Community
Where should there be bike routes on the West Side?
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The Chicago Department of Transportation is seeking input from local residents at a community meeting March 21 at the Austin Library, 5615 W. Race.
Community
All welcome at a job and resource fair March 19
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Ald. Emma Mitts is sponsoring the event, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bethel New Life. Bring a resume and dress professionally.
1963 Voting Rights Act
The right to vote takes center stage at Austin Town Hall
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West Side residents recall how long and hard African-Americans battled for their rights at the polling place and urged others to keep up the fight.
37th Ward
Two elected officials square off in 29th Ward committeemen race
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Ald. Chris Taliaferro’s name appears on Tuesday’s primary ballot, while state Rep. La Shawn Ford is running as a write-in candidate.
Ald. Emma Mitts
West Side Democrats urging high turnout for March 15 primary
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Early voting continues through Monday, while polls on Election Day will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Community
Get help with your taxes at no cost
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The city of Chicago is offering free help for qualified individuals at several sites, including Austin Town Hall, 5610 W. Lake St., on Saturdays through April 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This year, the deadline to file taxes is Monday, April 18.
Community
Residents invited to town hall on voter rights
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Learn more about legislation that state Rep. La Shawn Ford has introduced in the Illinois House at the March 12 event.
Ald. Chris Taliaferro
The community ponders Chicago’s lack of investment in Austin
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West Side residents, leaders who met last week at the 15th District police headquarters said city officials have to get serious about economic development or residents will continue to flock to Oak Park to eat, shop.
Community
Is Chicago’s drinking water safe?
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The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District and city officials will be making presentations at the March 10 event, sponsored by Ald. Chris Taliaferro and Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin.
art
Art show features work by youth affected by violence
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The Austin-based BUILD held an art show last weekend, where a variety of pieces were featured and money raised for the nonprofit that works with youth on Chicago’s West and South sides.