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West Siders enjoy narratives and live music at storytelling event

By Nick Samuel | June 6, 2013

Last Friday, local residents shared stories they created. Other stories will be shared at a similar event June 7.

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Stop the violence talent show helps keep youth off the streets

By Nick Samuel | May 10, 2013

Performers danced, sang and rapped at last month’s event. See what you missed!

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Youth organizations demand alternatives to juvenile detention centers

By Nick Samuel | November 27, 2012

Elected officials joined the advocates at the Nov. 19 meeting at La Follette Park Field House to hear about the benefits of mentoring and youth councils.

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West Side protests U.S. Bank closing

By Nick Samuel | November 16, 2012

Its West Division branch is slated to close today, and leaders and members of the community say they’re angry representatives didn’t properly notify the community.

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