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Sazón de Illinois paints a rich, nuanced picture of the Illinois food scene, its entrepreneurs, and the neighborhoods they enliven. Each month, host Hugo Balta visits different neighborhoods to explore the personal stories of these Latino business owners/employees, often immigrants or children of immigrants, who embody the American dream, reflecting resilience, hard work, and a passion for contributing to Chicagoland’s diverse and inclusive community.
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Op-Ed: The People Who Built Chicago Deserve to Breathe
Pe Erre’s La Casa del Domino Highlights Puerto Rican Culture in Humboldt Park
Chicago’s First Environmental Justice Ordinance Faces Uncertain Future in City Council
Latino Communities Say ICE Presence is Changing How They Gather and Celebrate
‘Fun Day With Misa’ Brings Bilingual Storytelling to Chicago Kids
Chicago Youth Find Safety and Strength in Humboldt Park boxing Gym
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Chicago’s First Environmental Justice Ordinance Faces Uncertain Future in City Council
Beyond the Protests: How To Support Immigrant Communities Amidst ICE Raids
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