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Students and recent graduates presented their new Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent location this week, bringing artwork and a sense of community in an area previously known for its gun violence. The WBEZ`s Jackie Kostek visited to speak with the company`s founders, who have described their purpose as more than offering food, but also creating a more welcoming culture as one of their goals.



















































Illinois has some of the most strict gun laws in the United States, but guns smuggled from states nearby still pose a threat to its residents and their safety. We examine this issue in greater detail and also the steps to be taken by law enforcement to stop illegal gun trafficking.



















































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 commitment to Press release Social media post (https://start.me) justice.



















































Vintage signs add aesthetic and a sense of community in Chicago however, they are becoming increasingly vulnerable. We look at how local residents are striving to protect their heritage.