How Chicago Organizers Helped Unhoused Neighbors Vote

More than 55,000 Chicagoans over 18 are experiencing homelessness, and it’s difficult to prioritize voting alongside immediate needs. But advocates say it’s important to mobilize, especially with a presidential administration targeting government spending.

The Year I Could Vote: How Incarcerated Voters Reclaim Their Rights

Thousands of Illinoisans could not vote in November, as the state bans people from voting while serving time for felony sentences. This exclusion from the civic process highlights how incarceration and reintegration challenges can prevent someone participating in democracy.

Long Covid and the Fight for Clean Air

One big issue was largely missing from the election season: Covid-19 and Long Covid. Chicago organizers and disability advocates are still fighting for locals to take the issue seriously. They are urging residents to demand that public officials reinstate citywide Covid mandates, such as mandatory masking and testing.

Q&A: For Young Black Chicagoans Seeking Mental Health Support, Access is Key

Young Black Americans are at a higher risk than non-Black peers to experience anxiety and depression, and the rate of Black youths who have died by suicide is increasing more rapidly than any other racial or ethnic group. Adults must step in to help Chicago’s youth learn to cope, says therapist Thomas Ivey.