The Revitalization Chicago Community News

An emerging generation of reporters is driving the effort to rejuvenate local coverage of news and reduce threats to the democratic process. Our goal is to secure unprecedented resources to build on proven strategies, while removing long-standing inequities in the coverage of journalism and its practice.

Recent graduates and students inaugurated Austin Harvest, the Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent location this week, bringing art and community to an area previously known for its gun violence. News anchors from WBEZ Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the founders of the market who outlined their purpose as more than serving food, but as creating a more welcoming culture as part of their goal.

illinois masonic news (https://www.diigo.com/profile/pressez) boasts some of the strictest gun laws in the nation, but smuggled guns from neighboring states still pose an enigma to the residents security. We will examine this issue in greater depth as well as efforts to be taken by law enforcement to stop the illegal trafficking of firearms.

This week, it's the time that Chicago Bears kick off training camp. Here, we look at their plans off the field as well as the personal lives of players and social justice responsibilities.

Vintage signs offer artistic and community value in Chicago, but are becoming increasingly vulnerable. We look at how some residents are working hard to ensure their preservation.