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T.J. Kremer III

28th Ward

March primaries could secure power for West Side politicians

By T.J. Kremer III | December 9, 2015

State lawmakers won’t see much competition this election cycle, but committeemen races could get interesting now that the Nov. 30th filing deadline has passed.

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West Side group says new tax needed to help stop the violence

By T.J. Kremer III | November 30, 2015

The Greater Austin Independent Political Organization will holds it next meeting Dec. 12.

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Mitts looks to create safe harbor in 37th Ward

By T.J. Kremer III | October 25, 2015

The longtime alderman discussed several issues at her annual state of the ward address last week.

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Home field advantage for elected officials

By T.J. Kremer III | October 20, 2015

West Side aldermen get deal on Chicago Cubs playoff tickets.

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West Side state lawmaker announces his reelection bid

By T.J. Kremer III | October 5, 2015

Rep. La Shawn Ford is seeking a sixth term in the Illinois House of Representatives.

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As gun violence continues to surge in Austin, residents look for answers

By T.J. Kremer III | September 21, 2015

Nearly 30 people have been killed in Austin so far this year and dozens of others have been shot.

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Chicago violence, solutions come to life on stage

By T.J. Kremer III | September 3, 2015

The theater group Collaboraction performed its “Crime Scene: Breathe Life” play recently at Austin Town Hall.

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Strategic plan to improve the community discussed tonight

By T.J. Kremer III | August 27, 2015

Austin Coming Together will hold a town hall meeting Aug. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Austin Town Hall.

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New charter opens in Austin

By T.J. Kremer III | August 25, 2015

Moving Everest Charter School welcomed 180 students to the dismay of some.

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Bitoy’s Sweet Treats off to successful start after rally

By T.J. Kremer III | August 19, 2015

More than $2,000 in sales was recorded Saturday at the Austin African American Business Networking Association’s latest BEER event.

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