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West Siders march against domestic violence

By Angelica Jimenez | October 7, 2011

Dozens of people participated in a rally Thursday that was organized to bring attention to the issue.

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Cuts in the community policing program concern West Side residents

By Angelica Jimenez | November 9, 2010

Just two CAPS officers are working in the 15th District of the Chicago Police Department, down from five before this fall’s cuts. That’s causing some Austin residents to question the city’s commitment to the nearly 20-year-old program that brings officers and citizens together to fight crime.

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Mario’s Butcher Shop settlement could impact Austin residents

By Angelica Jimenez | October 25, 2010

Customers of the store at 5817 W. Madison St. have until Oct. 29, 2010, to file a claim as part of a class-action lawsuit.

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March against violence challenges community to fight back

By Angelica Jimenez | September 20, 2010

Dozens of people, including several female political officials, participated in a one-mile march in Austin over the weekend.

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Austin siblings make education their priority

By Angelica Jimenez | September 13, 2010

Both earn four-year scholarships through the Pullman Foundation.

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Quincy Street kids kick off the new school year

By Angelica Jimenez | August 23, 2010

Neighbors in the 5300, 5400 and 5500 block of Quincy Street celebrated the end of summer and their tight-knit community last weekend.

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Public hearing on Community Reinvestment Act brings both criticism and creative solutions

By Angelica Jimenez | August 14, 2010

The public can still submit comments about what changes should be made to the 33-year-old federal law through Aug. 31.

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Youth forum tackles teen suicide

By Angelica Jimenez | June 14, 2010

More than a dozen teens attended a community policing meeting to learn the warning signs and how they can help others who are struggling.

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High school teacher celebrates a golden moment

By Angelica Jimenez | June 3, 2010

Michele Clark math instructor is one of 10 teachers in the Chicago area to receive the coveted Golden Apple Award this spring.

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