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Producers Linda Lutton and Catrin Einhorn report on a married couple—Rocio and Francisco—who have lived apart for most of the last 19 years. Lutton reports from Mexico, where Rocio lives with their children. Einhorn reports from the Chicago suburb of Rolling Meadows, where Francisco came to earn a living for their family. The couple’s decision to live apart comes as the global economy is pushing millions worldwide to make a similar choice.

Divided Families: The Hidden Cost of Migration

In this documentary, we bring you one family's story of separation.

Posted on 11.27.2007

Bilingual Version of the Documentary

Listen to the bilingual version of Divided Families—The Hidden Cost of Migration.

Posted on 11.27.2007

From Mexico to Rolling Meadows

View a map tracing the journey from Quiringüicharo, Mexico to Rolling Meadows, Illinois.

Posted on 11.27.2007

Voices of Separation

Listen to more about what it feels like to be separated from your family members. These stories come from the town of Quiringüicharo.

Posted on 11.27.2007

Talk Back: The Chicago Matters Topic of the Week

Chicagomatters.org wants to hear your views on the Beyond Borders series at the You Matter: Public Forum.

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Posted on 11.27.2007

Learn more about the history of immigration in the Chicago community on the Chicago Matters: Beyond Borders timeline. As immigration legislation and reform effects Chicago and the nation, we update the timeline. Check back and follow the progress.

Now in its 17th year, Chicago's award-winning multimedia public affairs series returns in 2007 with Chicago Matters: Beyond Borders to explore the impact of immigration in Chicago and the region.

Chicago Matters is made possible by The Chicago Community Trust, with programming by Chicago Public Radio, WTTW 11, the Chicago Public Library, and The Chicago Reporter.

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