Community
Learn about the Austin P.O.W.E.R. 5K walk/run
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Get registered at the 8 a.m. Saturday kickoff at Columbus Park. Come rain or shine!
News
Obama library gives West Siders hope
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North Lawndale mother, daughter envision better neighborhood for the future.
Opinion
Maybe the answer is so simple
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The bitter cold will soon be gone, says columnist John W. Fountain III. But will the hopelessness and despair found in many parts of the city disappear as well?
News
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.
News
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.
Community
Live theater Friday at Westinghouse College Prep
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The show is part of a series that offers an entertainment approach to community healing for West Side youth.
News
Community gears up for summer – and uptick in crime
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Starting tonight, residents in the 11th and 15th Police Districts will stand on street corners in June as part of the 100 Blocks & 100 Churches initiative.
Opinion
Still not convinced about staying
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Readers respond to John W. Fountain’s last column with hope. Tell us what you think.
Opinion
A letter of hope as the school year begins
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Commentator John W. Fountain III offers words of encouragement for students as a new school year begins.
Opinion
The change we need is local
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A local businessman urges Austin residents to decide what’s really important and get involved. Read Malcolm Crawford’s column, first published in the Austin Weekly News.