Community
Thanksgiving food drive, celebrations, turkey giveaways happening this week
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Events are being held Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday on the West Side.
News
Blues legend Larry Taylor’s quest to revive the blues on Chicago’s West Side
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With a musical career spanning several decades, Taylor wants to “bring the blues back to his community.” That’s what music is all about – bringing people together, he says.
Community
BUILD Chicago holding job fair Thursday
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The non-profit has more than 20 full- and part-time positions in violence intervention, youth enrichment, community wellness and other areas. Stop by Bethel New Life , 1140 N. Lamon Ave., on Nov. 10 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Community
Turkey giveaway being held Wednesday in Austin
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Turkeys and the trimmings will be distributed starting at 8 a.m. Nov. 9 at 5015 W. Madison St. Holiday meals will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Masks are required.
2022 general election
Just a few days left to vote in the 2022 general election
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Early voting continues Sunday and Monday at more than 50 sites across the city, including locations in the 29th and 37th wards. On Tuesday – Election Day – polling places will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
15th District Police
Crime rates drop as Austin anti-violence program teams up with CPD
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Officials hope crime will continue to drop with the help of groups like the Austin-based Institute for Nonviolence Chicago.
News
City seeks input from residents about permanent public art in Austin
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After hearing from residents, the artist-led Public Art Reimagining Tour with You (PARTY) is sharing six proposals under consideration.
Community
Faith leaders, elected officials challenge Chicagoans to find those responsible for Halloween mass shooting
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“This is unacceptable,” Rev. Ira Acree of Greater St. John Bible Church said of Monday night’s shooting. “We are calling upon all Chicagoans to assist in getting the perpetrators of these crimes off the street.”
News
There’s plenty for Austin youth to do: Check out these activities
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At this month’s 15th Police District youth meeting, community groups shared safe spaces and mentoring opportunities for youth.
Brandon Johnson
Austin resident Brandon Johnson running for Chicago mayor
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Johnson is backed by the Chicago Teachers Union and United Working Families. He is the ninth candidate to join the race to challenge incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot in the Feb. 28th primary.