helath care
Town hall set for Thursday night
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State lawmakers La Shawn Ford, Camille Lilly and Don Harmon want to know what you think about access to health care and other issues facing the state.
Business
West side businesses invited to networking event
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The Austin African American Business Networking Association will host the event April 20 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 5924 W. Chicago Ave.
Austin Town Hall
County officials pledge $4 million to Austin, South Side for job training for youth
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South Shore, Back of the Yards also will receive money as government officials look to address unemployment, violence in Chicago.
violence
Austin congressman says reducing poverty best way to reduce violence
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In a speech at the City Club, U.S. Rep. Danny Davis also thanked the audience for their support after the recent and unexpected death of his son.
Community
Youth sought for “Mizz Behavin” production
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Auditions being held April 13 at the Austin Town Hall for 6- to 12-year-olds and April 14 for 13- to 18-year-olds.
Community
One and all invited to Easter egg hunt
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Rep. La Shawn Ford and the Westside Health Authority have organized the event, which will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. April 14.
internet safety
Former Chicago Bear announces online program to protect kids, elders
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Hall of Famer Richard Dent visited Austin to launch internet safety technology that will pilot at Plato Academy this spring.
black health
Rep. Davis promotes National Minority Health Month with four community events
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The Austin congressman’s office will highlight health disparities in communities of color during April.
Austin
State lawmakers invite you to town hall
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Rep. Camille Lilly and Sen. Don Harmon, along with Westside Community Stakeholders and Fathers Who Care, will hold the event 6 to 8 p.m. April 10 at Austin Town Hall, 5610 W. Lake St.
News
Roses 4 Austin youth mentoring program blooming at St. Catherine-St. Lucy
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High school senior Sydney Jackson started the volunteer group to connect Oak Parkers with the Austin community.