New and Rejuvenating Chicago Community News

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Recent graduates and students unveiled Austin Harvest, the Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent location this week, providing art and community to the area which was once infamous for gun violence. WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the Founders of the Market who explained their mission as not just providing food, but rather creating an atmosphere that is more welcoming part of their goal.

Illinois boasts some of the strictest gun laws across the country, yet smuggled firearms from neighboring states are the risk to its citizens and their safety. We will examine this issue in greater detail and also the steps made by law enforcement to limit illegal firearm trafficking.

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

Vintage signs add aesthetic and a sense of community in Chicago But they are also getting more and more vulnerable. We look at how certain residents are trying to preserve their signs.