First Stop: Harrison

Infographics: Chicago by the Numbers

Our reporters created data visualizations breaking down statistics ranging from religion in Illinois to craft beer to birthrates.

• 2016 Chicago crime: Low arrest rates for arson, robbery
• Birthrates: Rates decreasing in Illinois as age, marital status of mothers changes
• Gallup study: Illinois ranks in the middle nationally in religiosity
• Craft beer: Data show Illinois behind Indiana in some categories
• Data: Breaking down Chicago family and support services

Second Stop: Sox-35th Street

The Economic Downturn and Potential of Bridgeport

Some areas of the once-thriving community is now primarily filled with vacant storefronts due to a deteriorating economy, which has caused local property values to decrease significantly.

• Map: Bridgeport's empty storefronts
• Read more: The changing face of Bridgeport

Photo: The Ramova Theatre, out of business since 1985. (Photo/Lauren Yard)

Third Stop: Monroe

Chicago Libraries Face Challenges to Meet Neighborhood Needs

With the development of an increasingly digital world, it’s not unrealistic to beg the question: are libraries a necessary component to Chicago communities?

• Map: Chicago Public Library locations
• Data: Libraries per state
  
  Photo: The children's area at Mount Greenwood library branch. (Photo/Maura Biedron)