Blog
Welcome to LCBH’s Blog. Our blog delivers original articles written by our staff, interns and volunteers. We strive to provide informative stories about the work we do on behalf of Chicago renters and the issues renters face.Mark’s Musings: May 2026
Greetings from May! It’s hard to believe we’re already in the second quarter of 2026. Over the past few months, we’ve been busy meeting with community and government partners, donors, and volunteers across the city, sharing strategies to improve housing outcomes for renters through service...
Celebrating Dr. King’s legacy with Bernie Kleina
This month we had the opportunity to sit down with Civil Rights Activist and Photographer, Bernie Kleina, to discuss the lasting impact of Dr. King on his career and the legal field. Read more:
Independent evaluator finds Right to Counsel Pilot creates greater access to justice for Chicago’s renters
Stout, a global advisory firm, released its independent evaluation of Chicago’s Right to Counsel (RTC) Pilot Program in late November. Compiling nearly three years' worth of data from LCBH and our partners, Legal Aid Chicago and CARPLS, Stout’s report analyzes the impact and cost...
LCBH rings Nasdaq Bell in celebration of 2023 Chicago Innovation Award
We are thrilled to announce LCBH Executive Director, Mark Swartz, and Rentervention Director, Conor Malloy, rang the Nasdaq Opening Bell alongside other 2023 Chicago Innovation Award Winners on July 9th. The exciting invitation followed Rentervention’s 2023 Wintrust Chicago Neighbor Award,...
Mark’s Musing: August 2024
People say there’s nothing better than summertime in Chicago, and based on the last few months, I’d have to agree! Music and street festivals are in full swing, the lakefront is teeming with folks enjoying the warm weather, and our staff is celebrating huge milestones locally and nationally!
LCBH welcomes 2024 summer interns
Help us welcome our 2024 summer interns! We can’t wait to see everything they’ll accomplish for Chicago’s renters as they tackle legal issues in and outside of eviction court through eviction defense, sealing, conditions issues, and Rentervention. Meet our fabulous five and learn what they’re...
Mark’s Musings: January 2024
Amid all the changes in the last year, there is one constant: our staff. Our staff attorneys, paralegals, supportive services, and administrative team are the backbone of our work. I’m proud to share that as LCBH continues to deliver high-quality services to renters, we are also cultivating an organization where housing advocates want to work. Learn more about the steps LCBH has taken in the past year to make this more than just a proclamation.