Ron Turner talks with Sharon Legenza, Executive Director of Housing Action Illinois, a statewide coalition serving communities across Illinois providing advocacy, training, and capacity-building to strengthen affordable housing opportunities. Legenza discusses the services the organization provides, including policy work, housing counseling support, and nonprofit training. Legenza also provided information about statewide initiatives, coalition partnerships, and efforts to prevent and end homelessness. One surprising insight: Illinois’ housing wage is nearly $30/hour for a modest two-bedroom apartment—a number listeners may not expect. (https://housingactionil.org)
Original airdate: 1/4/2026
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Ron joined K-LOVE in 2023 and he covers Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin, portions of NE and NJ, including major markets Chicago, Detroit, and Philadelphia.
