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Teen killed in Austin six years ago remembered

By Patrick Smith | April 17, 2014

The legacy of Marcus Greer’s short life endures as friends and family still mourn his passing.

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Vigil marks teen’s death, tries to prevent more

By Patrick Smith | April 15, 2014

The public is invited to attend from 5 to 8 p.m. tonight in the 400 block of South Lotus Avenue.

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Circle Family Healthcare Network a victim of state’s financial problems

By Patrick Smith | February 19, 2013

Experts and political leaders say the state’s huge backlog of unpaid bills is hurting the neediest residents of Illinois and demands a permanent solution.

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West Side teen’s death affects many for years to come

By Patrick Smith | February 14, 2013

The trauma of 16-year-old Antonio Fenner’s killing reverberates through his circle of friends and family.

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Rev. Flowers laid to rest

By Patrick Smith | December 18, 2012

State Rep. La Shawn Ford, Rev. Ira Acree and others mourn the lost of the longtime West Side leader.

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Rep. Ford supporters flood courtroom

By Patrick Smith | December 13, 2012

A group of more than 40 joined the state representative Downtown on Tuesday when he pleaded not guilty to 17 counts of bank fraud and other related charges.

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Experts: Ford will still be able to serve West Side

By Patrick Smith | December 1, 2012

Political scientists and a fellow state lawmaker say the representative will be able to continue his work in the Illinois House despite his indictment.

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New liquor store likely coming to West Madison

By Patrick Smith | November 29, 2012

The public has until Dec. 17 to submit feedback about the proposed Austin business.

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At Peace Tournament, mayor, West Side aldermen call for more activities for Austin youth

By Patrick Smith | November 20, 2012

The Nov. 17 basketball game, sponsored by NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas and CeaseFire, brought together rival gang members with the hope of ending conflict on the streets.

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IDOT close to second stage of Ike improvements, window for public input narrowing

By Patrick Smith | November 12, 2012

The Illinois Department of Transportation is considering 10 options that would widen the section of the Eisenhower Expressway through Austin. Residents still have time to submit feedback.

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