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Asylum-seekers’ long wait for work permits: ‘It feels terrible, especially because I’m used to working’

Most migrants must wait 150 days after filing for asylum to apply for a work permit and can’t get that until their application has been pending at least 30 days, often longer.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 25, 2023

Triathlon training program aims to level playing field for young Chicagoans

Breakthrough Urban Ministries and Live Grit Soars focus on bringing the sport of triathlon to West Side kids who can’t access it. The triathletes will be racing this Saturday in the Kids Tri Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 22, 2023

Fired up: Chicago pitmasters putting a culturally creative spin on barbecue

Pop-up chefs are putting a creative spin on all things smoked and grilled by reinterpreting classic dishes and their fixings through a globally inspired lens.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 22, 2023

Hear the buzz: S&C Electric brings new pollinator garden to Rogers Park

On the northwest corner of S&C Electric Co.’s 46-acre campus, the garden features 45 plant species and serves as a safe haven for birds, butterflies and bees.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 18, 2023

Sam Smith delivers a sultry dose of razzle-dazzle in United Center show

“This show tonight is about freedom. So, let go, have fun, make some friends, sing, dance, take your tops off if you must,” Smith declared.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 16, 2023

Powerhouse Chicago Chef Dominique Leach giving it her all on Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’

The chef/owner of Lexington Betty’s Smokehouse serves up her unique style of barbecue while competing on the cable channel series.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 15, 2023

Migrants who slept in tents after being kicked out of shelter have found a new home

Eight members of the Leon and Castro families had lived outdoors since being locked out of a shelter Saturday. The city has moved them to the Inn of Chicago in Streeterville.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 15, 2023

Migrant families kicked out of Rogers Park motel for missing curfew are sleeping in tents

Alejandra Leon said city officials haven’t reached out about relocating her and her children. Two families have slept outdoors since Saturday afternoon.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 15, 2023

South Holland, possibly the last dry town in Illinois, now allows alcohol sales at restaurants

A pancake house will soon offer mimosas on its breakfast menu.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 12, 2023

Gunman critically wounded in struggle over weapon with officer in Far South Side

The shooting happened around 5:30 p.m. near 111th Street and Racine Avenue.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 12, 2023