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A national scholarship program is accepting applications through February 28th to help immigrant students attend college, regardless of their immigration status. Over 12 years, TheDream.US has already awarded more than 12,000 scholarships to students pursuing their American dream.
Capgemini is selling its US subsidiary after employees and the public pushed back against its contract helping track immigrants. The decision shows how corporate accountability can lead to meaningful change.
A federal appeals court ruled that immigrants living in America for years deserve a chance at bond hearings, rejecting a policy that would have separated families and strained communities. The decision protects people like Ricardo Barbosa, who was detained after living in the US for over 20 years.
Nearly 20,000 Americans now call Mexico City home, transforming the capital into a creative culinary hub that celebrates cross-border culture. The immigration story nobody talks about is writing a delicious new chapter.
Pope Leo XIV, America's first Pope, celebrated the nation's 250th anniversary by urging Americans to remember their immigrant roots and commitment to freedom. Speaking from the Vatican, he honored the founding principles that made America a beacon of hope for millions.
A new podcast is flipping the script on immigration stories by celebrating culture, creativity, and the unexpected connections that unite us all. Freedom to Thrive proves immigrants are far more than their struggles.
The US Supreme Court just secured American citizenship for hundreds of thousands of children born to immigrant families, bringing relief to Indian families who waited years for green cards. Six-year-old Aanya and kids like her can now grow up knowing their American citizenship is protected.
A federal judge struck down Trump administration restrictions that left thousands of immigrants from 39 countries in legal limbo for over six months. The ruling restores access to asylum decisions, green cards, work permits, and citizenship applications.
Michigan is making immigration a cornerstone of its economic future after decades of population decline cost the state federal seats and jobs. Immigrants already drive 60% of population growth and fill critical gaps in healthcare, tech, and manufacturing.
Germany, once home to millions who fled poverty for America, now welcomes over 30% of its population with immigrant roots. The nation that Benjamin Franklin once feared would refuse to integrate has become one of Europe's most diverse immigration destinations.
Maine just became one of the first states to protect immigrant families across schools, healthcare facilities, and housing with sweeping privacy laws. The new measures aim to build trust between immigrant communities and public services.
Two Virginia counties with century-long growth streaks would be losing population today without immigrants. New data reveals immigration is powering nearly 90% of the state's population growth and keeping its economy humming.
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A Polish immigrant who defied her father and became one of the 1920s' most beloved authors is experiencing a literary renaissance. Anzia Yezierska's powerful stories about immigrant women are finding new readers a century later.
While most of Europe tightens immigration controls, Spain is opening its doors wider with a historic amnesty that could legalize half a million undocumented workers. The country is betting that welcoming immigrants will fuel its booming economy.
Costa Rica ranked sixth worldwide for immigrant happiness and leads Latin America in well-being, despite placing 44th overall among 82 countries for immigration destinations. The country's strong healthcare, environmental protection, and community focus continue drawing people seeking quality of life over higher salaries.
A California program sends volunteer attorneys to immigration courts to help people who can't afford legal representation. The free assistance helps immigrants understand complex legal proceedings where having a lawyer can make the difference in their case outcomes.
An Eastern European immigrant asked Americans to explain their famous friendliness. The wholesome responses reveal what makes American culture uniquely welcoming.
Immigrant families in Florida are creating thriving businesses that have become community landmarks, from a three-generation Cuban café to a Latin grocery store that drives 400 miles for authentic ingredients. Their stories challenge the narrative that immigrants drain resources. ##
A groundbreaking study of 11,500 neighborhoods across America found that areas with growing undocumented immigrant populations saw property crimes and assaults fall, not rise. The research challenges widespread assumptions and reveals what's really happening in communities nationwide.
Hundreds of Minneapolis residents rallied downtown to protect their immigrant neighbors, peacefully outnumbering a small anti-immigrant group and sending them home within an hour. The community-led response showed how everyday people can stand up for their values without violence.
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