Spotlight
Austin Voice
A neighborhood paper that tackles hard issues, like prostitution and organized crime, in its own backyard. Not available online, but can be found on the west side of Chicago or by contacting austinvoice@aol.com.
Bean Soup Times
Vegetarian and meat eater exchange hostile looks in buffet line
This local satire paper dishes out the laughs a la the 'Onion,' but also features real-life entertainment events.
Visit online at www.beansouptimes.com.
CAN TV
This unique communications resource belongs to the people of Chicago, whether you are a viewer, a producer, or simply believe in the right of free expression. CAN TV has become a lifeline for thousands of Chicago residents and nonprofits. Its channels are over 90% local, helping viewers find jobs, locate HIV/AIDS and domestic violence counseling, access art and educational resources, interact with local public officials, and experience a diversity of viewpoints.
CAN TV is an independent nonprofit organization established in 1983 to administer and promote the use of Chicago’s public access channels. CAN TV has won local, state and national awards for its accomplishments and is recognized as one of the finest access centers in the country. Cable companies provide support for CAN TV as part of franchise commitments in the City of Chicago.
Capitol Fax
What's new in Springfield politics that gets blown off in the windy city? Play political insider and visit capitolfax.com.
Visit online at www.capitolfax.com.
Catalyst
Read the ins and outs of Chicago public schools and school reform.
Visit online at www.catalyst-chicago.org.
Chicago Journal
"Taxi driver kind of a hothead" and other headlines spice up the police blotter of this south/west Loop weekly. Some of the city's best neighborhood coverage is spelled out in its peach pages.
Visit online at www.chicago-journal.com.
Chicago Matters
The preeminent public affairs cross-media programming tackles one vital issue each year. For 2002, it explored affordable housing in print, on TV, and on radio.
Visit online at www.chicagomatters.org.
Chicago Reporter
Acclaimed nationally, the Reporter examines race and poverty issues with a relentlessness that exhibits investigative journalism at its best.
Visit online at www.chicagoreporter.com.
In These Times
For a quarter century, this Chicago-based magazine has covered politics from an alternative perspective.
Visit online at www.inthesetimes.com.
New Expression
This citywide paper written only by teens covers more than dating and music. Read from the youth about the issues facing them.
Visit online at www.newexpression.org.
Residents' Journal
Produced by Chicago public housing residents, Residents' Journal is a must-read for understanding the challenges in our social services, especially welfare and housing.
Visit online at www.wethepeoplemedia.org.
Women's eNews
Women's eNews commissions stories covering issues of concern to women and provides women's perspectives on public policy and distributes the stories to the press and public worldwide. Topics include topic--politics, religion, economics, health, science, education, sports, legislation. Visit online at www.womensenews.org
WVON-AM 1450
Lively community talk radio. The Terkel Award-winning 'Voice of the Nation' provokes and entertains, with popular hosts Cliff Kelley and Monique Carradine.
Visit online at www.wvon.com.
