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Bank closing West Division branch
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Despite accusations the financial institution is abandoning the community, a spokeswoman said they hope to open a new location in Austin.
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Winter giveaway today, next month for the needy
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Residents can receive free coats, hats, gloves and other clothing today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at New Jehova Baptist Church, 1101 S. Austin St. A toy giveaway will be held in December.
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Austin legislator says getting laws passed to help the West Side may prove difficult
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Rep. La Shawn Ford will push for legislation to help ex-offenders and get an elected school board, but winning approval of these measures will be challenging even with a Democrat-controlled legislature.
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Local voters will get chance to weigh in on school board selection
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In many precincts across Austin, voters will be asked if Chicago should have an elected school board.
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CTA train upgrades underway, improved bike lanes slated for Austin
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Watch the video to learn about changes being made to make it easier to commute in and around the West Side.
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West Side state rep. race pits Democrat against Democrat
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While Lance Tyson is running as an independent under the 10th District Unity Party, he’s calling himself “the REAL Democrat” in the race against former state Rep. Derrick Smith.
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A spooky Halloween celebration in Austin
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The Oct. 25 event was held at the Austin Town Hall Park. More fun is yet to be had on the West Side. Read more to learn where you can celebrate Halloween tonight.
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West Siders learn African dance, history
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The Friday night beginners’ course is one of multiple programs offered at the Sankofa Cultural Arts & Business Center, 5820 W. Chicago Ave.
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West Siders attend Second Chance Banking event
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Last week’s financial literacy program was the first of multiple citywide events aimed to help residents learn to rebuild credit, buy homes and reduce dependency on currency exchanges. The next event is in Englewood Oct. 27.