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Students and recent graduates recently presented the Austin Harvest produce market at its permanent location earlier this week. It brings artwork and a sense of community in an area previously known for gun violence. The WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the Founders of the Market who explained their purpose as more than providing food, but 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 still pose an enigma to the residents' safety. We examine this issue more deeply and the measures to be taken by law enforcement to limit illegal firearm trafficking.

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

Vintage signs provide both artistic and communal value in Chicago But they are also becoming increasingly vulnerable. We will look at the ways in which some residents are working hard to protect their heritage.