years, ...