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Watch and discuss the movie “13th” with state Rep. Camille Lilly

By AustinTalks | June 22, 2017

Seventeen-year-olds and almost 17-year-olds are invited to view the Netflix documentary – which analyzes the criminalization of African Americans and the prison boom – from noon to 3:30 p.m. June 23 at By the Hand, 415 N. Laramie.

Community

Middle and high schools invited to enter writing competition

By AustinTalks | February 26, 2017

The Chicago Police Department’s 15th District community policing is sponsoring the event; the deadline to enter is 5 p.m. Feb. 28th.

Community

Attend tonight’s town hall meeting on reparations

By AustinTalks | July 28, 2016

State Rep. La Shawn Ford is sponsoring the event at Malcolm X College from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

News

Eight church members honored for their service

By Cara Ball | March 8, 2015

Congressman Danny Davis organized the annual event, which also highlighted civil rights leaders of the past.

Opinion

Time to honor African-American history, but how?

By Malcolm Crawford | February 12, 2014

Austin businessman urges West Siders to recognize and honor one of their own.

Opinion

Congressman Davis backs state lawmakers’ vote on mandatory minimum bill

By Rep. Danny Davis | November 13, 2013

The earliest the legislation could be considered by the Illinois General Assembly is in January.

Opinion
John W. Fountain III.

Summer cycle of death continues

By John W. Fountain III | July 20, 2012

Columnist John Fountain III writes about the deeper issues behind the violence plaguing the city.

News

Decline in West Side’s population could mean drop in political power

By Sarah Ostman | April 19, 2011

Attend free redistricting workshops this week and next to learn more about the process and how it will affect you. An Illinois Senate redistricting committee will hold another hearing later today.

Opinion

The problem with the 21st Century is still the color line

By John W. Fountain III | January 31, 2011

Commentator John W. Fountain III shares his thoughts on Black History Month.

Opinion

Update your real status

By John W. Fountain III | December 1, 2010

One way to commemorate World AIDS Day is to get tested. That’s what commentator John W. Fountain III advises.

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