Reviving Chicago Community News

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Revitalizing Chicago Community News



New generation journalists is in the forefront of efforts to improve local news coverage, and help to mitigate threats to the democratic process. Our aim is to secure unprecedented resources to strengthen proven solutions, as well as eradicating long-standing inequities within journalism coverage and practice.




Recent graduates and students recently unveiled an Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent location this week. The market brings artistic and social interaction to an area that was once known for gun violence. The WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the Founders of the Market who explained their mission not just as serving food, but as creating a more welcoming culture as one of their goals.




Illinois has some of the strictest gun laws in the country, yet smuggled firearms from other states remain a threat to its residents' safety. This issue is examined in greater depth and also the steps to be taken by law enforcement to stop illegal gun trafficking.




This week, the Chicago Bears kick off training camp. Here we examine their off-field strategies as well as the personal lives of players and commitment to social justice.




Vintage signs offer artistic and social value in Chicago however, they are being weakened by the day. We look at how the city's residents are working to ensure their preservation.