Chicago mayor
Group of Chicagoans want Rep. Ford to run for mayor
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State Rep. La Shawn Ford, an Austin resident, is “open” to running for mayor, though he will not be participating in an event Thursday night organized by others to garner support.
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Food pantries respond to rising need for assistance in Austin
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Amid rising food and gas costs, local groups are helping West Side residents through pop-up pantries and home delivery programs, as well as longstanding food pantry locations.
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Barbers providing free haircuts to hundreds of male students
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The group I Am A Gentleman will provide more than 500 haircuts to Chicago area males. The free haircuts will be given by appointment only on Mondays and Wednesdays through early September.
drugs
Bill proposed to allow safe drug injection sites on West Side
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State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford has introduced legislation that would allow people to inject illegal drugs under supervision. He hopes lawmakers will vote on the proposal later this year.
budget
Residents share priorities, needs at city budget forum in Austin
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West Siders said they want to see homeownership, mental health and climate change prioritized in the city’s 2023 budget. A final public engagement session will be held this weekend.
A Safe Haven
A Safe Haven to open behavioral health center
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The non-profit will open a behavioral healthcare center later this year or early next year with the $2 million federal grant.
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State funding available for violence prevention, youth development programs in Austin
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Grant opportunities, upcoming community events and youth activities were shared at this month’s 15th Police District meeting with West Side faith leaders.
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Bethel New Life gets federal grant
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The non-profit recently learned it will receive a $750,000 federal grant that will be used to help fund a new horticulture center on its campus at 1150 N. Lamon Ave.
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A House in Austin teaches parents to bring healthier options to the table
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The local nonprofit will benefit from the upcoming Food Aid Festival, which will be held July 22 and 23 in Austin. The festival will raise funds for organizations addressing food insecurity.
29th Ward
Rep. Davis hangs onto seat, Ald. Taliaferro loses bid to be a judge
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In an interview, the longtime congressman explains why he was able to beat challenger Kina Collins for a second time. Ald. Taliaferro says he intends to run again for the city council.