The Statue of Liberty, France's gift to the U.S., was originally viewed as a tribute to the end of slavery. But poet Emma ...

A wall of scaffolding is surrounding one of the nation’s most treasured national monuments this Fourth of July. The ...

From German street food to an American symbol, the hot dog’s rise is a story of immigration, innovation and affordability. As ...

That vision of a nation united in diversity is on full display at the Grace Museum in downtown Abilene, showcasing the story and impact of U.S. immigrants from the bygone days of entry at Ellis Island ...

Archbishop Timothy Broglio of the U.S. Archdiocese for the Military Services, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, and U.S. President Donald Trump, are pictured in a combination ...

Volunteers and organizations on Long Island unite to help immigrants from ICE raids, offering legal assistance and raising awareness through social media.

Ponce Bank President and CEO Carlos Naudon has been named a recipient of the prestigious 2025 Ellis Island Medal of Honor, recognizing his lasting contributions to business, community service, and ...

A flurry of U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement activity on Long Island has had a chilling effect on local businesses and even the agencies that exist to help immigrants.

A participant holds a sign during a Jan. 25, 2025, interfaith rally in support of immigrants at Love Park in downtown Philadelphia. A federal judge on April 11 declined to block the Trump ...

Sometimes the only line they waited in was at Ellis Island or some other port of entry. Because immigration was so different, they entered legally and often quite quickly became citizens. So the goal, ...