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Austin lawmaker La Shawn Ford said the new state budget includes $12 million to fund Illinois’ witness protection program. The Leaders Network has been pushing for the funding for years.
Programs are available for victims of domestic violence through Catholic Charities, Sarah’s Inn, the Cook County state’s attorney’s office and the Illinois Domestic Violence hotline.
More than 50 men gathered earlier this month in Austin to sign a pledge against domestic violence. It’s part of the “100 Man Stand Challenge,” where participants pledged to stand up against all acts of violence.
Every day, the Chicago Police Department receives 20 to 40 reports of domestic violence from the West Side’s 11th and 15th Districts.
The free event will be held 3 p.m. Oct. 25 at Kingdom Word Church, 4339 W. Division St.
The Daily Whale web site recently sat down with Ald. Deborah Graham (29th) to discuss her tenure on the Chicago City Council.
Join elected officials and others this Saturday, Oct. 5 at Hope Community Church, 5900 W. Chicago Ave.
This is the second year Ald. Deborah Graham organized the event.
Dozens of people participated in a rally Thursday that was organized to bring attention to the issue.
Journalist Whittney Wright encourages everyone to reach out and help those who are hurt by others.