Community
Rep. Ford addresses Chicagoans about Colorado massacre and violence at home
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The state lawmaker said it’s a time to ask why senseless acts of violence keep happening and what can be done to prevent crime.
News
Austin businesses suffer from crime, violence in community
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Crain’s Chicago Business talks to owners about the financial toll and fear resulting from the rash of thefts and homicides in the West Side community.
News
Austin homicides climb to 20 so far this year
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Arrests have been made in just two of the West Side Chicago community’s cases, with gunshots being the number one cause of the violent deaths.
Community
Pastors discuss and develop strategies to reduce city violence
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Tuesday’s emergency meeting allowed the faith leaders to talk about issues contributing to the problems and consider changes and resources that could help curb the violence.
News
Remembering Heaven Sutton
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At the July 6 service, mourners celebrated the the 7-year-old’s life, while urging residents to put an end to the violence responsible for her death.
News
Man charged in killing of Austin girl
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A 26-year-old gang member is being held without bond. A memorial service for Heaven is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at St. Mark International Christian Church.
News
Community, family, leaders outraged by 7-year-old Austin girl’s death
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Heaven Sutton’s death is yet another reminder of gang violence on the South and West Sides.
Community
City looking for ways to reduce crime
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The increase in homicides has Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Chicago Police Department looking for ways to keep residents safe.
Opinion
Final school bells mark official killing season opener
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With the summer’s heat on the rise, columnist John W. Fountain III writes about the expected increase in violent acts across the city, and urges residents and leaders to reassess measures being taken to address the problem.
News
Ald. Mitts looking to ban sagging pants
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If passed, the city’s indecent exposure ordinance would be amended to prohibit wearing pants three inches below the hip in public places.