News
The Rev. Ira Acree releases book on finding “Mr. Right” just in time for Valentine’s Day
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The Feb. 12 signing attracted area women looking for practical and spiritual guidance for dating.
Community
Official wants memorials removed from West Side
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They’re not a “good look” for the community, says 28th Ward Ald. Jason Ervin.
News
Police response slow in Austin compared to Near North neighborhoods
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Data showing inequities in the number of police dispatched prompted a lawsuit against the city, but residents have not seen improvements.
News
Austin and Garfield Park team up for Little League
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The merger increases baseball diamonds from one to eight for Austin kids, and players will receive free tutoring, mentoring and ACT prep classes.
Opinion
Austin, the kid, takes a stand for freedom
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Graphic designer and artist Rickie P. Brown Sr. presents an African-American history month cartoon that addresses a modern issue.
News
29th Ward alderman kicks off her committeeman campaign
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She says challenger, U.S. Rep. Danny K. Davis, can’t do the job from his office in Washington, but she’ll be working daily with residents on the West Side.
Community
Stand up for climate justice
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Community groups will unite on the West Side Wednesday for an unprecedented summit to mobilize Chicago neighborhoods against climate change.
News
The Rev. Ira Acree calls for restoration of law that would help report black missing children
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The Minority Tax Certificate program fostered diversity in media by providing incentives that increased black ownership of radio and TV stations.
Community
Austin Safety Net Works basketball kicks off new season
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The workshop series focuses on building skills, having fun and enforcing healthy habits.
Community
Ald. Deborah Graham visits Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School
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She spent the morning interacting with parents, students, teachers and administrators as part of Take Your Alderman to School Week.