The Revitalization Chicago Community News

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Students and recent graduates launched the Austin Harvest produce market at the permanent location this week, bringing the arts and a sense of community to the area which was once infamous for gun violence. KBEZ’s Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the Founders of the Market who explained their mission as not just offering food, but also creating an environment that is more welcoming as part of their goal.

Illinois is home to some of the strictest gun laws in the country, yet smuggled firearms from states nearby still pose the risk to its citizens’ safety. We examine this issue more deeply and also the steps being taken by law enforcement to curb illegal firearms trafficking.

This week, it’s the time that Chicago Bears kick off training camp. Here, we look at their off-field plans as much as player’s personal lives and commitment to social justice.

Vintage signs add artistic and communal value in Chicago, but are being weakened by the day. We look at how some residents are working hard to preserve their signs.