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It's been difficult for us, and even more so for those we serve. The threat of deportations has made people afraid to come to our store for needed items, so we're shifting to mobile operations. I decided to focus on this full-time after seeing a four-month-old baby living outside a police station. One refugee mentioned her son waits for other kids to leave school, fearing ICE agents. Our storefront relies on community donations, providing everything from clothes to food. We offer support beyond material goods, also aiding in job searches. These things are hard to get when you're focused on finding a place to live. We're currently packing up due to the location being sold and need community help to continue. We're seeking a donated store space, even a church basement. We aim to expand to offer English classes and legal support. When you learn about someone's life, it's harder to be judgmental.

This past weekend, I met with farm workers affected by mass deportations. Many women shared heartbreaking stories of their husbands being taken during traffic stops and deported without understanding the forms they signed, leaving families shattered. I spoke to two 11-year-old boys, one who had spoken to his father in Mexico and was heartbroken, and another who hadn’t yet communicated with his dad and was in tears. These workers, who have toiled for decades, often without any criminal records, are now living in fear. This situation not only devastates families but also impacts farmers and food prices. Mass deportations mean real suffering—families are torn apart, and children are left without their parents. It’s a tragic reality.

There's concern about food shortages in our community, particularly at the Bimbo Bakery factory in central Illinois, which is usually busy. This factory operates 24/7, but today, the parking lot is nearly empty during shift change, which is unusual. Typically, there would be a lot of cars, and the factory would be producing items like English muffins. The lack of activity raises alarms about potential food supply issues in the coming months.

Speaker 0 describes immediate immigration enforcement activity in their neighborhood, noting: “It's not even noon, and ICE has already kidnapped five of my neighbors.” They add that they responded to an incident where they believe “a whole family was taken with children.” The speaker emphasizes the scale of federal presence, asserting, “There are more federal agents in Minnesota than we have of the Saint Paul and Minneapolis police combined.” Community response is highlighted as neighbors take action in support of those affected. They report neighbors “standing in front of known targeted businesses, helping escort workers home.” To address ongoing disruption to everyday life, the speaker announces the launch of a mutual aid effort: “Today, I'm kicking off one of our first mutual aid grocery runs in my neighborhood.” The aim is to assist, since workers “have been pulled over time and time again, attempting to make deliveries to families that are too afraid to even go grocery shopping.” The speaker also points to growing concerns about enforcement activity in public spaces. They describe “troubling trends where HSI and ICE agents are rolling into, city owned parking lots like our libraries rec centers and our SPPD parking lots.” In response to these incidents, they urge residents to take action by reporting what they see: “If you see this, please record it to the best of your ability and submit to the Ward 5 office.” They promise practical guidance for reporting by noting, “I'll drop the email in the comment below.”

The mayor of Tremont City expresses shame over the lawlessness and influx of migrants, particularly Haitians, in the area. He fears for his family's safety due to unlicensed drivers and accidents. He emphasizes it's not about race, but about upholding the law, and trusts Trump to handle the issue. A local police chief says the Haitian population has exploded and the accidents could be prevented if laws were enforced. The village is unable to sustain the influx of immigrants. Another village official describes issues with unlicensed drivers, illegal U-turns, and migrants driving on the wrong side of the road. Residents feel unsafe and avoid shopping locally. The city court is allegedly dismissing tickets for migrants due to interpreter issues. Another local resident says a shortage of housing has occurred, with landlords tripling rent by renting rooms to multiple families. Healthcare has been impacted, with pregnant women being dropped off at clinics. He accuses the city of a "stand down order" regarding towing unlicensed drivers' vehicles. He believes the Biden administration's policies have made every city a border town and that voters should consider their safety and financial stability when choosing a candidate. He trusts Trump more than Harris on this issue.

Mercado Latino appears deserted, resembling a ghost town, especially during lunch hours. About 30% of local businesses closed after a border patrol visit, which left many confused. One Chevron station reported a drastic decline in customers, with only a few field workers present. The manager is facing backlash from the community for calling the media about the raid. Residents express frustration over border patrol's presence in Kern County, feeling it is unnecessary given the distance from the border. Despite the tension, staff at Mercado Latino strive to maintain a safe environment for the Latino community. Many are staying home, concerned about the implications of the border patrol's actions. In Bakersfield, Cecilia Trevino, 17 News.

Last night around 2 AM, I heard a knock at the door and saw three men outside. They were going door-to-door, and I knew who they were and who they were after, so I didn’t answer. I watched as they took people from their homes, mostly my neighbors, who are all Mexican. This morning, the usual five work trucks in the parking lot were reduced to just one. The place feels eerily quiet; I don’t hear my neighbors anymore. I’ve been looking outside, and there’s no one around. It feels like they took my neighbors away, and it’s strange because they usually don’t speak English.

A restaurant worker recounts serving a table of MAGA supporters at the Mexican restaurant where they work. The worker questions why the customers would choose to eat food from a culture whose people they are trying to expel from the country. The worker suggests they should instead eat unseasoned chicken and green bean casserole.

The transcript captures a tense moment at a Bergen Lyon Avenue location near a White Castle, where Speaker 1 reports that ICE came by and grabbed people, stating, “ICE came by and grabbed people. They are targeting the bus stops. Again, they are targeting the bus stops.” Speaker 0 responds with anger, asking, “What are you doing?” and labeling the action as terrorism, saying, “You fucking terrorists. You’re a fucking terrorist.” The speakers describe the scene as individuals were taken from the area, emphasizing that the raids are focused on bus stops and the surrounding vicinity, including Fairview Avenue, with Speaker 1 asking, “How many other bus stops? How many other locations?” They urge vigilance for others, noting that “any moment a vehicle like this can't see into the window” due to tinted windows, warning that law enforcement came into the location and “grabbed people.” Speaker 1 reiterates the need to “be on point” and to “be aware of what you're doing,” urging people to stay attentive as they go about their day. Throughout, there is a sense of fear and urgency, with the speakers repeatedly calling attention to the raids and the targeting of public transit access points like bus stops. Additional exchanges include Speaker 0 directing, “Hey. Hey. No. No. No. You're not gonna scare me,” and Speaker 1 insisting, “Don't touch her. Don't touch her. Don’t touch her.” The overall message is a warning to community members about ICE activity at specific transit hubs and the potential for people to be detained, paired with strong emotional reactions to the perceived aggression and disruption.

I'm at my job at a Hyundai plant that makes electric cars, but immigration came today, and hundreds of people left. Some ran and jumped the fences. My group is here waiting to see what we're going to do. The Americans are trying to protect those who don't have documents or legal status. They stopped work today just to wait and see what happens, to see if we return to work or not. Everyone's worried because eighty to ninety percent of my group are Venezuelans with status to stay here, but people are still scared. ICE came to raid our workplace, and the Americans are trying to help, protect, and ask about everyone's case.

Yelitza Martina is devastated after her father, Andres Martina, was arrested by ICE agents at their Waukegan home. He immigrated from Mexico nearly 30 years ago. Yelitza, a U.S. citizen, is among many seeking legal assistance at Pastor Julie Contreras' church. Parents are worried about their children's fear of deportation, highlighting the emotional toll of these actions. In the Chicago area, ICE operations have caused panic, with immigrants sharing their experiences of agents surrounding buildings and knocking on doors. There is a growing emphasis on educating individuals about their rights to prepare for potential immigration enforcement.

Hemos notado que las taquerías están vacías, lo cual es inusual. Sin la comunidad latina, el comercio está sufriendo, incluso grandes cadenas como Walmart se verán afectadas. Todo está muy ordenado, como si nadie hubiera estado allí. Estamos aquí para comprar luces para la casa. Parece que el único negocio que sigue funcionando es DoorDash, ya que muchas personas prefieren quedarse en casa y recibir comida o despensa a domicilio. Es una situación preocupante. --- We've noticed that the taco shops are empty, which is unusual. Without the Latino community, commerce is suffering, and even large chains like Walmart will be affected. Everything is very organized, as if no one has been there. We're here to buy lights for the house. It seems the only business still operating is DoorDash, as many people prefer to stay home and receive food or groceries delivered. It's a concerning situation.

About half of the workers on the farm are not US-born, and the operation runs 24 hours a day to be profitable. There is a concern among farmers about the potential impact of a mass roundup of undocumented migrants. One farmer believes that if such actions were taken, food production would halt within two days, leading to empty shelves and a permanent shutdown of operations. The farmer expresses hope that officials, including Governor Kristi Noem, understand the consequences of these policies and trusts that they will not follow through on threats to round up immigrants.

Residents in Brighton Park are upset about plans to house 2,000 migrants at a base camp in their neighborhood. They claim they were not informed about the project and only found out when construction crews arrived. At a meeting held at Kelly High School, tensions rose as residents demanded transparency. However, the meeting reached capacity, leaving many residents outside and unable to participate. The frustration was evident as people pounded on the doors in an attempt to be heard. The situation highlights the divide between residents and the city's plan to house migrants in the area.

Residents in Brighton Park are upset about plans to house 2,000 migrants at a base camp in their neighborhood. They claim they were not informed about the project and only found out when construction crews arrived. A meeting was held to address the concerns, but it quickly became heated. Many residents were denied entry due to the venue reaching capacity, leaving them frustrated and feeling unheard. The lack of transparency and exclusion from the conversation has caused tension in the community.

Cell phone video shows ICE agents chasing workers after a raid. ICE has not disclosed the number of people detained. Ventura County's agriculture industry is a $2 billion per year industry, and raids could significantly impact planting and harvesting. One worker described arriving at work this morning during the raid. Another worker spoke about the anxiety of potentially encountering ICE in Ventura County fields.

ICE raids in Los Angeles are having a literal impact. In Vernon, a city with a large Latino population and many street vendors, there is normally a lot of activity. However, today there is only one vendor, who is scared and doesn't want to be on camera. This street is normally packed with street vendors and people walking to lunch, but that is not the case today.

A man questions what someone’s worth, saying, "$50,000. This is what your fucking soul is worth?" A woman expresses distress and asks how others could do this, urging that they not be allowed to scare her. The woman describes ICE arriving at a White Castle location on Bergen Lyon Avenue, stating that they "grabbed people" and are "targeting the bus stops." She notes that the area around the bus stops is being targeted and asks how many other bus stops and locations are affected, urging others to be on point and aware. The man interjects, calling the authorities "terrorists" and questioning what they are doing as people go to work. He asks what is happening and pleads, "What are you doing? Hey. No. No. No. You're not gonna scare me." The woman adds, "Don't touch her. Don't touch her. Don't touch her. Back up." She emphasizes the need for others to be attentive and aware that a vehicle with tinted windows may not see into the windows, noting that authorities arrived at the location and grabbed people. She reiterates that they are informing others to stay vigilant. Overall, the speakers describe an incident where ICE conducted arrests at a White Castle location, focusing on bus-stop areas, and they urge vigilance, awareness of surroundings, and caution about vehicle visibility due to window tint.

There are reports of ICE notifications being sent to businesses in Chicago, threatening audits of their workers. This is especially concerning for Mexican-owned businesses like my restaurant, where all my employees are also Mexican. The potential fines of $20,000 per undocumented worker could bankrupt us. We understand it's technically illegal to hire workers who aren't documented, but people come here to work hard and improve their lives, and I can't turn them away simply based on their status. If anyone has expertise on this issue, particularly regarding whether these audits are widespread or targeted, please share your knowledge. In the meantime, I'm praying for protection and guidance.

Back in Chicago at a warehouse that appeared abandoned, it's revealed to be filled with undocumented individuals. Recently, there was a measles outbreak with reports of 13 to 15 cases, but the actual number could be around 100. The disease is airborne, and there's no quarantine in place, allowing people to come and go freely without any warnings or signage about the dangers. Additionally, illegal vendors are operating on the streets. This situation reflects a broader concern about the impact of immigration policies on American citizens, regardless of their background.

My tomatoes are rotting, and I’m not making any sales. It’s been terrible since Trump threatened to deport everyone. Nobody’s coming to the farmer’s market anymore. Look at all this produce—I’m practically giving it away. I’m forced to sell a whole box of corn for just $15. It’s a disaster.

The speaker identifies the city as one of labor, businesses, faith, believers, and dreamers, then reminds the audience why they are gathered. The speaker states that last Thursday, ICE entered the city and provoked it by chasing people through Home Depots and car washes. They claim there was an effort to federalize the National Guard, and that the National Guard was complimented in the White House for keeping peace in the city Saturday night.

ICE conducted raids at multiple locations, with one location being particularly egregious. These raids instill terror within the community, leaving people uncertain about their safety. The impact extends beyond the immediate location, creating widespread fear and insecurity.

State and federal law enforcement are targeting the Colony Ridge subdivision, focusing on criminals and illegal immigrants. Texas DPS and special agents are assisting in the operation. While not raids, there's a heavy law enforcement presence, with officers pulling people over and making arrests. The area, once considered a safe haven for immigrants, is now the focus of an operation involving DPS troopers, special agents, and homeland security. People are getting pulled over, and it escalates from there. Unmarked vehicles were seen making traffic stops and arresting people. This operation is instilling fear, especially among families with undocumented members. This hurts immigrant communities, business owners, and the broader community.

Breaking news as concerns rise over mass deportations with President-elect Trump set to take office. A report from The Wall Street Journal indicates a large-scale immigration raid is planned in Chicago next week, starting the day after the inauguration. Up to 200 ICE officers may be deployed, targeting undocumented immigrants with criminal backgrounds, including minor offenses. Local vendors fear economic impacts due to potential raids. Governor Pritzker asserts that Trump’s border czar lacks authority for such actions. Chicago Public Schools promise protection for undocumented students, while Mayor Johnson emphasizes the city’s commitment to being a sanctuary city. The Chicago Police Department will not document immigration status or share information with federal authorities, maintaining their welcoming city ordinance.