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West Side minister hoping to replace Johnson on the Cook County board

By Austin Weekly News | April 26, 2023

Rev. Ira J. Acree, pastor of Greater St. John Bible Church and co-chairman of the Leaders Network, hopes to replace Brandon Johnson when he leaves the 1st District seat to become mayor of Chicago next month.

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West Siders want former 15th District commander as next top cop

By Austin Weekly News | April 13, 2023

Tuesday’s town hall was the first of four public hearings being held across the city as the search for the Chicago Police Department’s next superintendent continues. Several people said they want former 15th District Commander Ernest Cato to get the job.

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Group of West Side faith leaders back Brandon Johnson for mayor

By Austin Weekly News | March 16, 2023

After staying neutral in the Feb. 28th race, the Leaders Network this week announced it’s supporting Cook County Commissioner Brandon Johnson over Paul Vallas in the April 4th runoff.

29th Ward

29th Ward alderman seeks input on spending $1 million

By Austin Weekly News | September 4, 2020

West Side residents have until Sept. 19 to submit their ideas on how the “menu money” should be spent. Community volunteers and Ald. Chris Taliaferro’s office will whittle down the suggestions for residents to vote on in coming months.

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‘We have to own this,’ say white demonstrators during Madison Street march

By Austin Weekly News | June 5, 2020

At least 1,500 people participated in a peaceful protest Thursday evening from Oak Park to Austin. It was organized by state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford.

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Austin street could be named after Harriet Tubman

By Austin Weekly News | May 1, 2018

A resolution to rename parts of North Avenue after the former slave who became one of the most famous “conductors” on the Underground Railroad is pending in the Illinois House, according to our partners at the Austin Weekly News.

Obamacare

Congressman Danny Davis, others blasts GOP’s vote to dismantle Obamacare

By Austin Weekly News | May 15, 2017

Repeal and replace of the Affordable Care Act was also criticized by local residents who have benefited from the coverage that is now in peril.

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Austin residents: We’re fed up with treatment by police

By Austin Weekly News | December 18, 2014

In the wake of the Ferguson decision, Greater St. John Church hosted a community meeting earlier this month.

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New Cook County commissioner takes office

By Austin Weekly News | December 7, 2014

Richard Boykin represents the 1st District, and Adam Salzman, an Oak Park village trustee, is his policy director.

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Some push for West Side to be represented on new governor’s team

By Austin Weekly News | November 11, 2014

State Rep. La Shawn Ford calls for Gov.-elect Rauner to included.

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