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Chicago Run hosts first in-person race in a year

By Zach Cunning | March 30, 2021

Chicago Run hosted its first in-person race since the start of the pandemic at Columbus Park last weekend.

Westside Black elected officials show support for Loretto Hospital

Austin residents can get vaccinated

Criminal justice forum held Thursday night

Fred Hampton's son keeping his father's legacy alive

Democrat

Congressman Davis declares victory in Democratic primary

By Suzanne McBride | June 28, 2022

U.S. Rep. Danny Davis defeated activist Kina Collins, who was challenging the longtime congressman for a second time. Davis has no opposition at this point in the November general election.

7th congressional district

7th Congressional candidates share views – except that it’s time for a change

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | June 26, 2022

Three Democrats – Kina Collins, Danny K. Davis and Denarvis Mendenhall – are running in the June 28th primary. Early voting continues Monday, and polls will be open Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters will also be weighing in on several other local, state and federal races.

Future Perfect

World premiere of opera to be held in Austin this weekend

By AustinTalks | June 23, 2022

The opera “Future Perfect” will be performed June 23-26 at the Kehrein Center for the Arts. Tickets as low as $5 are available to anyone 18 and under and to adults who bring at least four children.

Columbus Park

Juneteenth celebrated at Columbus Park

By Michelle Meyer | June 22, 2022

Columbus Park hosted two Juneteenth festivals last weekend, with hundreds of West Siders taking part. Mark your calendar for next year’s celebrations.

Austin

Several Austin schools to get less funding from CPS next year

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | June 19, 2022

Seven Austin schools would see a decline in their budgets under the proposed budget that will be considered by the Board of Education on June 22. Six others would see an increase. See the details for each school’s budget here.

Community

Town hall focuses on violence, mental health

By Michelle Meyer | June 16, 2022

There are a number of mental health resources available to Austin residents, with more soon available. PCC Community Wellness Center started construction of a new pavilion to further address mental health, and Thresholds will be opening a clinic later this summer.

Austin Town Hall

Farmers market season returns to Austin

By Michelle Meyer | June 15, 2022

There are two weekly farmers markets in Austin, both on Thursdays. The PCC Austin Farm Stand is held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and the Austin City Market happens from 1 to 6 p.m.

AAABNA

Austin’s Taste of Chicago, Soul City Blues festival a success

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | June 14, 2022

At least 4,000 people gathered in Austin Saturday to enjoy music, food and family fun along the Soul City Corridor along Chicago Avenue.

15th district

100 Blocks/100 Churches, other peace-building community initiatives taking place this summer in Austin

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | June 12, 2022

The 15th Police District and faith leaders will host several community events throughout the summer in an effort to reduce violence.

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic

West Siders invited to Miles Davis tribute concert in Austin

By Michelle Meyer | June 9, 2022

The Chicago Jazz Philharmonic performs Sunday in Austin for the first time as the start of a three-concert series being held at the Kehrein Center for the Arts.

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