Revitalizing Chicago Community News

A new generation of journalists is driving the effort to rejuvenate local news coverage and mitigate the threat to the democratic process. Our goal is to raise unprecedented funds to build on proven strategies, airbus press release while removing long-standing inequities in journalistic coverage and practice.

Students and recent graduates unveiled their new Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent site this week, bringing the arts and a sense of community to an area previously known for its gun violence. News anchors from WBEZ Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the Founders of the Market who explained their mission as not just serving food, but as creating more hospitable communities as part of their goal.

Illinois has some of the strictest gun laws in world, yet firearms smuggled from neighboring states are danger to the state's residents' safety. This issue is examined in greater detail as well as efforts that law enforcement agencies are making to stop illegal gun trafficking.

This week, The Chicago Bears kick off training camp. Here we examine their off-field strategies as well as player's personal lives and social justice obligations.

Vintage signs provide both artistic and social value in Chicago But they are also becoming increasingly vulnerable. Here we explore how some residents are working hard to ensure their preservation.