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curfew

Teens reminded of curfew law as officials work to reduce violence

By Ramona Meadors | May 16, 2016

The Cook County Board of Commissions recently approved a resolution that underscores the need for young people to stay indoors at night or face fines and required community service.

Austin Community

Austin students learn entrepreneurial skills through gardening

By Ramona Meadors | May 11, 2016

Young people participating in Mercy Housing’s after-school and summer programs broke ground last weekend on a new garden that will provide fruits and vegetables to Kitchfix, a Chicago meal-delivery service that specializes in local and organic foods.

7th District

Annual competition inspires reflection on the power of art

By Ramona Meadors | May 2, 2016

This year’s 7th district congressional contest showcased an array of work produced by high school students from Chicago’s West Side and nearby suburbs.

Eric Michael Dyson

The country’s first African-American president hasn’t done enough to fight racism, says a well-known black author

By Ramona Meadors | April 28, 2016

In a speech at an Austin church last weekend, Eric Michael Dyson urged Obama to do more to help black Americans in the final months of his presidency.

#50StatesChallenge

West Side dance team seeking support for Tampa competition

By Ramona Meadors | April 24, 2016

Final Explosion is still collecting donations from the public as it gets ready for the April 30th contest.

anti-Chiraq

Teen sends powerful message at youth career expo with special T-shirt

By Ramona Meadors | April 12, 2016

The Morgan Park High School senior started the Straight From the Go campaign to counter the negative image many have of Chicago.

Austin High School

CPS’ one-day walkout, march affects Austin

By Ramona Meadors | April 4, 2016

Teachers and students from Austin High School took to the streets April 1 as part of the citywide Chicago Teachers Union’s day of protest.

Austin Town Hall Center

Civil rights play well received at Austin Town Hall

By Ramona Meadors | March 27, 2016

Audience members were reminded that the quest for equality continues as they watched earlier this month the performance “Of Quiet Birds.”

15th District CAPS

Discussion continues among West Side youth, local law enforcement

By Ramona Meadors | March 24, 2016

The community continues to work on how to build trust and improve relations between Austin residents and the Chicago Police Department.

BUILD Chicago

Local teens wow audience at public speaking contest

By Ramona Meadors | March 22, 2016

High schools won scholarships for taking part in the BUILD’s third-annual event – and brought some audience members to tears with their compelling stories.

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