On August 1 of this year, what would have been Henrietta Lacks’ 103rd birthday, biotech company Thermo Fisher Scientific reached a settlement with Henrietta’s family for profiting from the use of Henrietta’s cells without her consent.

Mayor Johnson’s request to not dehumanize our youth challenges us to consider the language we use when speaking about our communities. We thank Mayor Johnson for lifting the humanity of our children.

The decisions made by the United States Supreme Court this past year that directly impact marginalized communities is a call to action to vote. By casting your ballot, you are using your voice to demand that our society is fair and equitable for all.

The concept of group economics is a rarely discussed but widely used concept that has been adopted by numerous communities, whether it is farms, stores or even places of employment.

To ensure successful implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act on September 18, 2023, sign a petition thanking your legislators, register for community court watching and sign up to canvass and friendbank with the Coalition to End Money Bond.

Read a press release from the City of Chicago Office of Inspector General on the Chicago Police Department’s Community-Police Mediation Pilot Program.

Welcome to our newly redesigned website which features improved navigation, a restructured content layout and a renewed focus on our mission to end racism and poverty, and we invite your feedback to further enhance your user experience.

CRS Communications Intern Katie Masano Hill reflects on the importance of remembrance.

The Illinois Supreme Court ruled the Pretrial Fairness Act constitutional, eliminating the use of cash bail and making the pretrial justice system fairer. Read our statement.

To support Chicagoans impacted by high temperatures, flooding, and tornadoes, CRS released a list of extreme weather resources from local, state and federal agencies. Read this blog article to access the resources.

CRS Communications Intern Katie Masano Hill shares about Japanese American support for African American reparations.

The Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability continues its superintendent search for the Chicago Police Department.

Israeli operation devastates Jenin, with minimal global reaction. Advocate for rejecting violence, pursuing justice, fostering hope and ending complicity in Israeli apartheid.

CRS grieves those lost to gun violence and urges you to take action. Read our reflection on the Highland Park Shooting.

CRS reflects on recent violence in Palestine and offers educational resources to understanding the conflict.

The United States Supreme Court ruling on June 29, 2023, to strike down affirmative action is a disappointing setback for efforts to promote diversity in higher education. Read statements in response to the Supreme Court ruling and learn more here.

View photos and read a recap of the historic groundbreaking ceremonies of the International African American Museum.

CRS Communications Intern Katie Masano Hill shares about the Kansha Project and how the Japanese American community in Chicago is working towards cross-cultural solidarity and remembering the experiences of their ancestors.

The Chicago Reporter is pleased to announce the recent appointments to its summer Fellows Program 2023. Following a period of fellowship being conducted virtually in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s students will work in a new hybrid style, either remotely or on site.

Community Renewal Society was instrumental in helping the ACLU of Illinois identify directly-impacted individuals to be the plaintiffs in a discrimination lawsuit filed against the Chicago Police Department.