Revitalizing Chicago Community News

New generation journalists is driving the effort to rejuvenate local coverage of news and reduce the threat to the democratic process. Our aim is to secure unprecedented resources to strengthen proven solutions, as well as eradicating long-standing inequities within coverage of journalism and practices.

Students and recent graduates recently launched the Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent location earlier this week, bringing art and community to an area previously known for its gun violence. WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the Founders of the Market who explained their mission not just as providing food, but rather creating an atmosphere that is more welcoming part of their goal.

Illinois boasts some of the strictest gun laws in the nation, 1888 press release (pressez.substack.com) but smuggled guns from neighboring states are an enigma to the residents' safety. We look into this issue more deeply and the measures made by law enforcement to stop the illegal trafficking of firearms.

This week this week, the Chicago Bears kick off training camp. Here we examine their off-field plans as much as the personal lives of players and social justice obligations.

Vintage signs add artistic and community value in Chicago However, they are becoming increasingly vulnerable. This article explains how local residents are striving to protect their heritage.