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Some residents voice frustration that none of the city’s 400 stations is located in Chicago’s most-populated neighborhood, but that could change.

Warnings had been issued during the first month for those caught driving too fast in the 5800 block of West Jackson Boulevard.

For some of Austin’s youngest residents, dying young is an expectation.

An Austin mom endures the pain of her only child’s murder, doing what she can to bring his killer to justice.

Some fear the long strained relationship between officers and West Side residents is beyond repair.

Homicides continue to plague the community, leaving many to wonder what’s being done to make the West Side safer.

Santa Claus made an appearance at the annual tree lighting and parade sponsored by the Austin Chamber of Commerce.

Students from Legal Prep Charter Academies performed, and state Rep. La Shawn Ford spoke on a panel of lawmakers.

Five men and one woman want to replace retiring Commissioner Earlean Collins, who’s stepping down after 16 years in office.

Saturday is the deadline to make a donation so players can compete in the national championships early next month in Florida.