In the wake of an undecided election, Chicagoans gather to ‘Defend Every Vote’
By Allison Schatz Medill Reports After a summer of intense clashes between the Chicago Police Department and protesters, the post-election rally and march to “Defend Every Vote” was without incident for both protesters and police. Attendees gathered in downtown Chicago, at Daley Plaza, at the feet of Picasso’s imposing metal sculpture, to make their voices […]
Youth crisis counselor Melissa Coleman highlights complications COVID-19 has posed to her work
By Allison Schatz Medill Reports Prior to the pandemic, community-based behavioral health screenings were as challenging as they were needed in communities throughout Illinois. For residents of the state, anyone in need of an assessment is eligible for screening and support as part of the Illinois Children’s Mental Health Public Act of 2003. In Illinois, […]
