It's severe, but it's not as widespread as it might seem from the media. Three Northwestern professors break down the issue and its possible solutions. Read more
And it’s not just because of guns. A look at the ugly, concrete effects of racism and poverty on the health of these Chicago residents—and what it will take to give them a fighting chance. Read more
The huge health system’s goal to reduce massive health disparities in the city is unprecedented. To succeed, it needs to undo decades of racist policies and disinvestment. Read more
Some have sons in prison. Others have sons who were murdered. At Precious Blood Ministry, they sit shoulder to shoulder each month to talk about love, grief, and their toughest challenge as parents: losing a child. Read more
Thirty-seven years ago, Mayor Jane Byrne moved into the Cabrini-Green housing project to draw attention to the violence and poverty there. It would become one of the most famous—and factious—publicity stunts in the city’s history. Read more
The city's reputation for crime may hurt its quest for HQ2—but if the data-driven company looks at the numbers, it'll find a somewhat different picture. Read more
When undocumented immigrants get bad legal advice from people unlicensed to practice law, they can end up deported—while the service provider is free to continue doing business. Read more
