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Austin residents attend education conference
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The event, sponsored by the Better Government Association and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, featured several workshops for parents.
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Austin homeowners can apply for home-improvement grants
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The deadline is 5 p.m. Dec. 9, and applications are available at Neighborhood Housing Services locations or one of the three Austin ward offices.
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Austin: Weigh in on new school action guidelines
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Members of the public have until 5 p.m. Nov. 21 to express their opinions about CPS’ new criteria.
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Austin school celebrates career day
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Students at Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School heard success stories from more than 10 business leaders.
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Sankofa invites Austin residents to love their natural hair
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Saturday’s event will include panel discussions, presentations and vendors selling haircare and beauty items.
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Austin residents receive utility bill assistance
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Low-income households can apply for help at the South Austin Community Coalition or any CEDA location throughout the city.
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Proposal aims to end jail time for some marijuana offenses
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Issuing tickets would allow police to focus more time on violent offenders and generate up to $7 million in revenue for the city.
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Town hall meeting: Let’s get teens working
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The event, hosted by Columbia College Chicago, addressed the decline in employment opportunities for young people.
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Some Austin school test scores on the rise
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Five elementary schools received awards, but the high schools are still among the lowest performing in the area.
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New affordable senior housing complex accepting applications
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The West Side facility, named after community activist Enola Dew, recently opened.