Reviving Chicago Community News

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Students and recent graduates recently unveiled Austin Harvest, the Austin Harvest produce market at the permanent location this week, bringing the arts and a sense of community to an area that was once known for gun violence. WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the founders of the market who outlined their goal as not only providing food, but rather creating an atmosphere that is more welcoming part of their goal.

illinois governor news has some of the strictest gun laws across the United States, but guns smuggled from other states remain danger to the state's residents' safety. We examine this issue more deeply and the measures being taken 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 strategies as well as player's personal lives and social justice obligations.

Vintage signs provide both aesthetic and a sense of community in Chicago But they are also becoming increasingly vulnerable. This article explains how some residents are working hard to protect their heritage.