News
Christ the King students meet CeaseFire leaders
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The principal said the school has plans to create a violence prevention project on the West Side.
News
At Peace Tournament, mayor, West Side aldermen call for more activities for Austin youth
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The Nov. 17 basketball game, sponsored by NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas and CeaseFire, brought together rival gang members with the hope of ending conflict on the streets.
News
NBA players fight violence with “balling for peace” game
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Last week’s tournament united four rival gangs in an at attempt to stop shooting on the South Side. CeaseFire hopes to hold a similar event on the West Side.
Community
City looking for ways to reduce crime
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The increase in homicides has Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Police Department looking for ways to keep residents safe.
Opinion
Final school bells mark official killing season opener
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With the summer’s heat on the rise, columnist John W. Fountain III writes about the expected increase in violent acts across the city, and urges residents and leaders to reassess measures being taken to address the problem.
Community
Healing Temple Head Start “Say No to Violence!” march Thursday
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You can join the group at 10 a.m. tomorrow to show young people and the community your support to end violence.
News
Austin views award-winning documentary “The Interrupters”
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The March 5 screening at Austin Town Hall brought residents and activists together with a mission to prevent violence and save lives.
News
Activists, young people discuss reform at juvenile justice forum
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Many ideas exchanged about how to keep young people out of trouble in Austin, which has the third highest number of teen arrests in the city.
News
More police to be deployed in Austin
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It’s not clear how many new officers will be assigned to the West Side starting Sunday.
Community
Local students host health fair for community
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There will be plenty to do and see Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Michele Clark High School.