Community
New initiative to give free homes will be discussed at Feb. 4 town hall
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Community leaders will share information about how those working as police officers, firefighters, teachers and emergency medical technicians could be eligible.
Austin Boulevard
New book sheds light on black history on Chicago’s West Side
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Recent resident Jeff Ferdinand has self-published “Austin Boulevard: The Invisible Line between Two Worlds,” which will be discussed later this month at a local library.
Donald Trump
Donald Trump, the big lie and doublethink
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Longtime Austin resident Dwayne Truss warns his fellow citizens to not be confused or misled by the new president.
affordable care act
Sign up now for health insurance
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In-person counselors can help West Sider residents enroll for the first time or change coverage under the Affordable Care Act on Jan. 30 and 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Loretto Hospital, 645 S. Central Ave.
Community
Estate planning seminar set for Saturday
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State Rep. La Shawn Ford and Charmaine Saffore are sponsoring the free event 10 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 28.
Community
West Side group BUILD hosting Jan. 27 event
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There will be games, music, prizes, food and more starting at 5:30 p.m. at Christ the King Jesuit Prep, 5088 W. Jackson Blvd.
Austin Coming Together
West Side group names leader
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Darnell Shields is the new sole executive director of Austin Coming Together. He had shared the position with Andrew Born, who remains with the non-profit group.
Community
Seeking young people who want to sing in citywide group
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Children in 3rd grade or older are invited to participate in the Chicago Children’s Choir; attend a special event 4:15 p.m. Jan. 25 at Austin Town Hall.
access
Community resource open house this week
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The free event, organized by ACCESS and Fathers Who Care, will be 1 to 4 p.m. Jan. 25.
Community
Community discussion this weekend
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Enjoy a free hot breakfast while discussing priorities for Cook County in 2017 with Commissioner Richard Boykin.