On September 13, nearly one hundred organizations sent an open letter to the Illinois State’s Attorney Association urging them to align with the collective statewide effort to faithfully implement the Pretrial Fairness Act.

In her pastoral response to living in a culture of violence and poverty, CRS Inaugural Yvonne V. Delk Theologian in Residence Rev. Erica N. Williams reflects on Jesus doing the work of love, justice and liberation in his ministry, and calls us to the do the same by showing radical and revolutionary compassion.

CRS continues our work with our coalition partners, member congregations, community members and volunteers to ensure the successful implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act. Read this blog article to learn about the many ways you can get involved in the implementation.

Once implemented on September 18, 2023, the Pretrial Fairness Act will end money bond. Read this blog article to learn ways you can get involved in making the justice system safer and more equitable.

On June 6, 2023, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) declared a state of emergency for LGBTQIA+ people in the United States. Join us in our efforts to secure and protect human rights and build Beloved Community, a place of equality free of discrimination and hate.

Underfunding and underrepresentation of Black-led nonprofits is prevalent within the philanthropic landscape, and addressing these issues require a comprehensive approach that acknowledges historical inequities, promotes representation and prioritizes equitable distribution of resources.

In a exclusive interview with People Magazine, Wayne Brady opened up about his sexuality, saying he is pansexual. Read this blog article to learn what pansexual means and about Brady’s road to self-discovery and acceptance.

Here is our statement in response to the selection of CPD Counterterrorism Chief Larry Snelling as the next police superintendent for Chicago.

Director of Friends of North Sabeel Jonathan Kuttab shares that various factors suggest a hopeful future for Palestinian-Israeli resolution despite challenges and increasing violence.

Mayor Brandon Johnson announced CPD Chief of Counterterrorism Larry Snelling as Chicago’s 64th Police Superintendent. Read this blog article for the press release.

On August 9, CRS and other community organizations and members shared powerful testimonies at the Public Hearing on Chicago’s Consent Decree policy on “stop and frisks.”

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.