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Surviving the street life
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A former gang member hopes to help others by sharing his past troubles.
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Witnesses fear sharing what they know
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That’s one reason many homicide cases in Chicago remain unsolved, but some also blame mistrust residents have of police.
Community
Austin safety meeting Tuesday
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The 6 p.m. Dec. 11 gathering will be held at the Rock of Our Salvation Evangelical Free Church, 118 N. Central Ave.
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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.
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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.
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Austin residents encourage unity to revive community
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Local leaders and advocates talk about solutions to the problems behind the violence plaguing the West Side. Some say building hope – like youth centers and community gardens – is a step toward finding peace.
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Owners fight city’s plan to demolish South Austin buildings
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Sun-Times columnist Mary Mitchell recently visited properties targeted for leveling because of gang and drug-related activity near eight row houses.
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NBA players fight violence with “balling for peace” game
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Last week’s tournament united four rival gangs in an at attempt to stop shooting on the South Side. CeaseFire hopes to hold a similar event on the West Side.
Community
Austin featured in ‘Violence hits home for aldermen’
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In the Sept. 16 Chicago Sun-Times piece, Ald. Emma Mitts and others express concerns about living in communities plagued by violence.
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National Night Out at Levine Park
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The Aug. 7 event brought hundreds of West Siders out to discuss ways to prevent crime and drugs in the community with activities for all to enjoy.