Reviving Chicago Community News
A new generation of journalists are driving the effort to rejuvenate local news coverage and mitigate the threat to the democratic process. Our goal is to raise unprecedented funds to enhance proven solutions while removing long-standing inequities in journalism coverage and practice.
Students and lotto press release (pressez.substack.com) recent graduates recently presented their new Austin Harvest produce market at the permanent location this week, bringing art and community to an area previously 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 offering food, but also creating a more welcoming culture as one of their goals.
Illinois is home to some of the strictest gun laws in the world, yet firearms smuggled from neighboring states are a threat to its residents security. This issue is examined in greater depth and also the steps made by law enforcement to stop the illegal trafficking of firearms.
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This week this week, the Chicago Bears kick off training camp. We look at their plans off the field as well as their personal lives and social justice obligations.
Vintage signs add artistic and communal value in Chicago however, they are becoming more prone to damage. We look at how certain residents are trying to protect them.