Reviving Chicago Community News

An emerging generation of reporters is driving the effort to rejuvenate local media coverage and to reduce threats to democracy. Our goal is to find unprecedented resources to build on proven strategies, while eliminating longstanding inequities in journalism coverage and practice.

Students and recent graduates recently unveiled an Austin Harvest produce market at the permanent location this week. The market brings art and community to an area previously known for gun violence. News anchors from WBEZ Jackie Kostek visited to speak with the company's founders, who have described their purpose as more than providing food, but creating an environment that is more welcoming as part of their goal.

Illinois is home to some of the strictest gun laws in country, yet smuggled firearms from states nearby still pose cite a press release in chicago style (click the next web page) threat to its residents security. We look into this issue in greater detail and also the steps to be taken by law enforcement to stop the illegal trafficking of firearms.

This week, The Chicago Bears kick off training camp. We look at their plans off the field as well as the players' personal lives and social justice obligations.

Vintage signs add artistic and community value in Chicago however, they are becoming increasingly vulnerable. Here we explore how the city's residents are working to protect their heritage.