Community
Say “no” to charter school proposal
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A longtime resident urges officials to reject the Chicago Education Partnership’s plan to open in Austin.
Community
Fire safety fair to be held at Columbus Park
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The first 50 participants to register for the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago’s Team Firestopper program will receive free equipment.
Community
Sign up for health insurance tonight
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The Loretto Hospital Clergy Council and 29th Ward Ald. Deborah Graham host a free enrollment event 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 9 in the sixth floor auditorium, 645 S. Central Avenue.
News
Six candidates meet deadline to run for the Cook County Board
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Five men and one woman want to replace retiring Commissioner Earlean Collins, who’s stepping down after 16 years in office.
Community
Donations accepted through Dec. 11th
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The North Avenue Business Association holds its eighth annual food drive.
Community
Applications being accepted for After School Matters
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Hundreds of programs citywide – including several in Austin – begin Jan. 27, so teens should apply now.
Community
Austin’s annual Christmas celebration this week
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The parade kicks off at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5th at Madison and Cicero, and the tree lighting will be at 7:15 p.m. in front of the 15th District Police headquarters.
News
Time running out to support the Chicago Chargers youth football team
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Saturday is the deadline to make a donation so players can compete in the national championships early next month in Florida.
Community
Happy Thanksgiving
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Christ Resurrection MB Church will serve a free community dinner today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
News
Don’t miss your chance to play Santa
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Chicago Sun-Times columnist Mark Brown visited Milton Brunson Math & Science School recently to meet some of the children who will receive a present this holiday season through the newspaper’s annual gift-giving program.