Comment on Champaign Flag Day event extends welcoming hand to immigrants

The event, held as part of the 73-community-strong Cities for Citizenship initiative, provided resources about naturalization and gave a welcoming environment to the city's newest residents. CHAMPAIGN — When Prisca Mouloma came to the United States from the Democratic Republic of Congo more than a decade ago, she didn't speak any English save for the few words her husband had taught her. After settling in Champaign in 2008, she said, it was a moment of pure frustration that made her get serious about learning English. read more