Community
Kidz Express gets a makeover
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South Austin residents and ComEd volunteers cleaned up and applied a fresh coat of paint to the facility at 342 S. Laramie Ave.
Community
Volunteer opportunities on the West Side
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There are many ways you can help out in and near the Austin community during the holidays and beyond.
News
Be one of Santa’s helpers
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Help make an Austin child’s Christmas a little brighter by donating a gift. See the flyer for more details. The deadline is Dec. 12.
News
Rep. Ford indicted on bank fraud charges
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Ford sent out an email Thursday afternoon announcing he’s planning to meet with constituents Friday at his office, 5104 W. Chicago Ave.
Community
Community forum on the culture of testing at CPS Thursday
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The 7 to 9 p.m. meeting at Holstein Park, 2200 N Oakley Ave., will allow attendees to discuss standardized testing. Those interested in participating must contact Raise Your Hand to RSVP.
Community
First vote passed to give CPS more time to announce school changes
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Despite protests by Chicagoans who travelled to Springfield to make their voices heard, the measure was approved by the Illinois House Executive Committee. The House and Senate will still have to vote before it can be signed into law by Gov. Pat Quinn.
Community
8th annual holiday parade and tree lighting
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The event, hosted by the Austin Chamber of Commerce and the 15th District Police Department, is set to kick off at West Madison Street and South Cicero Avenue at 6 p.m. Dec. 6.
Community
CPS revises selective school tiers
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The updates will go into effect next school year. Check out the OpenCity app. to see if you’re area has changed.
Community
Austin to receive $1.25 million in TIF funds
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Mayor Rahm Emanuel gathered with community leaders Tuesday at Austin Polytechnical Academy to announce the funding that will be used to support advanced manufacturing education and programs in the community.
Community
4th annual soul food pow-wow Sunday
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The free event will take place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 18 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 846 N. Menard Ave.