News
West Side women encouraged to seek screening, exams for breast cancer
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There are many services in and outside the Austin community that provide free or reduced cost exams and mammograms to detect and treat breast cancer early.
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.
Community
Austin to receive $1.25 million in TIF funds
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Mayor Rahm Emanuel gathered with community leaders Tuesday at Austin Polytechnical Academy to announce the funding that will be used to support advanced manufacturing education and programs in the community.
News
West Side protests U.S. Bank closing
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Its West Division branch is slated to close today, and leaders and members of the community say they’re angry representatives didn’t properly notify the community.
Community
4th annual soul food pow-wow Sunday
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The free event will take place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 18 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 846 N. Menard Ave.
Opinion
West Side teacher demands change in Chicago’s schools
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Austin resident, parent and teacher Brandon Johnson reflects on a recent incident in the lunchroom at a South Side school, which he says is an indication of a larger problem.
News
Chicago Chargers plead for help getting to championship
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The youth football players and cheerleaders have a chance to go to Tampa Bay, Fla., in December, but they need to raise $25,000 in just two weeks.
Community
Christ the King to host peace basketball tournament Saturday
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The 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 17 event at the college prepatory school, 5088 W. Jackson Blvd., will bring together rival gang members for a day of shooting hoops and hope.
Community
Chronic absenteeism setting back Chicago students
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A recent Tribune series on truancy in Chicago Public Schools looks at the issue affecting tens of thousands of students citywide.
News
IDOT close to second stage of Ike improvements, window for public input narrowing
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The Illinois Department of Transportation is considering 10 options that would widen the section of the Eisenhower Expressway through Austin. Residents still have time to submit feedback.