Tens of thousands of Chicago-area residents rely on federal rental assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher program, often referred to as Section 8, to help pay for rent in the private market.

If you value independent local news, become a sustainer today. Your gift could help unlock a $1M challenge. The nation’s largest housing assistance program, Section 8, is a lifeline for tenants across ...

A gaggle of scorned landlords and real estate agents across L.A. have a message: If Alexys Watson messages you on Zillow asking if you accept Section 8 vouchers, choose your next words very, very ...

This article was produced by Capital & Main. It is published with permission. In 2020, 62-year-old Callie Rutter was finally ready to move into her own place in Orange County, California. After three ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A Section 8 voucher holder filed over 40 discrimination lawsuits against L.A. landlords and agents, with ...