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Millions of Americans live in urban food deserts without access to fresh food. A Council Emerging Leaders report details how some cities are beginning to find a way forward.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs report highlights the fact that America’s commitment to global food security is more important than ever.

Nearly a decade ago, SAWBO was launched by and remains co-directed by Drs. Julia Bello-Bravo and Barry Pittendrigh, both currently faculty members at Michigan State University (MSU).

Despite public divisions over US aid to Ukraine, support for taking in those fleeing the Russian invasion remains unchanged since March.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, Lisa Moon explains food loss and waste.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Craig Kafura, Brendan Helm, Jack Benjamin, Eliza Posner explains Public Opinon on Coronavirus for the week of May 6.

Despite 75 years of struggle, two scholars remain cautiously optimistic about the future.

We share our top picks for books to read in the weeks ahead that delve into what sort of world might emerge when the pandemic has passed.

As the country splinters along geographic and ideological lines, post-election divisions could portend the rise of a new American city-state movement.

A solid majority (69%) say that it would never be justified for Moscow to use a tactical nuclear weapon in its current military operation against Kyiv.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Ian Klaus explains how conferences can call attention to that which scientists and policymakers don’t know.

The post-industrial communities of the Midwest are shaking off their Rust Belt label to emerge as leaders in the blue and green economies.

Nonresident Fellow and Emerging Leader alumnus Endy Zemenides shares his perspective on global cities and Cyprian independence with Makis Provatas.

The recent terrorist attack in Brussels is prompting serious and important thinking about the security of global cities. 

Inevitably, the COVID-19 pandemic will change how people across the world think about foreign relations. Craig Kafura looks at Australia as a case study for how these changes affect public opinion.

In order for global cities to be able to grow—despite their home countries' economic challenges—they must focus on developing and attracting global talent.

How the Chicago Council on Global Affairs is handling the stay-at-home order due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A Democratic victory provides an opportunity for transatlantic collaboration, but structures for cooperation among stakeholders in the US need to be revived.

The White House Situation Room has entertained grandstanding that betrays the seriousness of the "Sit Room" and its national security function.

COVID-19 cases are on the decline worldwide and in some countries, people are feeling hopeful as they recover aspects of their pre-COVID lives.