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CPS offers alternatives for West Side children whose schools are closed today
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With the Chicago Teachers Union on strike, about 350,000 of the district’s students will have to find other places to go.
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Austin residents return to library thanks to amnesty event
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Chicago Public Library’s citywide program that ends today has allowed members to bring back overdue books and other materials without fees.
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Spencer Elementary model for school improvement
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The Chicago Sun-Times reports the Austin technology academy more than doubled its student performance over the last decade, thanks to Principal Shawn L. Jackson and engaged parents.
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Rep. Ford hosts town hall to address violence, unemployment
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The Aug. 28 meeting invited residents, community leaders and representatives from state agencies to discuss issues affecting those living in Austin and other African-American communities.
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ACT planning “innovation park” and arts district
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Working with Eco-Vidal Design and others, the Austin community coalition is looking for input on the project they hope will include the old Brach’s Candy factory.
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Brunson students kick off year with new playground
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The West Side elementary was one of 10 CPS schools previously without recess space to receive the new equipment.
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Fewer Austin residents claim unemployment
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Recent information shows the rate has dropped, leaving some to believe the economy is getting better but others say it’s down because people have exhausted their benefits.
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MindBloom Preschool will not reopen in Austin
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The early childhood education program’s owner said her ideas were not accepted by the community, resulting in financial difficulties due to low enrollment.
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Community reacts to YMCA member center closure
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Some say the Oct. 1 closing will have a negative impact on the community, but a YMCA spokeswoman says the nearby Logan Square member center and services at Horatio May Community Academy will satisfy residents’ needs.
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One family’s efforts to bring change
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While the owners of the Sankofa Cultural Arts & Business Center say operating their establishment is sometimes “taxing” on their entire family, they say they have seen its positive impact in Austin.