Making A Difference

During this segment of The Path Forward, NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter looks at the recent uptick in anti-Asian hate crimes and what Chicago-area leaders are doing to help quell fears in the Asian American community.

In June 2020, in the wake of George Floyd’s murder, NBC 5 began moderating virtual conversations with panelists to discuss race in Chicago and how Chicagoans can work together to make real change. These discussions were so engaging and so powerful, we kept doing them — and will continue to do so! Listen to past conversations below! During this segment…

During this segment of The Path Forward, NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter looks at the recent uptick in anti-Asian hate crimes and what Chicago-area leaders are doing to help quell fears in the Asian American community.

A local organization called The Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights is making a difference by advocating for children who arrive at the U.S. border by themselves or have been separated from their parents. NBC 5’s Michelle Relerford has more on the group’s upcoming Spring Soiree fundraiser.

The Chicago Inclusive Dance festival brings together dancers of all abilities in a virtual event to celebrate diversity and expression through movement. NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter reports.

In this episode of “The Path Forward,” NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter talks with panelists about Black maternal health disparities and what is being done to create change.

In this episode of “The Path Forward,” NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter talks with panelists about Black maternal health disparities and what is being done to create change.

GiGi’s Playhouse created a new challenge to create movement and acceptance in the Down Syndrome community. NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter reports.

“Aspire,” a Chicago organization dedicating to providing services to children and adults with developmental disabilities, is getting set to host its annual “Big City Night 2021,” a virtual gala event hosted by our very own Lisa Parker! NBC 5’s Michelle Relerford has more.

Unique Sweets, a bakery based on Chicago’s Northwest Side, helps young adults with Autism develop work and social skills by baking, managing the kitchen and selling their baked goods. Founder Liza Curiel started Unique Sweets from her kitchen in 2018 to help her son Sebastian, who has Autism, bridge the gap between school and the working world. The bakery is…

A young Chicago artist painted a remarkable image of 13-year-old Adam Toledo, who was fatally shot by police in the city’s Little Village neighborhood last month. NBC 5’s Lee Ann Trotter reports.

When Jennifer Einerson isn’t caring for one of her five children, chances are you’ll find her at the sewing machine. For the past couple years, she has been designing and creating adorable little stuffed animals.

A Chicago family is on a mission to help other families during the worst. It started with a stuffed animal and it’s growing to raise money and awareness for organ donation. NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter reports.

In this episode of “The Path Forward,” NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter talks with Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, also known as The Money Coach, about the historical roots of economic violence and what needs to be done to reduce financial inequities among Black and brown people.

In this episode of “The Path Forward,” NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter talks with Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, also known as The Money Coach, about the historical roots of economic violence and what needs to be done to reduce financial inequities among Black and brown people.

Chicago Lights aims to break down the barriers of poverty, hoping to help children and adults lead fulfilling lives. NBC 5’s Michelle Relerford has more details on the group’s mission.

Residents in Auburn Gresham will have more fresh food options this summer thanks to the Stein Learning Gardens at Saint Sabina, which celebrated the grand opening of its new community food hub today. NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter reports

The Chicago Latino Film Festival is set to kick off, and while things will look slightly different because of the COVID pandemic, the festival will still aim to share the stories and artistic vision of Latinx performers and filmmakers. NBC 5’s Michelle Relerford has more details.

A Chicago man spent 21 years of his life in prison, and since being released three years ago he has started a non-profit organization aiming to reduce the growing number of crime and violence in his community. NBC 5’s Vi Nguyen shares his story.

The Kristin Arielle Oliver Memorial Foundation blood drive will take place next month, and Oliver’s family is hoping the event will help spread the message of just how important blood donation can be to the lives of thousands of people. NBC 5’s Michelle Relerford has more.