The Brief
- The Evanston City Council approved changes to its ordinance limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
- Evanston, like Chicago, made the changes in the wake of the election victory of President-elect Donald Trump, who has called for mass deportations.
- The city said it will still comply with a valid criminal warrant.
EVANSTON, Ill. – The Evanston City Council added protections to its ordinance limiting police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
Welcoming City Ordinance
What we know:
The council approved updates to its so-called Welcoming City Ordinance on Monday which officials said in a statement will “reinforce [the city’s] dedication and ensure protections are in place for all who live, work and thrive in Evanston.”
The city said such changes are meant to uphold its “value of community trust and safety.”…