The Revitalization Chicago Community News

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Students and recent graduates recently unveiled their new Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent location this week. It brings art and community to the area which was once infamous for its gun violence. The WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to its founders who describe their purpose as more than offering food, but also creating a more welcoming culture as part of their goal.

illinois mbb news (independent.academia.edu) boasts some of the strictest gun laws in the country, yet smuggled firearms from neighboring states still pose danger to the state's residents' safety. We examine this issue more deeply as well as the efforts made 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 the personal lives of players and social justice responsibilities.

Vintage signs add artistic and communal value in Chicago However, they are being weakened by the day. We look at how local residents are striving to protect their heritage.