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Students and recent graduates recently presented an Austin Harvest produce market at the permanent location this week. It brings the arts and a sense of community to an area once known for zymeworks press release (www.speedrun.com) its gun violence. The WBEZ's Jackie Kostek visited to speak to the Founders of the Market who explained their purpose as more than offering food, but also creating a more welcoming culture as part of their goal.

Illinois has some of the most strict gun laws in the country, yet smuggled firearms from neighboring states still pose the risk to its citizens and their safety. We look into this issue in greater depth as well as efforts that law enforcement agencies are making to stop the illegal trafficking of firearms.

This week, it's the time that Chicago Bears kick off training camp. We look at their off-field strategies as well as their personal lives and social justice responsibilities.

Vintage signs add artistic and community value in Chicago However, they are becoming increasingly vulnerable. We will look at the ways in which the city's residents are working to protect them.