News
Rep. Ford pushes overdose prevention sites for Chicago
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Medical experts, advocates and community outreach groups support the move.
Community
Check out Austin Eats’ list of events for July
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There are opportunities to volunteer, shop, get free food and more for the next month in Austin.
News
Farmers market at Austin Town Hall kicks off
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Stop by the farmers market at 5610 W. Lake St. on Thursday afternoons. Three other farmers markets also are open this summer on the West Side.
Community
Stop by first farmers market of 2023 on Thursday in Austin
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On June 8th, the Austin Town Hall City Market at 5610 W. Lake will open for the season. The market will operate every Thursday from 1 to 6 p.m. through the end of October.
Community
Don’t miss this week’s health and career fair
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The free event will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. June 3 at By The Hand Club for Kids, 415 N. Laramie Ave. Network with Black professionals, learn about careers, sign up for a gym membership and more.
News
CPS launches waffles at breakfast for Austin HS students
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Michele Clark High School is the first to provide waffles as a new breakfast item at CPS. The school will be renovating one of its cafeterias over the summer to create a food court experience.
Community
Community launch party on Saturday
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Celebrate the opening of Thresholds Health office in Austin on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
News
As many as 700,000 Illinoisans at risk of losing Medicaid coverage this year
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Medicaid enrollees will need to resubmit eligibility to the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services to maintain coverage.
Community
Free food to be distributed Saturday
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Distribution will take place at 11 a.m. April 22 at Michele Clark High School, 5101 W. Harrison St.
News
New Lurie Children’s Hospital hub in Austin seeks community input on services, design
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Between 5,000 to 7,000 people are expected to be served each year at the new facility. The hospital is working with Stone Community Development Corp.