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Ruling to appoint special prosecutor on Chicago ICE action expected-media reports
A Cook County judge heard nearly two hours of arguments on April 24 and said she hopes to rule at a May 11 hearing on whether to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate the federal agents who carried out the Operation Midway Blitz sweep last fall, the Chicago Sun Times reported.
If you were stopped, detained, questioned, or otherwise impacted by the operation, please fill out this confidential intake form to help advocates document incidents and connect people to resources.
Dine in Solidarity
The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, Indivisible Lincoln Square, and the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce are partnering to support Latin immigrant-owned restaurants across Ravenswood. Through a year-long campaign and special “Spotlight Weekends,” neighbors are encouraged to dine in solidarity. Enjoy great food while supporting local businesses and entering to win gift cards.
From May 15-17, spend at least $25 (pre-tax/tip) at one of the featured restaurants and submit your receipt for a chance to win $50 in gift cards to other excellent immigrant-owned restaurants around: Falcon’s Handcrafted Sandwiches, Pollo Express, or Taqueria Primo Chuki’s.
Add to the Record: Operation Midway Blitz
Operation Midway Blitz impacted communities across Chicago last fall, with ongoing concerns about the conduct of federal agents. A coalition is now seeking a special prosecutor to investigate alleged crimes.
If you or someone you know reported being harmed during the operation, please complete this form to help document these incidents and support accountability efforts.
Indivisible Lincoln Square urges Springfield to invest in clean energy
Indivisible Lincoln Square is proud to announce that our steering committee has unanimously endorsed the Fossil Fuel Divestment Act currently under consideration in Springfield.
This legislation would require the state to divest public funds from fossil fuel companies and reinvest in clean energy, sustainable infrastructure, and community-centered climate solutions.
Thousands pack Grant Park as “No Kings” march floods Chicago Loop
Indivisible Lincoln Square activists were among the thousands of demonstrators who packed Grant Park’s Butler Field and marched a mile through the Loop on March 28 as part of the nationwide “No Kings” day of action opposing President Donald Trump’s administration.
Organizers led by Indivisible and a broad coalition staged family-friendly rallies across the Chicago area while speakers and signs demanded defense of democratic norms, an end to wars, and policies such as abolishing ICE.
Protect our community from chemical emergencies
Safety from toxic chemical emergencies is a core need for all families. But critical safeguards are under attack from the Trump administration.
Urge the EPA to protect communities from preventable tragedies, not to take away critical safeguards from families nationwide.
Help needed for the “No Kings Hands Off Chicago” rally on March 28
All hands on deck!
Indivisible Chicago needs your help with the No Kings Hands Off Chicago event scheduled for March 28 in Grant Park. Opportunities to volunteer include setup, cleanup, flyering, leading chants, tent check-in and more.
When: March 28, 1:30 PM CT
Where: Grant Park, Chicago
ILS backs Warren, O’Brien, Uniejewski and Kaegi in March primary
Indivisible Lincoln Square is proud to endorse Drake Warren for 10th District Cook County Commissioner; James O’Brien for 13th District State Representative; Nick Uniejewski for 6th District State Senator; and incumbent Fritz Kaegi as Cook County Assessor.
The Illinois general primary election will be held March 17.
Stand up for Science National Day of Action set for March 7
Science is for everyone — and benefits everyone! Chicago will join the Stand up for Science National Day of Action with a downtown rally on March 7.
Time: Saturday, March 7, 1-2:30 CST
Location: Federal Plaza, 230 S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60604
Sign up here
Housing affordability virtual panel set for March 4
Worried about housing affordability in Chicago? This issue is gaining prominence for good reason: nearly half of Chicago renters spend too much on rent and utilities. Indivisible Chicago-South Side is set to host a virtual panel discussion with Abundant Housing Illinois about causes and solutions.
Time: Wednesday, March 4, 7-8 pm CST
Location: Virtual. Join from anywhere
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Indivisible Lincoln Square needs you! Volunteer now
Volunteer to protect our democracy!
ILS is looking for new volunteers!
If you’ve ever wanted to get involved with ILS, the time is now. We need help with committees, events and spreading the word about the good work we do to push back against ICE and the authoritarian Trump regime.
Email us: at indivisible.lincoln.square@gmail.com
“Melt the ICE!” by joining the knitted red hat resistance
Here’s hoping the opposition will be seeing red at anti-authoritarian protests around the country. Knitters throughout the U.S. and beyond have hopped on the bandwagon to create red “Melt the Ice” hats in a sign of protest against ICE immigration raids. Proceeds are directed toward aiding immigrants.
How to help
Knitters can buy the pattern on the Ravelry knitting community site.
Local knit shop Knit 1, 3856 N. Lincoln, is collecting red hats for distribution through the end of February.
Indivisible Lincoln Square joins group urging Pritzker to opt out of Trump’s school voucher plan
Indivisible Lincoln Square on Jan. 27 joined a statewide coalition of organizations urging Gov. JB Pritzker to oppose the Trump Administration’s plan for a new federal school voucher program.
The coalition of 46 community, civil rights, good government, labor and faith-based organizations opposes the new federal legislation on the grounds that it diverts private dollars to public schools.
The federal voucher program, part of Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” “will do grave harm to the public good, in particular Illinois’ public schools, which serve nine out of ten of the children in our state,” attests the group, in its public letter to the governor.
State launches portal to report ‘Midway Blitz’ ICE abuses
The Illinois Accountability Commission has launched a new submission portal for individuals who witnessed misconduct by federal agents during the federal government’s “Operation Midway Blitz” from September 2025 through year end.
The IAC is an independent body established by the state to review federal law enforcement operations in Illinois. It will conduct public hearings and issue an interim report on its findings by Jan. 31, 2026.
Click here to submit information on ICE abuses to the commission.
Join Indivisible Chicago for a resistance sing-along
Feel like raising your voice?
Join Indivisible Chicago for an evening of socializing and resistance singing!
WHEN: Monday, Jan. 26, 6 - 9pm CST
WHERE: Atlantic Bar+Grill, 5062 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago 60625
Civic engagement film “Join or Die” to screen at Sultzer
The words “join or die” were made famous by a Colonial-era political cartoon calling for the American colonies to coalesce in the face of oppression. Fittingly, they are also the title of a 2023 documentary about the importance of community connections based on the work of political scientist Robert Putnam.
WHERE: Sulzer Regional Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue Chicago, IL 60625
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 31, 1 pm to 3 pm CST
ILS Connection Circles
Do you have a great idea for how to help our community but need a buddy to partner with? Are you eager to help but unsure how or where? Do you just need more time with like-minded people who can help you find a way to channel your nervous energy (aka rage)?
Join us as we launch Connection Circles - small group meetings where we’ll get to know each other, talk about a topic of interest and identify ways we can build stronger communities through political action.
Multiple dates and times are available. Please sign up for one slot only. Hosts will be in touch before the event to share the exact location and other details.
Click Read more for dates.
Curious about canvassing? We’ve got the answers!
To see the change we want, progressives must take back control of Congress. Congress can and should be fighting back against the authoritarian Trump regime.
Knocking on voters' doors and engaging them in one-on-one conversations is the single most effective way to win their vote.
Whether you've never canvassed or just need to shake off the rust, this live training class is for you. We show you what to expect; lead you through the process step-by-step; share tips accumulated over years of experience; and answer all your questions and concerns.
Go here to sign up.
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Say NO to Trump's Illegal War with Venezuela!
Join Indivisible in making calls to the Senate to reject Trump’s escalations in Venezuela.
On the night of January 2, Trump launched an attack that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Maduro. Now Trump has declared that the U.S. will “run” Venezuela and control oil production until a transition of power can take place. He is disregarding national sovereignty and forcing regime change, all without authorization from Congress and without citing evidence of a legitimate threat to the United States.
We need fast, meaningful outreach to Congress to prevent Trump’s continued power grab, escalating violence in the region, and putting US service members and civilians in danger unnecessarily. Congress must check this regime’s lawless violence, or there’s no telling where this will end. The Constitution states clearly that war powers belong to Congress—not the White House. Congress can immediately pass a War Powers Resolution that would mandate a halt to Trump’s military operations–and it’s important they act fast.
For how to contact your representatives, click on Read More
ICE out for good
From national Indivisible
Renee Nicole Good’s tragic death this week was not an isolated incident; over the past year federal agents have shot numerous people -- two in Portland just yesterday. Thirty-two have died in ICE custody. Many, many more have had their lives shattered by detention, family separation, and deportation.
We need more defiance at the state and local level. We need to target ICE’s funding at the federal level. And right now, we need to be in the streets shining a light on ICE’s pattern of unchecked violence, raising our voices to demand: ICE OUT FOR GOOD.
That’s why Indivisible and a broad coalition of partners are banding together for the nationwide ICE Out For Good Weekend of Action this Saturday and Sunday. We hope you’ll join us.
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