Muralist Ahmed Burson reflected on his journey into Chicago’s mural scene and his hopes for using art as a tool for connection, visibility and youth empowerment.

Plus, CPS weighs its budget options

Community-based workforce development programs can play a key role in providing youth opportunities. Beyond job placement, many emphasize comprehensive support with housing, transportation and cultural identity to create lasting outcomes and opportunities.

Plus, updates on ghost buses

Documenters asked young people in Chicago about how they navigate finding work and career development opportunities.

Plus, landmarks for the West Side

Young people don’t always feel safe in parks by themselves, especially ones where violent crime is more common. But group outings such as those with Chicago Run offer a sense of security, they said.

Plus, Police District Council takes no confidence vote

In search of opportunity, some young South and West siders are turning hobbies into side hustles, building skills for possible careers and leveraging personal connections. 

Nuestro Chicago Archives is inviting local Latinos to share their old family photos to create deeper histories of their communities over time.