Community
Group urges City Council to vote against remap that reduces black wards
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Census data shows a drop in the African-American population, which could result in fewer black majority wards.
Community
Winter overnight parking ban resumes Dec. 1
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In Austin, it covers West Division and West Madison streets and Central Avenue.
Community
West Side high school hosts youth financial literacy event
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The listening session, which included student demonstrations and roundtable discussions, was part of a national program to help Americans stay out of debt.
News
Austin homeowners can apply for home-improvement grants
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The deadline is 5 p.m. Dec. 9, and applications are available at Neighborhood Housing Services locations or one of the three Austin ward offices.
News
Austin school celebrates career day
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Students at Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School heard success stories from more than 10 business leaders.
News
Proposal aims to end jail time for some marijuana offenses
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Issuing tickets would allow police to focus more time on violent offenders and generate up to $7 million in revenue for the city.
News
Town hall meeting: Let’s get teens working
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The event, hosted by Columbia College Chicago, addressed the decline in employment opportunities for young people.
News
Black aldermen propose new ward boundaries
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The shrinking African-American population has leaders looking for ways to save political strength
News
Senior citizen, city at odds over leaky bathroom
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South Austin Coalition Community Council will hold a press conference today over the dispute involving a longtime Austin resident and Chicago’s Department of Housing and Economic Development.
News
Homicides are up in Austin
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Deaths for the first half of the year are down citywide, according to RedEye. The Chicago Reader analyzes gun registrations.