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“I unexpectedly inherited a record shop from my uncle and my original plan was to get my money out as fast as possible, but the community in so many ways told us that they didn't want another vacant ...

This year, City Bureau partnered with Cook County to design and implement. the Digital Equity IMPACT Small Grants Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to promote digital inclusion through ...

Public meetings are important spaces for democracy where any resident can participate in civic life and hold public figures accountable. But how does the public know when meetings are happening? It ...

Out of years of reporting, research and relationships with community members, City Bureau has built “Will That New Development Benefit Your Community? The People’s Guide to Community Benefits ...

An analysis of data and interviews with political insiders shows how momentum for strong police accountability measures was halted in City Council. In the wake of the November 2015 release of a video ...

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The City Bureau Civic Reporting Fellowship is a paid, 16-week opportunity for emerging journalists looking to grow their skills in reporting, community engagement and leadership. Fellows attend weekly ...

This 32-page zine, produced during City Bureau’s Spring 2018 Fellowship, contains easy-to-read information to help incarcerated people navigate the complicated legal landscape. * Note: Information is ...