Opinion
The ongoing threat of violence
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Teens yearn for some freedom this summer, but their concerned parents keep them close.
Community
Police staffing falls on West Side, citywide
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In a recent Chicago Sun-Times data analysis, reporters found that more beat cops have retired than the city has replaced.
News
One year later, case remains open in shooting death of Austin police officer
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One gunman and a getaway driver were charged with first-degree murder, but police are still searching for a second gunman and another suspect.
Opinion
Congressman Davis weighs in on Sandy Hook tragedy
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U.S Rep. Danny K. Davis (D IL-7) calls to end gun violence following the Newtown, Conn. school shootings.
Community
Family of slain Chicagoans stand by coalition’s petition for gun legislation
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A 9:30 a.m. Aug. 28 breakfast meeting followed by an 11 a.m. press conference is planned at The New Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church, where families of victims will support and speak for the coalition’s call to reinstate the assault weapons ban and the passage of gun legislation under HB 5831.
Community
Clergy unite for peace, call for stricter gun laws
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In response to recent acts of violence across the city and nationwide, Chicago faith leaders met this week to discuss ways to prevent it and their plan for a petition drive next month.
Community
The Rev. Ira Acree leads peace march and prayer
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The Aug. 1 service at Greater St. John Bible Church will go to the streets to launch a petition drive to ban assault weapons and pray for those killed by violence.
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.
Opinion
Summer cycle of death continues
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Columnist John Fountain III writes about the deeper issues behind the violence plaguing the city.