Community
Austin lawmaker continues to press for restorative justice
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Rep. La Shawn Ford held another legislative meeting to highlight what advocates are doing to bring peace to communities.
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First class graduates from local entrepreneurship program
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Last month, 28 prospective business owners completed 15 weeks of classes offered by Bethel New Life.
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New way of picking up Chicago’s trash
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Last week, Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced the final phase of the Grid Garbage Transition, which is expected to save the city $18 million annually.
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Applications now being accepted for summer internship programs
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There are spots for about 7,000 teens; the six-week program starts in July.
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GED prep classes at Douglass Academy
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It’s not too late to enroll in the course, which runs until late June.
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Gov. Quinn to eliminate certain questions on state employment applications
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In letter to Rep. La Shawn Ford, the governor’s office indicates that an executive order will be issued that could make it easier for those convicted of non-violent crimes to be considered for jobs.
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Performance series coming to Austin
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Austin Town Hall will host musical and theatrical acts every other Saturday, starting this month and running through August.
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Unruly teens have West Side aldermen worried
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Parents of children who break curfew could be subject to mandatory counseling sessions.
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Ministers plan an hourlong prayer for 2012 murder victims
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A sea of red worn by church leaders and Chicagoans is expected to cover many of the West and South Side street corners.
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Multiple events keep students entertained during spring break
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Because I Care Inc. gives Austin area children a safe haven during last week’s vacation.