115 artworks by nearly 30 artists examine the causes and effects of Lithuanian immigration to Chicago from 1918 to 1991 and mirror some of today’s struggles, immigration and deportation issues in today’s United States.
Author Archives: Robin Sluzas
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Lopez calls for unity, safety amid immigration concerns
The alderman talked about misidentification of government officials at a public school and the possibility of moving forward with a revised proposed amendment to the Welcoming City ordinance about city cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement and more.
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Businesses brace after hemp sales banned in 13th, 23rd wards
Chicago’s 13th and 23rd wards banned unregulated hemp sales, citing safety risks, sparking tension between businesses and public officials.
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Aldermen divided over sanctuary protections for felons
Aldermen Raymond Lopez (15th) and Silvana Tabares (23rd) sent a letter to City Clerk Ana Valencia on Jan. 7, seeking to expedite a vote on their changes to Chicago’s Welcoming City Ordinance. By a 39 to 11 vote, aldermen rejected the amendment that would have increased the city’s ability to cooperate with the U.S. Department […]
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Lopez showcases new gunshot detection system
Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) held a live demonstration of a proposed gunshot technology pilot program between the City of Chicago and Alarm.com subsidiary Shooter Detection Systems at Davis Square Park on Monday, Jan. 13. “This is a great day for the City of Chicago and a great day for public safety,” Lopez said. “Today, we […]
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Southwest Side leaders slam ‘back-door taxes’
Chicago’s $17.1 billion 2025 budget narrowly passed the City Council on Monday, Dec. 16, following contentious debates over tax increases and debt restructuring. Southwest Side aldermen Silvana Tabares (23rd), Raymond Lopez (15th), and Marty Quinn (13th) criticized the budget for what they termed a “back-door” tax burden on residents. Despite no increase in property taxes, middle management and […]
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Lopez seeks better event safety after New Orleans tragedy
A New Year’s Day attack by a lone wolf terrorist in New Orleans, which killed 15 people, prompted a Chicago alderman to call for the city to improve the quality of barrier protection during upcoming 2025 City of Chicago events. On Jan. 2, Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th) called for the City of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs […]
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Ald. Lopez wants probe of election fraud allegation involving Mayor Johnson’s top advisor
In a letter to City of Chicago Inspector General Deborah Witzburg, Alderman Raymond Lopez (15th) requested an immediate formal investigation into alleged election fraud by Jason Lee, a senior advisor to Mayor Brandon Johnson. Lee, allegedly residing in Texas, is accused of voting in the 2024 general election in Texas while also maintaining a residence […]
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Budget vote delayed; council pushes back on tax hikes
Not wanting to risk a “no” vote on his latest budget proposal to the Chicago City Council, Mayor Brandon Johnson pushed another round of budget talks to Monday, Dec. 16. With the Dec. 31 budget agreement deadline closing fast, Ald. Marty Quinn (13th) believes, as of Friday’s meeting cancellation, that the mayor’s Monday proposal will […]
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Poll shows city residents oppose tax hikes, criticize spending on migrants
An online survey of 801 general election voters conducted by Change Research from Nov. 18-21 revealed a snapshot of Chicagoans’ opinions on budget negotiations, property taxes, and city spending. The poll, which had a modeled margin of error of 3.7%, explored topics ranging from politician favorability to spending priorities and Chicago’s sanctuary city policies. The […]