Austin
West Siders will meet again to discuss creating community court in Austin
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Cook County Commissioner will host the meeting 6 p.m. Aug. 27 at BUILD, 5100 W. Harrison St. Please RSVP by email or phone.
criminal justice
Austin residents attend restorative justice forum, voice concerns over local resources
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The forum, held at BUILD’s headquarter last weekend, addressed the healing practices that require community involvement to accomplish repair and re-entry for ex-offenders.
Chicago Police Department
Austin residents, police and elected officials had ‘real talk’ about community justice
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Last weekend’s discussion, hosted by state Rep. Camille Lilly and Cook County State’s Attorney Kimberly Foxx, addressed public concerns about the criminal justice system and community policing.
criminal justice
Stop by the Community Justice Center West Office Wednesday
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Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx invites the public to an open house celebrating the office’s seventh anniversary. The event will be held at 4 West Chicago Ave. in Oak Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 12.
News
Summit offers solutions for criminal justice reform
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State Rep. La Shawn Ford organized the event, which brought together ex-offenders, officials, lawyers and concerned citizens.
Community
Attend restoring justice summit Saturday
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The event, sponsored by state Rep. La Shawn Ford, the Wiley Resource Center and John Marshall Law School, will be held April 11.
Community
Juvenile justice workshop held tonight
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The free event will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Austin branch of the Chicago Public Library, 5416 W. Race St.
News
Former congressional aide covets 1st District seat
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Richard Boykin, former chief of staff to U.S. Rep. Danny Davis, touts his Capitol Hill experience in his quest to get elected to the Cook County Board.
News
Ex-alderman attempting comeback
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After going to prison on corruption charges, Ike Carothers said his 11-year tenure on the Chicago City Council makes him the best choice for the Cook County Board.
Opinion
Local NAACP chapter pushes for criminal justice reforms
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The local branch urges everyone to get involved in the fight for economic and social justice. These issues will be discussed at a conference in April and at local meetings the first Saturday of every month.