Revitalizing Chicago Community News

An emerging generation of reporters is leading the charge to revitalize local coverage of news and reduce threats to democracy. Our goal is to raise unprecedented funds to build on proven strategies, and eliminate long-standing injustices in coverage of journalism and practices.

Students and recent graduates unveiled Austin Harvest, the Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent site this week, providing art and community to an area previously known for gun violence. WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the founders of the market who outlined their mission as not just offering food, but also creating more hospitable communities as one of their goals.

prairie press Paris illinois obituaries this week boasts some of the strictest gun laws across the United States, but guns smuggled from states nearby still pose an enigma to the residents' safety. We will examine this issue in greater depth as well as the efforts being taken by law enforcement to stop the illegal trafficking of firearms.

This week, it's the time that Chicago Bears kick off training camp. We look at their off-field plans as much as their personal lives and social justice responsibilities.

Vintage signs provide both artistic and community value in Chicago However, they are becoming increasingly vulnerable. Here we explore how the city's residents are working to protect them.