Federal Agents Shot:
•Silverio Villegas Gonzlez (Chicago)
•Marimar Martinez (Chicago)
•Renee Good (Minneapolis)
•Alex Pretti (Minneapolis)
The IAC sees right through the federal government’s propaganda and will continue to fight for accountability.
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Today, the Illinois Accountability Commission convenes its third public hearing. Streaming Live On: blueroomstream.com/live/illinois-special-events
Closed captioning is available to support hearing-impaired viewers and anyone who prefers captions. Watch here: youtube.com/@illinoisdhr
The Illinois Accountability Commission’s public hearing will stream live tomorrow.
Tune in: blueroomstream.com/live/illinois-special-events
Closed captioning is available to support hearing-impaired viewers and anyone who prefers captions. Watch here: youtube.com/@illinoisdhr
Witnessed or experienced potential misconduct by federal agents during Operation Midway Blitz?
The Illinois Accountability Commission asks you to participate and share your experience. Submit video or narrative information to the Commission at ilac.illinois.gov/interest-form.
This season, many Illinoisans are observing religious traditions.
Under IL law, discrimination based on religion is prohibited in employment, housing, and more.
If you experience discrimination because of your faith, you have the right to file a charge. Visit dhr.illinois.gov to learn more.
We’re committed to making our public hearings accessible to everyone.
Requests for interpreters or other accessibility and support needs should be submitted 2 business days in advance to dhr.ilac@liinois.gov.
Live closed captioning will also be available. Watch here: youtube.com/@illinoisDHR
We've come so far in the past seven years, Illinois.
Together, we've met the moment — and now it's time we build on our progress.
Tune in at 12 PM CT as I deliver the State of the State.
Today we reflect on Abraham Lincoln – an Illinoisan whose leadership helped move our nation closer to freedom and equality. As the U.S. nears 250 years and Illinois reflects on its journey since 1818, we're reminded that the work of advancing civil rights continues.
Our offices are closed today.
The Illinois Accountability Commission will hold four public hearings this spring.
📅 February 24 | March 30 | April 21 | April 30, 2026
🕘 9AM - 1PM
📍 Michael A. Bilandic Building, Chicago
🎧 Interpretation and accessibility accommodations available
🔗 Full details at ilac.illinois.gov
🛡️ Haz un plan familiar:
✅ Poder legal, cuidado, preparación
🛡️ Create an emergency plan:
✅ POA, care, & family prep
🔗 illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/get-prepared-stay-protected#fep
Today, we honor Rosa Parks – whose quiet courage helped changed our nation. During #BlackHistoryMonth, we reflect on her legacy and how everyday people move justice forward by choosing dignity and fairness.
At IDHR, we carry that spirit forward on by protecting civil rights for all Illinoisans.
Happy Black History Month, Illinois.
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This #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor Black Americans whose contributions have shaped our nation and the ongoing fight for justice and equality.
The legacy of yesterday, the impact of today, and the hope of tomorrow tell one continuous story – Black History is American History.
The Illinois Accountability Commission's second public hearing is streaming now on our YouTube channel, @illinoisDHR.
Closed captioning is available to support hearing-impaired viewers and anyone who prefers captions.
Watch here: bit.ly/IACHearing_YouTube
Today, the Illinois Accountability Commission convenes its second public hearing.
⏰9am – 1pm
📍Streaming live on blueroomstream.com/live/illinois-special-events
Tune in to observe this important process in action.
The Illinois Accountability Commission’s second public hearing will stream live tomorrow.
Tune in:
📆Friday, January 30
⏰9am – 1pm
📍Streaming live on blueroomstream.com/live/illinois-special-events
Nuestro sitio web de Recursos sobre Derechos de Inmigrantes y Ciudadanía está aquí para ayudar a los habitantes de Illinois a acceder a orientación, protecciones y vías de apoyo, todo en un solo lugar.
Explora los recursos en dhr.illinois.gov/ici.
Our Immigrant and Citizenship Rights Resources website is here to help Illinoisans access guidance, protections, and pathways to support – all in one place. Whether you're looking for yourself or helping someone you care about, you're not alone.
Explore the resources at dhr.illinois.gov/ici.
Witnessed or experienced potential misconduct by federal agents during Operation Midway Blitz? You can submit video or narrative information to the Commission.
Visit the Commission’s website to learn more and to complete the form at ilac.illinois.gov/interest-form.html
Through the Illinois Accountability Commission, IL is creating a public record of the conduct of federal agents during “Operation Midway Blitz” and other federal operations in IL.
Join us Friday, January 30, from 9AM – 1PM to hear the Commission’s second public hearing.
Learn more: bit.ly/IAC_0126
The IAC is collecting information related to potential misconduct by federal immigration law enforcement officers during Operation Midway Blitz through the end of 2025 (September through December 2025).
To submit info to the IAC, visit ilac.illinois.gov/interest-form and complete the interest form.
IDHR Director Jim Bennett honors the life and legacy of Rick Garcia, whose leadership and advocacy advanced LGBTQ+ civil rights and strengthened the Illinois Human Rights Act. His legacy lives on in the protections that so many Illinoisans rely on today.
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We'll be out across Illinois attending events where community members can learn more about their rights and protections under Illinois law.
Meet us at one of these upcoming events to engage with our team directly and get access to resources and information to support you and your community.
Landlords (owners of the building or someone working for them to rent residences) are required to provide a summary of rights to all Illinois residential tenants as the first page of their written lease, whether the lease is new or a renewal.
Learn more: dhr.illinois.gov/safer-homes
This holiday season we pause to reflect on hope & joy. Thank you for the ways you show up for another. It is through genuine, neighborly action we make this beautiful state a beacon of hope for others. Let kindness & acceptance continue to guide us through the New Year. Have a safe holiday season.
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As we marked #InternationalHumanSolidarityDay this past Saturday, we're reminded that Illinois' strength has always come from protecting one another. IDHR remains here to safeguard hard-won protections and ensure every Illinoisan knows they are protected.
Learn more at dhr.illinois.gov.
"There is no threat. There's no need to use these weapons... when the leadership of an organization is doing this, this provides cover for everyone under him."
Dr. Rohini J. Haar, MD, MPH—emergency physician with health & human rights expertise—analyzes a community encounter with Gregory Bovino.
"They had done nothing wrong. They were not protesting. They were not chasing ICE vehicles. They were simply shopping."
Matt DeMateo recounts how three U.S. citizens, including a toddler, were tear gassed in Cicero by federal agents.
Tear gas was indiscriminately released into our communities.
What matters to this Commission is how it impacts families, children, and people in their own homes and neighborhoods.
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This is what Bovino and his federal agents did in Illinois.
Illinoisans, including U.S. citizens, were targeted and harassed for how they look.
Watch the Commission's montage video focused on the human impact of Operation Midway Blitz.
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