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Dozens of homicides recorded in Austin in 2016, one of the city’s deadliest

By AustinTalks | January 10, 2017

Eighty-eight people were slain in Chicago’s most-populated neighborhood.

Austin

Local church brings community together with monthly free meal

By David Woods | December 9, 2016

All are welcome at Friendship Baptist Dec. 9th as they serve their monthly free meal starting at 1 p.m.

Community

We wish you a happy Thanksgiving

By David Woods | November 23, 2016

Community groups and local churches will be holding events for those needing a meal or wanting to play football.

youth

Community leaders introduce the “good neighbor and safety action” plan

By David Woods | October 26, 2016

A coalition of West Side groups, elected officials, clergy members and others urge the West Side to unite in fighting violence and helping young people.

school

West Side lawmakers put spotlight on state of education

By David Woods | October 23, 2016

Parents and teachers from Chicago’s West Side and Oak Park attended a legislative forum last week at which funding and other issues were discussed.

theater

Local actor devoted to bringing theater to Austin

By David Woods | October 16, 2016

Daryl Satcher is directing his play “Mr. Mars Meets Ms. Venus” through Oct. 22nd at ESO Theater, 5401 W. Madison.

Austin

Local theater partners with history group to educate Austin on the importance of childcare

By David Woods | October 12, 2016

The Working Women’s History Project in partnership with the Lookingglass Theater held a panel earlier this month at Third Unitarian Church.

News

Community shows its support of 5K walk, run

By David Woods | September 29, 2016

More than 200 people participated in last weekend’s Austin P.O.W.E.R. event, which celebrated the West Side and all it has to offer.

men's health

Dozens of men turn out for health fair

By David Woods | September 21, 2016

The West Side Men’s group hosted last weekend’s event, which featured information from physicians and included free health screenings.

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