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Rickie P. Brown Sr., president of the West Side Historical Society, says the National Guard is not the answer to stopping violence; it’s up to residents and leaders to make changes to restore order and improve the quality of life for citizens.
Columnist John W. Fountain III shares why it’s OK to take a break, and put off til tomorrow what you can do today.
Columnist John W. Fountain III. shares his opinion about two recent events saying, “We are so caught up in minute absurdities, we miss the big picture.”
Columnist John Fountain III writes about the deeper issues behind the violence plaguing the city.
Austin resident, parent and teacher Brandon Johnson shares his opinion about what’s wrong with Chicago Public Schools.
Columnist John W. Fountain III writes about ignoring “haters” and those standing in the way of greatness.
Sen. Kimberly Lightford (4th) says money is available, but school funding continues to be cut.
With the summer’s heat on the rise, columnist John W. Fountain III writes about the expected increase in violent acts across the city, and urges residents and leaders to reassess measures being taken to address the problem.
West Side advocate and community development consultant Valerie Leonard is urging residents to take a stand against a bill she says will decrease funding for neighborhood public schools.
An alliance makes the case to keep North Lawndale together, as officials work on a new map that will be unveiled later this month.