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Youth program seeks kids wanting to do something fun this summer

05.13.2013 Community

The Chicago Chargers football, dance, cheer and band squads will be registering participants every Saturday afternoon.

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Stop the violence talent show helps keep youth off the streets

05.10.2013 News

Performers danced, sang and rapped at last month’s event. See what you missed!

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Local alderman hosts senior citizens prom

05.09.2013 Community

The event is geared for Austin-area residents over 50.

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The lost voices of children

05.09.2013 Opinion

The needs of the world’s youngest citizens must be taken into account if the world is to be a safer, better place, writes Rasheena Fountain.

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Austin lawmaker continues to press for restorative justice

05.08.2013 Community

Rep. La Shawn Ford held another legislative meeting to highlight what advocates are doing to bring peace to communities.

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Lewis teachers agree to different curriculum, not turnaround

05.07.2013 News

Students and educators at the Austin school slated for all new staff push their own plan at a recent public hearing.

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AustinTalks wins prestigious awards

05.06.2013 News

The web site was honored at the annual Peter Lisagor dinner put on by the Chicago Headline Club.

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Health event shows stark disparities

05.03.2013 News

Experts say African-Americans have a higher death rate than whites, and regular check-ups could be key to lowering those numbers.

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Austin lawmaker pushes for ex-cons to get second chance

05.02.2013 News

The proposal by Rep. La Shawn Ford (D-Chicago) would seal some criminal records, making it easier to get a job.

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First class graduates from local entrepreneurship program

05.01.2013 Community

Last month, 28 prospective business owners completed 15 weeks of classes offered by Bethel New Life.

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