News
Bike tour focuses on Austin’s history, architecture
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It’s not too late to sign up for Saturday’s tour, led by Realtor Lee Diamond.
News
Local residents want more police on the streets
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Cutbacks in the Chicago Police Department’s CAPS program will put more officers in the field, but some worry about community policing being scaled back.
Community
Austin woman prays every day at Augusta Boulevard and Menard Avenue
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Since mid-August, Lauren Shine has gone to the corner twice each day. The Chicago Tribune’s Barbara Brotman introduces us to Shine and her public talks with God.
Business
A West Side landmark returns
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Alice’s restaurant reopened earlier this year on Chicago Avenue, drawing old and new customers looking for soul food made by Alice Carter.
News
Austin Realtor to run for alderman in 37th Ward
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Shanika Finley will challenge incumbent Ald. Emma Mitts in the Feb. 22nd election.
News
Foreclosure continues to hurt West Side
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Holding the property owner/s responsible can be challenging, housing and neighborhood advocates say.
News
March against violence challenges community to fight back
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Dozens of people, including several female political officials, participated in a one-mile march in Austin over the weekend.
Community
Health fair offers check-ups, back-to-school shots
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The free event will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Prosser Career Academy.
Opinion
A letter of hope as the school year begins
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Commentator John W. Fountain III offers words of encouragement for students as a new school year begins.