Reviving Chicago Community News

A new generation of journalists is driving the effort to rejuvenate local news coverage, and help to mitigate threats to the democratic process. Our goal is to secure unprecedented resources to enhance proven solutions while eliminating longstanding inequities in journalistic coverage and practice.

Students and recent graduates launched the Austin Harvest produce market at the permanent location this week, providing art and community to an area previously known for its gun violence. WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to its founders who describe their purpose as more than providing food, but rather creating a more welcoming culture as one of their goals.

Illinois news Gas (hashnode.com) boasts some of strictest gun laws in the United States, but guns smuggled from neighboring states are an enigma to the residents' safety. We examine this issue in greater depth and also the steps to be taken by law enforcement to stop illegal gun trafficking.

This week, 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 responsibilities.

Vintage signs offer artistic and social value in Chicago But they are also becoming increasingly vulnerable. This article explains how certain residents are trying to ensure their preservation.