Irene Romulo

Irene Romulo is a journalist based in Cicero, Illinois, where she helps run Cicero Independiente, a bilingual news organization she co-founded. Her work centers on immigrants, Spanish-speakers, and organizing efforts. She is a proud City Bureau Reporting Fellowship alum and was a 2020 Voqal Fellow.

InvestigationJustice

‘Contratos de Pandillas’ en escuelas de Cicero y Berwyn causan preocupación sobre la criminalización juvenil

Más de 100 estudiantes en siete años han firmado "contratos de pandilla" por una presunta afiliación a una pandilla.

Irene RomuloInjustice Watch, Cicero IndependienteMay 26, 2021

InvestigationImmigration, Justice, Politics

‘Gang Contracts’ in Cicero and Berwyn Schools Raise Concerns About Criminalization of Youth

More than 100 students in seven years have signed “gang contracts” for a suspected gang affiliation.

Irene RomuloInjustice Watch, Cicero IndependienteMay 26, 2021