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His primary opponent, Oak Park River Forest High School teacher Anthony Clark, said he would have attended if he had been congressman. The two will face off in the Democratic primary, which is March 20.
There will be entertainment, food and socializing from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 21 at Columbus Park Field House, 500 S. Central Ave. Congressman Danny Davis along with several other officials are putting on the free event.
The “State of the African American Male (SAAM)” conference, slated for Sept. 8 and 8 at University of Illinois at Chicago, feature a resource fair and workshops on issues including violence, jobs and poverty.
In a speech at the City Club, U.S. Rep. Danny Davis also thanked the audience for their support after the recent and unexpected death of his son.
Elected officials decry the closure and local residents say more investment needed in Austin.
The event will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 23 at Xilin Art Academy, 2356 S. Wentworth Ave.
Stop by his new office at 2813-15 W. Fifth Avenue between 3 to 7 p.m. Dec. 12. All are welcome.
This year’s 7th district congressional contest showcased an array of work produced by high school students from Chicago’s West Side and nearby suburbs.
Austin Chamber of Commerce head Amara Enyia is launching the Bridge Initiative, which will connect young people with veteran activists and community leaders.
Congressman Danny K. Davis and dozens of West Side groups and churches are sponsoring the 6:30 p.m. event at the Garfield Park Band Shell.